The process of building new home interiors can be daunting, but only if you haven’t matched with the right interior designer. Though finding THE ONE is the first & foremost step, but to understand if they can deliver your requisites is also crucial. It’s almost similar as to looking for the perfect life partner. ‘Can I take the pivotal decision of building a home with them? Are they reliable?’. It is important for any interior designer to build an acquaintance in order to realize your personality & peek into your lifestyle to deliver everything your home requires.
Don’t worry, kickstarting your long-held interior dream can be challenging, but also adventurous & a merry one. Our designers answered some questions that you can prepare beforehand to ask your designer and make your communications smoother.
You don’t want someone who has selective interior options. Even if they are the best in town, you need to consider your willingness to take on the challenge of wandering multi-store or indulging in multiple communications with other contractors.
Ask for their personal interior lookbooks or catalogue to understand their style of designing. Do they ‘instagram’ design options or get inspired by cities or monuments? What are their go-to color picks? What is their signature style? What has been their favourite project till date? Understanding your designer's flair will help you contemplate better, whether they can align with your personality.
You have saved up for so long for an interior that can justify you & be your forever investment. What you may feel IS a priority, your designer may not. Discussing interior priorities before they send their final quote is a must. While you are happy with the budget, make sure you are prompt with design approvals & acknowledge each stage to match up with the timelines allocated.
Even if you are entirely aware of your must-haves, have a thorough discussion with the designer on their take. Because of their extensive experience in the genre, they can pinpoint the exact things your house might be lacking. It could be a focus lighting or even a corner shelf. Small changes are what make the big difference.
A home is made up of all the special items or furniture you have collected over the years. It’s all those dear things passed onto you from generations. Let your designer know the love you have for your belongings, and ask them for an upscale way to upcycle your favourite products. Afterall, it’s YOUR dream home, not anyone else’s.
Having a brief discussion lowers the chance of unnecessary conflicts & unannounced change, while expanding the scope of building practical & family-friendly interiors. Rather than hurriedly making a quick deposition, ask away your queries first & then get to booking. Don’t be shy to build a partnership with your designer so you can work in synchronization & allow their creativity to flow in.
