Unsure if You Should Hire an Interior Designer? The Top Reasons Why You Should

The Top Reasons Why You Should

Hiring an Interior Designer may seem unnecessary but there are many good reasons why you should. Here are the top benefits and what it’s like working with Kristen Elizabeth Design.

Designed by Kristen Elizabeth Design, Photographed by Chad Davies

Throughout this past year and a half, we’ve all spent more time at home. We have come to realize now more than ever how important indoor spaces are. A well-designed home not only makes you feel good but has an impact on your daily routine and habits, affecting your well-being.

If you’re thinking about making upgrades to your home, you may be considering taking on the project yourself. After all, you’ll save money that way, right?

Wrong. For any home design or remodel project, there are a lot of moving parts and details to keep organized. In most cases, you can benefit from working with an interior designer. Keep reading to learn why.

Why Hire an Interior Designer

There are many reasons why you may need an interior designer. Here are some of the most common benefits:

Planning and Budgeting

It’s easy to start a remodel project and get in over your head. You may have an idea of how much you can afford to spend, but how do you know that amount will cover everything you want to get done?

That’s where an interior designer comes in. They’ll work with you to put together a realistic plan that’s within your budget. That way you’ll start the project knowing what to expect and you won’t need to worry about running out of money halfway through!

Save Time and Money

Both time and money are precious resources for everyone. So why not hire a professional that can help you save both?

Yes, hiring a designer is an added cost, but they can help prevent mistakes that are expensive to fix, like measuring incorrectly or purchasing the wrong materials. They can also help you make smarter decisions, like how to best allocate your budget.

As trade professionals, they have access to wholesale pricing so you get products at better prices, not available to the average consumer.

By taking over the design planning, project management, and execution they’ll save you a lot of time and energy. Meaning much less stress.

Even better, a good designer will help you focus on increasing the value of your home. This makes the decision to hire a designer a good long-term investment.

Experts in Design and Project Management

In general, a designer will do a better job than you’ll be able to on your own.

Even if you have a good eye for design and know what styles you like, a designer will be able to create a much better space. They have years of training and are experts in design.

They’ll also make sure that the space is not only beautiful but functional to meet your needs. And as specialists in project management and execution, they make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible.

Solid Resources

Not only will a designer have access to materials and products that you won’t. But they also will have a whole network of resources to provide the best possible results for your project.

From architects to contractors and subcontracts, they’ll have a trusted team and can help you hire the right professionals to get the job done.

Creative Solutions

Interior designers are also problem solvers. They’ll see the potential in an underused or awkward space and can reimagine it to function better.

They can also help you get custom-made pieces to fit your unique style and needs from cabinetry to furniture, fixtures, and artwork.

Why Work with Kristen Elizabeth Design

Now that you have a good understanding of the benefits of working with a professional designer, there are even greater advantages to working with Kristen Elizabeth Design.

You will Have a Voice

With Kristen Elizabeth Design, your voice matters. We approach projects like a partnership and spend time listening to your needs and desires. The process is very collaborative. We get to know what you like, along with what improvements you want to see, to ensure we come up with a plan that fits your lifestyle.

Design is Beyond Form

Our work is more than creating beautiful spaces. We understand that design affects your mood, so our beginning goal is to infuse happiness, sophistication, and love into your home.

We take a careful and personal approach to each project because we know your home is a reflection of who you are.

Designed by Kristen Elizabeth Design, Photographed by Rikki Snyder

The Kristen Elizabeth Design Process

What’s it like working with a designer at KED? To get a better sense of what to expect when you work with us, see a summary of our process below.

Project Phases

Consultation - First, we start with a series of in-depth interviews to learn more about your lifestyle and preferences. We get to know what’s working and what isn’t as well as nail down a budget for the project.

Presentation - At this stage, we absorb what we learned from the consultation and work on design solutions to fit your needs. We’ll present online design concepts to narrow down your design aesthetic, inspiration, and color pallets. This process results in 2-3 in-person design presentations that include samples and renderings to further solidify the design direction for the project.

Feedback - Throughout the presentation stage we’ll be receptive to your feedback and will make adjustments as needed. We also connect you to our online project management tool where you can approve or decline specific products we recommend for you.

Implementation - Once we’ve reached a final approved design. We’ll order products and materials and arrange construction and installation services as needed.

Final Results - At the end, we’ll have a follow-up meeting to provide after-care instructions, take professional photos, and ensure all your needs are met!