why interior design? design is the process of solving problems designers gather and analyze...
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Why Interior Design?
• Design is the process of solving problems• Designers gather and analyze information, consider options,
make selections and come up with solutions.• Interior design is the means to making a space pleasant and
functional.• New homes require complete design.• Interiors need to be refurbished or renovated.• Needs in our life change.• Styles change and need to be updated
What’s Your Inspiration?
Determine Your Style
• Bohemian/Eclectic• Bold Color
• Casual/Comfortable• Elegant/Glamorous
• French• Modern• Neutral
• Romantic• Rustic/Southwest
• Thematic• Traditional
• Tuscan
How will you use the space?
• Do you have children? • Do you have pets?• Eco Friendly • How much seating?• What is the function of the room?• What is your lifestyle?• Will you entertain there?
What do you own already?• What do you own that you will keep?• What collections do you have?• Will any furniture need to be reupholstered?• What is the size of the existing furnishings?• Can anything be painted to change the look?• Sort all your pictures and measure• Photograph what you own
Create a Space Plan
• Measure the space• Draft floor plan and elevations
What’s Your Budget?
• Determine what you need to purchase• Determine what the costs will be for labor and
materials• Determine the costs for furnishings• If you are remodeling keep in mind it costs
more than you think it will• Make a list of all the costs and set a budget
Research Products/Make Selections
Complete Design Plan
What I can do
• Space Planning
Electrical/Lighting Plans
Renderings
Moodboards
Custom Bedding
Window Treatments
Bathroom Design
Room Makeovers
Selection of Materials
Lighting
Color Selection
Game/Media Room Design
Floor Tile Design
Dining Rooms
Teenager Rooms
Model Center
Services• Art and accessory selection and display• Color consultation• Custom bedding and window treatments• Fabric selection• Furniture plans and arrangement• Home staging advice• Interior Design Resources and Trade Only Resources• Lighting plans• Master Bedroom Suite Design• Outdoor Patio Design• Save you time and money• Select drapery hardware• Select flooring materials and hard surface materials• Shopping service• Visual Concept Boards
CMC Design Studio602.803.1995
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