You have the budget, so why is your plan to remodel on hold?

Sometimes making personal interior design decisions isn't as easy as you think.

If you don't have experience in space planning, colour theory, materials and finishes selection, lighting design, building codes and regulations, or building project management, renovation decisions can be overwhelming.

Have you considered hiring an interior designer? Here are four big reasons you'll benefit if you do.

Saving time

Ask a friend who's just finished a reno "How many questions did you have to answer over the course of the project?" The answer? “A lot!”

Renovating and even decorating can be a daunting and time-consuming process.

So if your friend offered to share their renovation experience you'd jump at the offer of their insight, right?

So if you don't have that friend handy 24/7, hiring an interior designer is a great idea.

Answering questions from trades alone will add value. Flagging upcoming decisions you'll need to make, explaining why each decision impacts another. Providing a scale furniture plan (pleeease don't buy the sofa first). Sourcing fixtures and fittings, and making sure everything you choose works together is another value add.

Budget management

Do you want help setting a realistic budget based on your ideas? What about hidden expenses?

If someone could help you to prioritise your spending and find cost-effective solutions to stay within your budget, would that add value? Yes, it would!

Access to resources

Would like a personal introduction to trusted tradespeople? Electricians & plumbers, painters and wallpaperers. Would that add value? What about flooring and window treatment installers?

Would it help if you knew where to source fabrics and finishes? Where shown furniture and decor pieces that are not readily available through retail channels? What about items that are in stock right now?

Trusted trades, sources and recommendations make life so much easier, don't they?

Reducing stress

Are you aware that providing a lighting plan to your electrician may impact your furniture layout, and where you place art on your walls?

Did you think that furniture and art came last?

Have you chosen tiles? Your appliances? Grout Colour? Paint Colours?

OMG

Being put under pressure by trades to make build decisions can force you to play a game of dominos with your interior design.

When they come thick and fast, the volume of decisions creates incredible stress, especially if you are unfamiliar with the process.

Why not have someone protect your best interests, explaining what's needed and the impact of your decisions? Wouldn't you rather focus on the end goal?

Enjoying the space when the project is finished!

Hiring an interior designer gives you a sounding board and a friendly shoulder to lean on during the mess and chaos phase, and like a phoenix from the ashes, they'll produce a gorgeous, functional, and unique space that's all yours.

Before you hire an interior designer, there are 4 things that you can do first:

Determine your budget. It's important to establish a budget for your project to help you to work within any financial constraints.

Decide what is most important to you. Some benefits come with quality, like durability, performance, and long-term satisfaction. It's important to consider the value of quality when making purchasing decisions.

Define your goals and objectives. Think about what you want to achieve with your project. Do you want to create a more functional space, improve the aesthetic appeal of your home, or is it something else? A clear idea of your goals will help you communicate your expectations to your designer.

Know what you like. Collect images that convey your tastes and preferences. Decide what's staying and what's going.

Your designer can help you decide where to spend and save based on your lifestyle and budget.

Where to use expensive, long-lasting materials and where budget options make sense.

While high-end pieces can be beautiful and long-lasting, affordable options can also offer excellent value and functionality. Often, it's about placement and use.

When purchasing furniture, it's always important to consider your budget, needs, and priorities.

Ultimately, the most important thing is to select furniture that fits your budget and makes you happy.

Think about custom options. Preserving an heirloom with new upholstery or building joinery tailored to your specific needs and requirements may perfectly fit your unique design.

Finally, if you decide to hire a designer - see it through. Don't second guess yourself and the decisions you've made while you're waiting for the mess to go away. Trust they can see the end goal even when you can't.

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