FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do you charge for a residential interior design job?
We work with you to find the fee scale that will best fir the needs of your project, whether a flat fee, an hourly fee, or a cost plus. We require a signed contract and a retainer to begin work on any project. We will prepare a detailed budget proposal for client approval. A deposit on the approved budget proposal is required before we begin ordering for the project.

If remodeling is involved or if new construction is involved, are you able to provide the necessary drawings?
If it is a minor remodeling, then the SDG designer will charge an hourly fee. If it is new construction, or a very detailed project requiring additional technical expertise, our interior architecture department may need to prepare a separate proposal. In this case, it can be priced a variety of ways, including hourly, fixed fee, or a not-to-exceed fee.

I have been hearing a lot about “green design.” What does that mean and is that something you offer?
Tthe green team is passionate about environmental sustainability, both in interior architecture and residential and commercial design. Green design touches all aspects of design, from selection of finishes and furnishings, to specifying innovative building systems. We work with architects and builders who share our commitment to the environment.

I hear you have an architecture department. Does this mean you can design the whole house, including exteriors?
Our interior architecture and resort department focuses on interiors. We are experts at space planning, kitchen and bath design, fixed finish selections and construction documents. We enjoy working with your architect and making sure that the overall floor plan will work with our proposed furniture layout, which is why it is important to assemble your design team at the beginning of the process, just in case minor adjustments need to be made.

What if I don’t know what look or style I want?
This is not uncommon. SDG Designers are highly trained to assess your needs and desires right from the first meeting. You will spend a lot of time with looking at photos collected by you from national and regional design magazines, like Elle Décor, Phoenix Home and Garden, Western Interiors and Design, Dwell, and Mountain Living.

How involved do I have to be?
After the initial meeting, it really depends on how much time you can and want to devote. Some clients are more involved than others. If you don’t have the time, and many of our client’s don’t, we keep you informed of all design decisions we make. If you have the time and interest to stay involved, we will use our many resources to include you in the decision making process. Our policy is we will involve you as much or as little as you prefer.

What if I want a limited service of some sort…is that something you can help me with?
Yes, we offer a full design service that you implement yourself. Contact us for more information.

Would your company be able to design a room or two?
Yes, SDG is able to offer this service please refer to “What’s new and exciting” A Room or two©