We love the fresh start of the New Year. The planning, creative ideas, dreams and goals that come pouring out onto our new planner and journals. We especially love dreaming up new interiors and full home renovations for people. But all this dreaming can feel overwhelming and quickly lose momentum for the average home owner. Let’s start small this year and think of design consultation as the first step in your home design dream. Design consultation bridges the gap between creativity and functionality. Let's explore how effective design consultation can work for you and with your dream.
Design Consultation Basics
Design consultation is the first part of the design process. It is collaborating between the designer and clients to understand your vision, needs, and style.
In this collaborative meeting, the designer dives in to understand your wants and needs. This can involve talking through inspirations, identifying pain points in your current spaces, and brainstorming creative solutions together. This meeting is the foundation that leads to innovative designs that reflect you.
The design consultation means taking the time to share about the design process and what it looks like to work together. It really is about listening to clients and giving you the information you need to make your design investment decisions.
Empowered through Personalized Design Solutions
A successful design consultation should empower clients by letting them be heard and empowered to make design decisions in the design process. This personalized approach helps clients to feel invested in the outcome and feel excited about the home designs.
When clients share their thoughts and preferences, designers can craft solutions that resonate deeply with their lifestyles and aspirations. This process ends up being more of a partnership and what the design consultation is all about.
Take the Small Step
Dreaming up a full home re-design feels exciting then daunting. The next small step in the process is to reach out and schedule a design consultation. You can expect creativity and partnership as we dive in to learn more about you and your dreams. Happy New Year!

