Many homeowners want a picture-perfect home that could appear in the pages of high-end design magazines. There’s inspiration everywhere, but turning an idea into a functional design, especially one that’s suitable for your space and budget, may be a different story.
This is where a professional interior designer can be a huge asset. Interior designers will listen to your ideas, consider your personal style and inspiration, and create a space that represents your vision.
Why Hire An Interior Designer?
There are plenty of benefits to working with an interior designer, including:
Needing Help With Design Vision
You may find inspiration from magazines, home improvement series, and your Pinterest feed, but taking those ideas and turning them into appropriate and stylish designs that suit your home and local market are a different story. Professionals know how to define your style preferences and aesthetic and then make them work in your existing space.
Working Within A Tight Budget
If you have limited funds for design, you may think it’s best to go with DIY methods. However, hiring a designer can actually save you money on the whole project. These professionals understand how to maximize your budget, avoid expensive mistakes, and find affordable options that align with your preferences.
Feeling Overwhelmed
Tired of mulling over kitchen cabinet designs? Remodeling and renovation projects can take a long time – often including a lot of stress in the process. The longer it goes on, the more overwhelmed you may become. An experienced designer can optimize the process to create the best look while supporting you along the way and ensuring the project stays on track.
Advantages Of A Professional Interior Designer
You may have a knack for design on your own, but collaborating with a professional can elevate your design and produce astonishing finished looks. Here are some advantages to working with a professional designer:
- Experience: Interior designers have extensive professional experience, including education about art, color palettes, space-maximizing tricks, knowledge of materials, and current trends. They’re also expert problem solvers, so if you dream of bringing two designs together or taking inspiration from trendy locations, they can make it work.
- Access: Working interior designers build relationships with other designers, manufacturers, retailers, contractors, and other professionals to procure the perfect products at better rates than you’d be able to get on your own.
- Reduced stress: Interior designers are expert project managers. They oversee the project, set deadlines and ensure everything is on track, and anticipate possible hurdles or setbacks to plan ahead. It’s also easier to have a pro at your side to help you choose your options and avoid decision fatigue.
- Value: Investing in an interior designer may improve your home’s resale value if you decide to sell in the future. If you’re planning on listing your home now, expert staging can make a huge difference in attracting buyers and getting offers.
When You Should Hire An Interior Designer
An interior designer is a valuable resource for any design project at any time. However, there are times when a designer can help your project along, such as:
When You’re Starting A Renovation
If you have a major renovation project, such as a complete bathroom remodel or a new addition, an interior designer can ensure you make the best possible designs for the space long before construction begins.
When You’re Moving Into A New Home
If you’re preparing to move into a new home, it’s a great time to bring in a designer. They can create a design that reflects your style and flows from room to room with unifying features or themes, even if you’re mixing a range of styles for different areas.
When You’re Designing A New Home
Designers understand building plans and can work with both you and your builders to make the process easier and more comfortable. They can help you save money without sacrificing style and understand where you should splurge on custom features that have excellent long-term value.
When You’re Listing Your Current Home
First impressions are important. If you’re listing your home for sale, buyers will look at photos to decide to take a tour. You need to capture their attention with those photos, and that can be hard to do if you have a lackluster look.
Interior designers are a huge asset if you’re listing your home, especially in a competitive market. They can stage it properly to not only make it aesthetically pleasing but also help buyers envision how to use the space. They also make it welcoming and comfortable without looking too “lived in,” so the buyer can picture themselves living there.
When You’re Designing For A Specific Style
Having a specific style in mind can make some aspects of your design easier, but it can also go wrong very quickly. Interior designers are familiar with different design styles, including modern farmhouse, traditional to coastal, and everything in between. They can even find the ideal balance if you want an eccentric home that looks curated, not cluttered.
Finding the elements of a specific style can be challenging, especially if you don’t have a lot of options locally. Interior designers have their entire network to procure pieces that will bring your style to life, whether they’re high-end statement pieces, rare antiques, or upcycled gems.
Finally, one of the pitfalls of style rules is that you can end up with too many conflicting ideas, clashing pieces, or overall design confusion. A professional can ensure you stay close to your aesthetic with a cohesive design and personalized touches that make the look distinctly yours.
When You’re On A Time Crunch
Whether you want guidance through the design process or you prefer a more “hands-off” approach, hiring a designer streamlines the process and frees a lot of time. Interior designers usually oversee every aspect of a project, from managing timelines to coordinating with contractors to hunting down specific pieces, ensuring that everything is done as efficiently as possible.
Get Design Help From A Pro
Whether you’re on a budget, struggling with interior design, or looking to emulate a style that you love, hiring an interior designer can help you transform your living space and bring your vision to life.
Rebecca Denis, Head of Design at Revive Real Estate, is an accomplished and highly creative interior designer with over ten years of experience in the industry. With a passion for transforming spaces and a keen eye for detail, she has successfully completed numerous projects ranging from commercial spaces to custom show homes.
