Friday 6 September 2013

How To Choose An Interior Designer

With so many skilled and companies out in the field, its quite a hectic task choosing which designer to trust. We will be discussing about a list of tips to help lessen your headache.

1. Do your HOMEWORK

The first thing you should do before anything else is to research. You can refer potential designer's websites or you can ask some of your friends whose rooms have been done admirably or inquire at spaces that are done in your taste. 


The research is as important as other things as this will help you in choosing the right designer, and in case if you fail to choose the right designer, other things go in vain.

 



2. Portfolio

One thing that is important to look out for in a designer is if their portfolio is up to date and commendable. Projects that they have featured show the benchmark set by them in the field of designing. You can also refer their experience in this field and the most important part is the user reviews. 

User reviews will clear half of your doubts regarding the interior designer which you are going to opt for. And if still you have doubts regarding the designer then you can run a demo sample test, so as to know how the designer performs on the sample test. Of course you will have to pay for it.

 

 

3. Style

Speaking of style, another important aspect you must look at when deciding between designers is if they have a unique identity or signature. While interior designers should be flexible working with a wide array of styles, most normally have a signature style. Once you have pegged down your desired theme for your home deciding on a designer who matches your style will be much easier. The designer has to be well versed with all concepts and should have thorough knowledge about designs from all times.

4. Lifestyle

It is good that a interior designer understands your dreams and is willing to work according the way you want but a good interior designer doesn't promise miracle results. The best designers aim to fit the style of the room to your dream and personality, not their own. Beware of the designers who talk about unique designs but deliver only previously used theme designs. Choosing a designer is a tough task and takes time but its worth it as afterall its all about your home which means a lot to you.

5. Meeting your designer

When you meet your interior designer, the first few cards you will have to play at the table is, of course, the budget card. Let the designer know your budget and what you expect. While a good professional will bring his or her ideas to the table, she should be willing to work to make your vision a reality. If you feel that the designer you met will not yield the same output as you expect from him then go for the second one. Its your home so you are the King.

6.Describe your vision

Already you must have sourced images from internet, books and magazines about how your home should look. Work on the color combination, design and patterns that you would like to see in your home. 

Also make sure of things which you totally don't want in your home. As even if the designer works exactly according to your directions there are chances that one thing or color you hate the most which can ruin your mood instantly.



7. Be Flexible

If your designer tells you no, you have got to listen. If they say no, it can only be for a good reason. Their advice is same to a doctor's for they alone know what might be right for you. Your designer is ultimately delivering the right and expected look to your home. Product availibility, Contractor scheduling and custom work are just a few aspects that can cause unavoidable delays in your project so be accommodating.


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