Interior Design Services & Fees

The Design Service assists you to achieve the function, comfort, and atmosphere desired in a space. This, along with a Space Plan, includes, but is not restricted to: a color scheme, selection of furniture and furnishings, floor and wall coverings, window treatments, light fixtures, letting of orders and coordination of deliveries or installation.

A Letter of Agreement will be prepared to confirm the scope of services and fees. The non-refundable Retainer along with a signed copy of the Agreement will initiate the start of the project. The retainer will be applied to subsequent billing.

The Design Fee is project specific. There is a minimum design fee of $5,000 with an hourly fee for site appraisal, obtaining information, design development, consultations with other professionals, market research & coordination as well as an associate's time. Additionally, a percentage of the net wholesale cost of all goods, services and labor selected, specified or supervised by my firm will be charged. This processing charge is applicable to work performed by tradesmen of your choice or mine. The fees are not applicable to any sales tax, or delivery cost.

Deposits and balance payments for the cost of goods, freight (where applicable), delivery, installation and taxes will be paid as per each source's procedures. Fifty percent (50%) of the design service fee will be payable as an order is placed and the balance as each order is delivered or installed. In certain cases the fees will be due in full when cases where delivery is immediate or complete payment is required prior delivery.

Consultations are also available on an hourly basis. Occasionally, consultations with professionals such as an architect, engineer or lighting designer are necessary for the integrity of the project and beneficial to the owner as well as the design team. As required, these consultations will be billed directly to you.

The Design Process is always enjoyable when expectations from all stakeholders are clear prior to the kickoff. I hope that my attempt at full disclosure provides comfort and an understanding of my business ethic. Please feel free to call me to discuss requirements, expectations, budget parameters, desires or any questions you may have.