The Design Process

~ Consultation ~
The initial phase of consultation usually takes place in the client's home (but can be done in our store), and consists of a question, answer and discussion session. The designer will ask you questions about your colors, fabric, and furniture style preferences. We want to consider all aspects of your home so that individual rooms and spaces will "flow" and coordinate. As part of the interview, our designer will spend some time going through your home making notes and taking photos if needed. Typically, this initial meeting takes about an hour. This is also an appropriate time to discuss a target budget and time frame.

~ Presentation ~
After the designer has left your home, they will begin developing a design scheme individually tailored to you and your specifications. Fabrics and colors are chosen, furniture styles selected and floor plans are created. During the presentation, you will be shown specific fabrics, colors, furniture and window treatment styles, as well as anything required to give you a clear mental picture of our proposal for your home. At this time, prices are presented for each specific item that is recommended. Naturally, there is considerable discussion during this presentation through questions you may raise. Something not to your liking, perhaps a fabric, a furniture style, or color scheme can be modified to suit your preferences. An additional meeting may be required to finally "tune" the proposal based on your new input.

~ Ordering and Installation ~
You may then give us the "go-ahead" for as much or as little of the project as you wish. This of course considers the parameters of special dates and budget. At this point, we place orders with a minimum of a 50% deposit. Given the completion of the ordering phase, a detailed plan for implementation is drawn up. Since your project may require the use of one or more outside vendors and workrooms, we ask that you please understand the time required for production. Custom orders will take some time, and your designer will confer with you on estimated availability and completion dates. Be sure to consult with your designer on any time constraints you may have.

~ Fee Structure ~
Our designers charge a fee of $50 to complete the initial consultation. During this consultation, the designer will discuss a specific fee for the entire project, or any portion of the project should you wish to take a phased approach. These fees are payable directly to the designer as services are rendered, and are not applied toward any purchases you may make through our store. Also, a nominal fee may be charged for the designer's travel outside of Augusta.

All fees will be discussed with you in advance so you can make an informed decision on proceeding with the project. This also allows you to be very comfortable with the value of the design services you receive. Please do not hesitate to ask for a thorough explanation of the range of services and fees available through Persnickety Interiors.

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