Abby Connolly
When moving into a new home, whether a house, condo, or apartment, there’s a lot of pressure to ensure your interior design is on point.
Many people underestimate just how important interior design is. However, it’s an important step to building a home that should not be glazed over, as the choices you make while designing the inside of your home will have a great influence over your home’s look and energy.
Again, a lot of pressure comes with designing your home’s interior, and certain choices can be difficult to make, especially if you struggle to find vision.
If that’s the case, you should consider hiring an interior designer to help you polish off your home and make it perfect for you. Here’s a little peek into what that process is like.
First, it’s important to address the part of hiring an interior designer that’s not the most fun to talk about – the price.
The cost of an interior designer’s services depends on the size of the project, your home’s location, their experience level and demand, your personal budget, etc. Many people average the cost of an interior designer to be anywhere between $2,000 and $12,000, or they may charge an hourly rate starting at $100.
It’s not a bad idea to weigh your options and speak to a series of designers to see which ones you vibe with the best and fit your budget. It’s good to keep in mind that an interior designer may ask you to sign a contract or pay a deposit before working with you.
Once you book an interior designer, they’ll be there to help you create spaces within your home that you love and feel comfortable in. They’ll meet with you at your home, in an office, or online and help you build the vision you may be lacking.
If you don’t know where to start, that’s okay. Your interior designer may begin by asking you a series of questions about your likes and dislikes when it comes to home decor and designs to get the ball rolling.
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