My design process is tailored to fit your project
My goal is to help you bring your vision to life, and I do this with a design process that covers every detail. Although individual projects require various levels of flexibility, my overall process remains the same. I will guide you through each step to make sure that we are creating a design that works seamlessly with your lifestyle.
Step 1: Design Consultation
First we meet to discuss your needs and look at your space. This allows us to get to know each other and for us to set the direction for the project. Following the consultation, I send you my fee proposal, design agreement, and invoice for the deposit. Once this is complete, we get started!
Step 2: Site analysis and measurements
I schedule approximately 2 hours for us to kick off the project and do a detailed analysis and measurement of your space. If you have hired your own trades such as a GC, this is a great time to make introductions.
Step 3: Concept & Design development
With the measurements in hand and your preferences understood, I start developing concepts including moodboards, colour schemes, and 2D space plans. This sept takes a long time and we will have checkpoints throughout so that you are in the loop about the progress of work.
Step 4: Material & Product selections
After you approve the concept and design direction, I start refining the design to create detailed drawings, 3D renders, and FF&E and material selections. I then present the full design to you for feedback and approval to ensure we align on outcomes.
Step 5: Procurement and build
Once the design is approved, I start procuring the items specified in the design while the contractor starts building the design. I oversee the project during this stage to ensure that the design vision is properly executed.
Step 6: Installation & final walkthrough
When build is complete, we start installing new furniture, arranging accessories, and adding finishing touches to your space. Then, the moment you have been waiting for - we walk through your newly designed space to make sure everything meets your expectations.
Step 7: Post-project follow-up
Wait, I don’t just leave you hanging! I check in with you after you have had some time to settle in to make sure that you are happy with the results and that there are no problems that need to be addressed.