At What Stage of a Home Renovation Project Should You Hire an Interior Designer?
Your architect has worked their magic on the renovation plans for your home, your builder is waiting in the wings revving up the digger and you’re eagerly waiting for planning permission to come through. Everything is in place, but then you suddenly realise that you have no idea what the inside of your home is actually going to look like.
Here are five benefits of getting us involved early on in your project.
A beautiful interior takes time to piece together
1. It’s never too early to hire an interior designer
Incorporating an interior designer in the early stages of a renovation project offers numerous advantages. By aligning your vision with our design expertise right from the beginning, you'll save precious time and money as the project progresses. Collaboration fosters more accurate decisions regarding scale, proportion, architectural details, and finishes, which ultimately creates a more harmonious and functional space.
2. The process - architects and interior designers working together
By having an interior designer working alongside your architect, you'll benefit from seamless communication and integration of design concepts. This partnership enables both professionals to address spatial planning and aesthetic challenges together, making it easier to adapt and problem-solve throughout the renovation. The results? A unified design that not only looks beautiful but also caters to your needs and visions.
Fitted storage should be planned in advance
When it comes to designing a family home, it's essential to ensure you have ample storage to avoid living in a cluttered space.
It’s best to consider any fitted furniture you might need right at the beginning of your project and then include the cost in your budget. You don’t need to confirm an exact design at this stage, but it’s helpful to get a quote and allocate the finances, then you won’t have to dip into your contingency fund later on down the line.
Incorporating lighting into your cabinetry will take your interior up a notch. You will need to know the light fittings and their location early on in the build, ready for the first fix.
Fitted storage is an investment you won't regret.
3. The importance of getting to know you
The best interior designs reflect the people living in the home. From your tastes and preferences to your lifestyle and daily routines, we want to understand how you envision living in the space. This essential information will influence our decisions on everything from storage solutions to colour schemes, ultimately creating a home that's uniquely yours.
We take pride in creating family homes with personality and spirit.
“At the heart of our work is the belief that interior design is about more than just aesthetics. It's about helping people make sense of their ideas and then bringing them to life. We love nothing more than creating a home with soul that feels undeniably personal to you.”
4. Planning ahead and getting an accurate build price
When an interior designer is involved early on, they can provide invaluable insights that may impact the overall scope and cost of the project. By being part of the planning process, they can identify necessary adjustments and improvements, ensuring that both your design and budget goals are met. You'll avoid costly surprises down the line and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a well-prepared renovation plan.
5. The importance of defining your layout early in the build especially for kitchens and bathrooms
Determining the layout of key rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms is crucial during the initial stages of a project. We will work with you to explore options that optimise efficiency, functionality, and aesthetics. Addressing these elements early on ensures a smoother construction process and prevents last-minute changes that could derail your timeline and budget.
An experienced interior designer will help you allocate your budget wisely, identifying areas where you can save and where you should invest. We provide guidance on materials, fixtures, and finishes, balancing quality and cost for long-term satisfaction. Ultimately, the savvy advice of a design professional can help you achieve what you want and take away the burden of finding the right materials and finishes for your home.
Bathrooms in a family home involve numerous components, each contributing to both the function and appeal of the space. From the sink to the toilet, the shower to the bath, and everything in between, it’s important to consider all aspects of bathroom design during the planning stages.
Involving an interior designer early on in your renovation project is a smart decision that will save you time, money, and stress.
Don't leave this vital piece of the puzzle to chance – our clients benefit from bringing us on board from the get-go for a seamless, rewarding renovation experience.
Find out more about our interior design services here.
How we work
We offer a free 30 minute discovery call, where we can discuss your renovation project and how we can help you make sense of your ideas, and create a home that’s comfortable, stylish, and reflects your individual style.
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How we helped Paul & Bruce, Gerrards Cross
“Alison was brilliant to work with throughout the course of our 18-month major house renovation project. She was able to quickly understand our style and requirements, from which she developed design plans and recommendations with great vision and masses of creativity. Her sourcing work was a critical element in the ultimate success of our project - she was a trustworthy, positive, energetic and imaginative force who gave us the inspiration to soldier on through a very difficult and complex renovation. And the end result is absolutely stunning! We highly recommend Alison!”
