Working with an interior designer is a creative, collaborative process; and a strong working relationship between client and designer is essential. Always interested in meeting new people, the studio adopts a structured approach to taking on new clients. The following three stages give clients complete oversight of the process and an upfront understanding of fees from start to finish.
The Introduction
A brief, two-hour meeting intended as an opportunity for the studio to meet a prospective client, establish a rapport and set out a few initial ideas. No fee; no commitment.
The Conversation
An in-depth, creative response in which the studio presents full design concepts in line with the following:
Strategic Definition – the studio collaborates with the client to create a strategic brief.
Preparation & Budget – the studio visits the property, arranges a site survey, carries out a feasibility study and establishes a project budget.
Concept Design – the studio develops and delivers the concept design for the project, including sample materials, furnishings and finishes and detailed cost information.
The Construction
Comprehensive interior design and architectural services delivered to project completion in accordance with the concept design and in line with the following:
Developed Design – the studio develops the concept design further and updates the cost information.
Technical Design – the studio develops the technical design for tender and, if required, submits applications for building regulations approval and prepares specifications for the schedule of works. All information for construction is provided to the contractor and any design work by specialist subcontractors is reviewed.
Construction & Handover – the studio makes final inspections, resolves any defects and advises on maintenance of furnishings, fittings and materials.
– Service agreements, signed in advance, set out all relevant timelines and deliverables.
– The studio regularly secures trade prices and discounts on furniture, decorative lighting, soft furnishings and artwork as well as on some floor and wall finishes. All items procured by the studio are subject to a 20% purchasing fee.
– The studio regularly works on a range of projects which vary widely in size and scope. Services can readily be tailored to clients’ needs, so do not hesitate to discuss your project further with the studio.
