Design Process
Step 1: The Discovery Call
Whether you are looking for a full service design or you don’t know where to start, we will help you navigate best next steps in your design project. We can also explain what it’s like to work with us and how we can take transform your space into your dream home.
Step 2: Design Consultation & Site Visit
After our Discovery Call, I typically recommend a Design Consultation so that I can get out to your space and lay eyes on your project. I will also be taking some measurements, walk and talk about your spaces with you, and learn about your design dreams and goal. So much good happens during this visit and this consultation is vital to a successful design project!
Prior to the visit I will typically ask you to set up a visual board if you haven’t done so already. This is simply a collection of images that captures your eyes, it can be anything from room, colour, or furniture. This is useful to get a sense of the general mood and aesthetic you're drawn to. The reason for this is that words/descriptions like Scandinavian, modern, etc mean different things for everyone, so a collection of images will better describe the aesthetic and visual language for the project.
Step 3: Design Service Proposal
Not all design projects are created equally. We believe that you have a choice when it comes to how you work with us. I prefer charging a flat fee to prevent any surprises down the line - you can find a general pricing guide in sections below.
Step 4: Designing Your Dream Home
There’re many little steps involved from the initial space planning, to finally styling the space. I will send you a complete guide on what to expect in each stages during the onboarding process, but in general it can be broken down into five stages:
Stage 1 - Space Planning & Design Concept
Stage 2 - Sourcing
Stage 3 - Mood Boards & Modification
Stage 4 - Purchasing & Vendor Communications
Stage 5 - Installation, Styling & Finishing Touches
Full Design Service
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Space Measurement
Space Planning (Floor & Furniture Plan)
Design Concept
Sourcing (Furniture Choices)
Mood Boards
Custom Furniture (if needed)
Acquiring Trade Quotes (if needed)
Book & Organize Trade (if needed)
Complete FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) List
Approval Before Purchasing
Purchasing
Ordering & Tracking of all Furnishings & Accessories
Styling
Trade Costs
Window Dressing Installer
General Installation (Mirrors, artwork, shelving, etc)
Electrician (Pendant, Sconces, Wall Mount TV, etc)
We will source and organise these for you - this will be included as part of our Full Design Service. Please note that the cost of trade itself is not included, and vary from project to project depending on the scope of work. This is a must if you have these items to install. We only work with fully insured professional as many things can go wrong doing these on your own.
Optional*:
Coordinating of Delivery & Furniture Installation (including flat packs) + Rubbish Removal
*We work with a trusted & fully-insured removalist for furniture installation. All deliveries will be sent to a warehouse offsite so you don’t have to worry about missing deliveries, taking time off work, or dealing with couriers coming late. We will then schedule a suitable day for installation, where I will also be onsite to make sure everything is where it’s supposed to be. Boxes and rubbish will be removed, furniture will be installed, and you will come home to a fully furnished home without breaking a sweat or dealing with all the headaches.
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Design Consultation & Site Visit
$170 + GST
*Excludes travel charges for interstate or long distance travel (>50km from Sydney CBD).Full Design Service
Starting at $1,400 + GST (1 Bed 1 Bath or Studio Apartment)
$300 + GST per additional roomor
Starting at $2,400 + GST (Landed House)
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Kitchen/Bathroom Refresh (Use existing layouts - update hardware, paint, benchtop, tiles, etc)
$850/room (Your Own Trade) or
$2,300/room (Full Service*)*Full Service means I will source the trade and manage the project for you. This is not including the trade cost.
FAQs
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There are a lot of variables that affects how much it cost to decorate/furnish a room or a home. Some things to consider: The size of the room, whether you have existing furniture that can be incorporated into the new room, and if you need to get any work done (i.e. window treatments).
Generally, you can expect anywhere between $12-$18k to furnish a 1-bedroom apartment from scratch, excluding appliances and electronics, and using mostly budget or flat pack furnitures. Houses typically start at $25k to cover the most basic essentials.
Of course, the range above no longer apply if you have your eyes on that designer coffee table that cost $3,000 (which is totally okay!).
To give a better illustration, let’s take the following calculations:
Bedroom
Mattress - $900
Bedframe - $900
2x Bedside Table - $500
2x Lamps - $400
Total = $2,700Living Room
Sofa - $2,700
Coffee Table - $400
Rug - $900
TV Unit - $900
2x Lamps - $400
Total = $5,400Dining Area
Dining Table - $800
4x Dining Chairs - $1,000
Sideboard/Buffet - $600
Total = $2,400Extras
Curtains - $2,400
Study Desk - $600
Desk Chair - $300
Mirror - $300
Total = $3,600Just using the above estimate puts us at a total of $14,000 - excluding decor (plants, books, vases, cushions), trade/install, and various delivery fees.
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The biggest hurdle is usually waiting for furniture or custom pieces to arrive. Most in-stock furniture take 2-4 weeks to arrive upon ordering, while custom pieces can take anywhere from 1-6 months.
Assuming there’s no major changes (flooring, tiles, etc), it usually takes 3-4 weeks from project start date (after contract is signed) to final design concept, and another 2 weeks from concept to execution (making purchases). This may vary from project to project, in some cases the whole process can take less than 4 weeks (a one-bedroom new build apartment with no custom requirements), and other cases this can take longer (a period house with unique layout and detailings).
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There's generally two ways, depending on your needs.
We work with removalists for a more white glove option, so everything will be delivered to a warehouse, and we schedule a day for installation so you don't have to deal with all the headaches that come with it (receiving goods, unboxing, rubbish disposal, etc). Of course, this comes at an extra cost that'll vary depending on project size and location.
A more DIY option, you receive all the goods and unbox them on your own. This is great for those who want to save on cost, or those who already spend a lot of time working from home.
Book A Discovery Call
We want to learn more about you and what you want to do with the space. You’ll also get the chance to find out more about how I work with clients, and to see if we are a good fit to work together.
