Working with an Independent Interior Designer
Calling on someone to help you with your home design can feel such a leap into the unknown, and it’s important to choose the right interior designer so that you can build a positive relationship and a home that you love. There are plenty of big studios out there as well as independent designers like me, and I thought I would share some of the benefits of working with a small studio:
1. A strong relationship. I run a maximum of three active projects at any one time. I understand the hours needed to do a good job and I understand my capacity. I have found that limiting my project list to three active projects means I can dedicate enough time to each client and give each project the thought, vision and creative energy needed to produce an excellent result. I pride myself on building strong relationships with my clients which means communication remains strong, visions remain aligned and the end goal remains achievable.
2. Links to suppliers. I work hard to build relationships with local suppliers so that I understand the products available and suitable for any given project. It is important to me to consider sustainability, durability and reliability of the products and suppliers I recommend. I work on the premise of creativity over consumerism, which means I think carefully about how budgets are spent and the true value of any investments my clients make.
3. Understanding the area. I grew up in the Cotswolds and have spent 15 years living in Bristol. I choose to focus my work around these areas because I see an intrinsic link between our homes and the areas we live in. I bring this understanding of our wonderful local area to my work so that I create designs that are imbued with a sense of place.
4. Responsibility. I run my own business and care deeply about the reputation I am building as a thoughtful, creative and considerate designer. I take my work extremely seriously and work tirelessly to deliver an excellent end result to my clients. When you work with me you can be sure I will give your project the attention and focus it deserves.
5. Freedom. Working as an independent interior designer means that I can have the freedom to adapt how I work to suit the clients I work with. Each design package I put together is truly bespoke and I am proud to have the understanding and experience to be able to put together a scope of works that suits my clients on an individual basis.
If you are considering seeking help with your home renovation, whether a single room or a whole house, do get in touch for your free 30 minute call to see how I can help.
