When considering a home project, you might find yourself wondering whether you should hire a professional designer. However, you might also be wondering if your project would benefit enough from these services to warrant spending the money. There are many things to consider - including your own skill set, the scale of the project, your time availability, etc. In many cases, it is well worth the design fee to hire a professional.
Here are 7 reasons why you should hire a designer:
1. Experience
Most homeowners only experience a few major remodels in their lifetime, but designers are working on projects every day. Whether you’re remodeling or building a new home, it is a very long and detailed process. Making all of the selections from large showrooms, extensive catalogs, or a never-ending Pinterest search can become very overwhelming. It comes in handy to have someone who can guide you through the process and make suggestions along the way.
2. Layout + Space Planning
A designer also has a lot of training and experience in creating the best layout for your space, based on your specific needs. They can combine function and aesthetics to maximize storage solutions, traffic flow, and a style that will suit both your home and your lifestyle.
3. Cohesive Design
With so many selections to make, it is common to worry about how everything will work together in the final space. Your designer will be able to present you with the best options to form a cohesive design. They will also show you an overall concept, either as a selections board, or in 3-D renderings, so you can see how everything ties together.
4. Access to Products
As a homeowner, it can be difficult to figure out how to source all of the products and vendors you will need to complete your project. Working with a designer means you have access to products only available to a qualified professional. Most designers also have an extensive list of preferred vendors for everything from lighting and plumbing fixtures, to an electrician or plumber.
5. Maximizing Value
Whether you’re planning on staying in your home for many years, or remodeling in preparation to sell, a designer can help you get the most bang for your buck. They will guide you to make selections based on functionality and aesthetics that will stand the test of time - appealing to potential buyers, or ensuring you will love your new space for years to come.
6. Prioritizing
It’s easy to completely blow past your budget when make selections piece by piece. An experienced designer will have a plan for you with allowances set prior to making selections. This will help you prioritize how you should spend your budget. They will also give you suggestions on where you might be able to give and take, when you decide you want to spend more in one place.
7. Advocate
When working with multiple professionals - from general contractors to subcontractors, and all of the product vendors, it is so helpful to have someone who knows how to communicate effectively with all of them. Having a designer you click with means that they are working towards the same goal as you. A designer who is invested in your project will ensure everything is done properly, answer questions you have along the way, and make the process much more enjoyable.
Overall, hiring a designer largely depends on the scale of your project. You can hire a designer for anything from space planning, to helping with the selection process, or providing product. If you have questions about how we might be able to work with you on your next project, head over to our contact page and drop us a message!