When it comes to renovating your home, thinking about involving an interior designer might be the furthest thing from your mind.  Adding another layer of cost to an already pricey project can be daunting.   But in our experience, a good interior designer will have an incredible amount of value and expertise to add, all whilst ensuring your budget is targeted.

Not only can they add value to the functionality of your home, but to the overall value of your home too.  It’s extremely important to create aesthetically pleasing spaces with functionality at their core.  Even if you’re a self-proclaimed interior designer thanks to your Instagram scrolling, your years as a Block-aholic or your House & Garden subscriptions, an interior designer will keep your own ambitions in check by ensuring the end-goal aesthetics will be complete.  Navigating decisions on colour schemes, materials, products and finishes can be overwhelming and a professional will ensure cohesion.

We understand that initially, the thought of using an interior designer simply adds to the cost of the project,  but a good interior designer can actually save you money too by identifying potential problems early on in the project.  We like to consult our interior designer right after the architect or draftsperson has finalised the working drawings to ensure every window is the correct size and in the correct place and a myriad of other things.  A good interior designer will understand the cost implications of different design choices and can guide you on where to allocate your budget for the best impact, right from the get-go.

Don’t be fooled by thinking that an interior designers will completely blow your budget due to elaborate and fantastical ideas either - on the contrary, a good designer will work within your budget easily as they will be familiar with all the different materials and products on the market and can ensure the right product is chosen for your aesthetic and your budget.

An interior designer will pay meticulous attention to detail and effortlessly aligns with trends and innovations, even assisting in ensuring perfect electrical wiring lay-outs.  Electricians do wiring plans daily and are obviously experts in everything electrical, but an interior designer will ensure that every light is in EXACTLY the right spot.  From the placement of light fixtures to the selection of hardware, they ensure that every element contributes to the overall design and functionality.

A well designed space will ultimately add value to your property too.  Designers can help you make choices that not only meet your immediate needs but also contribute to the long-term value of your home.

While an interior designer brings all the credentials you’d expect such as a blend of creativity, technical knowledge to ensure that your new build or renovation meets both your aesthetic preferences and functional needs, their value to you as a renovating home owner doesn’t stop there.  Their expertise can streamline the process, enhance the outcome, and make the entire experience more enjoyable for you as the homeowner.

We firmly believe in the team effort of renovation projects.  From the architect to the sub-trades, there’s a suite of people involved in your renovation and we think it’s important to add an interior designer to that list.

As part of our service for larger renovations, we provide a free consultation with interior designer Anna of Haus of Design.  As discussed, her input is absolutely INVALUABLE as a space and functionality expert.

Chat with Wade about your renovation ideas and find out if the expertise of an interior designer might pleasantly surprise you too.