Do you know what to expect in an Online Design Project? You might have a rough idea about how is an interior design project looks like face to face.
So what are the steps when it comes to an interior design business? Ever wondered how will it look like? What do you need to do? What will the interior designer do for you? And if you considered a designer but she or he lives so far how can you have a remote or online interior design. Let’s see all of that!
In the following table you can see the difference between the in-person and the remote services as well. You can see exactly which service fits your needs better, eventually both services are mainly the same till the installation part. Then in the case of remote design that lies with the client, if it is in-person interior design it still; can be decided by the client if he or he wants to have the help of the designer with ordering and placing the furniture or would like t do it by her or himself.
| Project Type | Online Interior Design | In-person Interior Design |
| 1. Meeting: Initial meeting to see if the designer and the client are a good fit. Briefly talk about the preferences and ideas. Talk through the answers from the pre-questionnaire. | Included Video Meeting | Included In-person Meeting |
| 2. Preparation: This initial phase of the project includes preliminary studies of the site or property. The designer will find out more about you and your design ambitions for the project along with your timescales & budgets. The work together starts with building a detailed brief and identify your design preferences. | Included | Included |
| 3. Site visit: Property Measurers will visit your property in case you do not have the floorplan and the furniture measurements ready. The measurements can be done by the client as well, then designer will convert your measurements onto their architectural software and suggest a furniture layout for you. The designer also visits your property to take notes and to have a feel of the place. | By client or extra fee | By client or extra fee |
| 4. Concept: Throughout the design development stage we get into the detail of the scheme. The internal layouts will be refined specify key finishes and materials for the floors, walls, furniture etc. Then it is time to define the lighting concepts and M&E requirements for final sign off. | Included | Included |
| 5. Design: This is the main stage of the creative process. Through design workshops, the designer develops architectural layouts for your property as we begin to investigate finishes, design styles and influences. The designer creates renders, CAD plans and virtual 3D models describing the volumetric aspects of the design. | Included | Included |
| 6. Installation: As the detail design stages are complete, the tender process begins. The designer works with your design team to advise on the best form of contract & appropriate contractors. Then the tender pack will be issued and the construction programme will be developed. | Carried out by the client | Carried out by client or designer |
Online Interior Design Pros:
- You can work together no matter the distance
- No additional visit and travel cost
- Highly cost effective
- life and your schedule
- You get the exact same service apart of the installation part
- You can order this service from anywhere even from the comfort of your own sofa
Online Interior Design Cons:
- You do not meet in person
- You need to do measuring by yourself or order measurers
- You can choose your own contractors
- You need to purchase the furniture following the shopping list provided
In-person Interior Design Pros:
- You got to meet in person
- The designer can see you and the site
- The designer can help with the installation process
In-person Interior Design Cons:
- More expensive
- Requires more difficult organisation from both the client and the designer to be on face-to-face meetings
- You still need to either measure yourself or contract the measurers
- The contractors and the additional fees are chosen by your designer
Hi, I am Gabriella. Thank you so much for spending your time with me and thanks for your attention. Hope you enjoyed this article and now you are ready to take the leap and work together!
If you have any feedback, questions or any other inquiries at all please drop me a message at any time.
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