Tener expectativas realistas
La mayoría de los diseñadores le dirán que, por mucho que a todos nos guste ver programas de diseño para el hogar, su prevalencia les ha perjudicado un poco. Gracias a la magia televisiva, los diseñadores de esos programas realizan proyectos con plazos ajustados y presupuestos reducidos que nunca funcionarían en el mundo real.
Por supuesto, cada proyecto es diferente. La mejor manera de controlar el presupuesto y la duración previstos es pedir esta información a los diseñadores potenciales por adelantado. No tema comunicarse con más de uno para tener una idea realista de qué esperar.
Take the time to find the right fit
Not all designers are created equal. Like all of us, each designer has his or her own unique personal tastes, quirks and business practices. To make sure your project is a success, it’s important that you and your designer are on the same page with a lot of these details. You may need to interview a few before you find someone who’s the right fit.
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In the design world, this interview is called a consultation. It can be an in-person meeting or held over the phone, and it can be paid or unpaid. You can use this time to ask to see samples of the designer’s work, learn more about their process, and ask about business practices, such as their preferred methods for communication and billing.
You can also use this time to let the designer get to know you. Feel free to bring in a few photos or items you intend to use for design inspiration. Let the designer know about your specific quirks and personal preferences. By the end of the meeting, you should have a good sense of whether the two of you will work well together.
Final thoughts
For those who have never hired an interior designer before, the idea of doing so can feel out of reach, but it doesn’t need to be. We’ve created a first-timer’s guide to working with an interior designer to help you take the plunge. Use the advice in this post to make an informed decision as to whether hiring professional help is the right choice for you.
