Why Hiring an Interior Designer Can be Beneficial

Being intimidated by the idea of hiring an interior designer, being confused by how they can help you, or worried about what it might cost is very common. If I wasn't an interior designer and put myself in your shoes, I would completely understand.  But the truth is, this is the easiest blog to write because I know from experience just how valuable and helpful an interior designer is, and here's why.

#1 - You’ll Save Money

Hear me out. Have you ever bought a piece of furniture that looked so good in the store, but was too big or even too small once you got it home? Ever painted a room three or four times trying to find the right color? 

It may seem like like an oxymoron because you have to pay the designer, but the truth is, hiring a designer can help you do it right the first time - avoiding costly mistakes and helping you make design decisions that will increase the value of your home. 

Additionally, if you're on a budget, no matter how tight, a designer is going to know how to get the best value out of what you can spend. We are used to working on a budget and will help you understand where to spend and save. 

Another important thing to remember is that you can hire an interior designer in different ways. 

Do you just want a professional to provide you with some guidelines to get you started? Or perhaps you just want help with 1 room, or paint colors, or a few pieces of furniture. If so, you can simply hire them for a consultation (and maybe a couple of additional hours). In the consultation, the designer will learn about your needs and then provide you with either, an outline of what needs to be done and some suggestions, or they can provide you with a mood board, an outlined plan, and an estimated budget.

On the other hand, perhaps you just bought a house, and need a professional to help you make it a home and bring your vision to life. Or you want to renovate your house and need help floor to ceiling. Then you want to hire a designer who will create comprehensive design boards, space plans, and budgets and will guide you through the process. Project managing every aspect of the project. 

Ultimately, it's up to you how much help you want or need. Just know the options are there you for. 

#2 - You'll Save a lot of Time

What are the two things typically most important to people? We all wish we could have more time and money. Just like hiring an interior designer will benefit you financially, a designer will also save you time. Here's how.

First, you won't need to spend hours scouring the Internet or running from store to store looking for the right pieces for your home and deciding what will match what. Often, we leave a meeting already knowing exactly what piece from what vendor will look perfect in your home. A designer knows where to go for resources for everything related to your home. This will save you endless amounts of time researching products, brands, and prices.

Second, they project manage and budget for you. A professional interior designer already has a trained sense of what needs to be done, and when it needs to be done, can anticipate any obstacles that may come up, and ensure you stay on budget. 

Lastly, if you try to manage multiple deliveries, contractors, painters, etc. by yourself, it can become overwhelming and very time-consuming. Designers are specifically trained to take off these things so you don't have to stress out about them.  And when they're done, not only will your home look beautiful and cohesive, but it'll be well thought out and highly functional.

#3 - You'll have Confidence and Piece of Mind knowing everything will be don't perfectly

Mixing metal finishes, patterns, colors, etc. can be challenging, but your designer will pull together cohesive looks that work. They will think of every detail, from proper lighting, furniture scale, and placement, to fabric choices and color palettes. You can have peace of mind that everything fits perfectly and is truly special to your home. Ultimately bringing your dream a reality. 

Also, a good interior designer will know how to speak the language when it comes to architects, contractors, and building owners. This is crucial in managing time and money. 

For example, proper outlet placement is going to depend on how you want your furniture placed. These types of issues should be addressed before any construction, and an interior designer will know exactly which issues need to be brought up.

Interior designers are trained to think creatively and spatially and see an overall picture in an interior space that clients often cannot. 

#4 You're going to have Better Resources and Contacts

We all know it's difficult to find good resources. Hiring a designer will help you easily find an electrician, plumber, and/or contractor that you can trust. 

Designers can also get you furniture, fabric, and materials that are trade-only and not accessible to everyone else. With these resources, an interior designer will create a space for you that looks collected and unique (instead of the big box retailer stuff everyone has in their home).

Ultimately, the right interior designer will not only create the home of your dreams but will save you time, and money and bring you enormous peace of mind throughout the process.