This initial phase lays the foundation for the entire project and kicks off the design process. We get to know you and explore your personal aesthetic. We learn about what inspires you and how we can create an environment that better supports your goals and lifestyle. During this preliminary phase, we consider your homes architecture, and take inventory of any furnishings that are staying. We establish the budget and scope of your design project, and discuss your desired timeframe. During in-person meetings at your home, we gather finer details such as measurements and photos, and take detailed notes. We will also request your home's floor plans if available. This is the best time to share with us any inspiration you have collected. When working together, we will encourage you to step outside your comfort zone as we expose you to new ideas and creative concepts.

This phase is made up of 2 stages beginning with Conceptual Design, where we brainstorm ideas to create initial design concepts that reflect the client's vision and requirements. This may include mood boards, color schemes, patterns, and furnishing styles to ensure the desired direction of the project. Once approved by the client, we move on to Design Development where we refine our concepts based on client feedback. This stage involves budget and space planning, procurement of materials, furnishings and fixtures. We seek bids from contractors for various project needs and expect timeframes to be estimates. We will meet again in your home to present our ideas using visual design boards, floor plans, sketches, furniture tear sheets, and fabric and finish samples to help you visualize the design concept. Sometimes 3D renderings may be appropriate to properly convey the details of a more involved project. Required revisions will be made based on client feedback. And upon approval of the final design, we will send an itemized invoice for all materials and furnishings.

Without a doubt the most challenging phase for clients, but please trust the process! Once the furnishing and material invoice is paid in full, we begin the ordering process. In this phase we will complete a detailed schedule of all specifications and finishes for the contractor(s) working on the project. Clients will contract directly with all trades hired for the project, unless otherwise specified. However, we will handle the project management of all design aspects within the scope. There will be scheduled site visits to monitor progress, address any issues that arise, and ensure the project adheres to the design specifications. Behind the scenes, we are tracking shipping and receiving of all furnishings to our receiver. You can expect us to communicate updates via routine, weekly or bi-weekly emails.

The final phase and installation day! Many of our clients are surprised to learn that preparing a space for install requires some advanced planning. We can coordinate pick-up and donation of outgoing furnishings and recommend a cleaning service. After all the waiting and anticipation, you might want to be there for the big day, however, receiving and moving furniture and placing fixtures, art, and other items is highly-detailed work. The presence of a client hinders our ability to problem solve if something goes awry, so let us focus all our energy and resources to complete your project. Lastly, expect all the feels. Most clients love the thrill of a good transformation but if you have trouble with alterations to your environment, give yourself a chance to adapt to the newness of the space and embrace the beauty and magic we created with you in mind.