Designer & Decorator Cost Guides

When you are decorating or redesigning a home or room, you may want to use the services of an interior designer or decorator. Their advice is invaluable. They will help you evaluate how your space should flow, determine the ideal size for each piece of furniture, and know exactly how to make the little details matter. They also have access to more decor materials and samples than a non-professional and get them at a reasonable price as compared to retail prices.

Decorator vs. Designer

Interior decorators and designers, while performing the same tasks, are not the same. What sets them apart is their credentials. Interior designers go to college, which allows them to take into account acoustics, lighting and temperature when furnishing a room or home. Both know how to furnish and are aware of current trends and styles. Interior designers will cost more to hire but could be invaluable if you're trying to design energy-efficient rooms or a home theater space.

Self-employed or with a firm

Whether or not the designer is self-employed or works for a large design firm can also influence the price. While larger firms often charge more because of increased overhead and costs, a larger business may also have access to more reasonably priced materials. So although the size of the design firm you use may influence your costs, it is difficult to predict where those costs may be higher or lower by the end. Self-employed professionals could cost more or less than a firm professional, depending on their experience and the extent of the design project. Most designers, whether individuals or employees of larger firms, are willing to have a free or low-cost consultation before the work begins. So you will likely be able to get an accurate idea of their costs before their work starts.  Continue Reading