Design Process

We’ll start by taking detailed measurements of the rooms we’ll be designing for you. During the measure, we’ll also take photos of each space so that we can refer to them throughout the process. We may need to set up a few additional dates for tradespeople to come out and measure specific areas of the house, too. If so, we’ll let you know that ASAP! Once we get our measurements, we’ll transfer them into AutoCAD and get started on some new layout ideas.

Now is the time to share any inspiration photos you’ve been looking at! We’ll create an inspiration board with several images to represent the “look and feel” we’re going for, including the images you’ve sent us. Then, we’ll review it with you – along with a preliminary room layout. We like to confirm that we’re all on the same page before moving into the design phase.

Next, we’ll refine our layout ideas, and draw up any required elevation drawings. We’ll also start selecting all of the remodel materials (paint, countertops, tile, flooring, cabinets, etc.) and furniture you’ll need for your home. Then, we’ll write up a specification sheet for the contractor and pass it off to them along with our floor plans. That way, they’ll be able to provide us with more accurate bids. This part of the design process is “hands off” – you can sit back and let us do the leg work!

We’ll also assemble all of the furniture and decor into design boards. These help to illustrate how all of the furniture will come together in your space, thanks to Photoshop. Then, we’ll order samples of all of the fabrics, rugs, and finishes to make sure the items will look as good in real life as they do on the design boards. Once we’re satisfied, we’ll create an estimate so you’ll know exactly what the furniture pieces will cost.

As we work on our design, you may not see any designs for about 6-10 weeks. That’s because it’s mostly happening behind the scenes. However, we’ll send weekly email updates so that you know exactly where we’re at in the design process! You can expect an email every Friday to wrap up the week.

After we have all of our floor plans, spec sheets, design boards, construction bids, furniture samples, and estimates ready to go, we’ll set up a date for your Design Presentation. On that day, we’ll meet at your house for up to 2 hours, and we’ll review every detail of the design with you. By the end, you’ll have a complete design package, and an estimate of all costs related to the project. That way, you’ll be able to make an informed decision about how you’d like to move forward.

If there were a few areas of the design that needed a little tweaking after our meeting, no worries – it’s meant to be a collaborative meeting! We’ll make any revisions needed, and email them to you for approval. And if the estimated project total came in above your ideal budget, we can also help you to prioritize and break the project into phases as needed.

Once we’re in agreement about the entire design and you’re ready to move forward, we’ll send you an invoice for any furniture and decor. We’ll also pass off the final version of your floor plans and specs to the contractors so they can get started on your remodel.

Your contractor will determine the construction timeline. In our experience, smaller remodels (1-2 rooms) take about 8-12 weeks from the start of construction if all products are on site before demolition. Larger remodels often take 4-6 months, and whole-house remodel timelines are usually closer to a year. COVID has caused a lot of delays, though, so be prepared for possible longer timelines.

As for furniture, it’s currently taking at least 4-6 months for furniture to reach our warehouse after we place the orders. Once everything arrives and construction is complete, we’ll set up a date to deliver it. On install day, we’ll place every piece and style your space for the big reveal – just like on HGTV!