{"id":10463,"date":"2017-06-06T02:50:56","date_gmt":"2017-06-05T18:50:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/blog\/singapore\/?p=10463"},"modified":"2022-07-01T04:07:08","modified_gmt":"2022-06-30T20:07:08","slug":"questions-ask-interior-designer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/questions-ask-interior-designer\/","title":{"rendered":"6 questions to ask before committing to an interior designer"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div><p>You\u2019re paying big bucks for an interior designer &#8211; so make sure you hire the right person for the job!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many Singaporeans are now spending upwards of $50,000 on home renovations, an amount which is steadily increasing as more people seek to improve their homes. If you\u2019re looking to do some home remodelling of your own, then you\u2019re probably in the market for a reliable interior designer who can help turn your apartment into the home of your dreams. (<a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/en\/color-patterns-trend-colors-1984232\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Cover image credits<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But before you go ahead and commit to a contract, you\u2019ll first need to do your research and make sure that the interior designer you\u2019ve chosen will be able to get the job done exactly the way you want it. <\/span><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10464 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-1.jpg\" alt=\"interior design\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1275\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-1-940x624.jpg 940w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/en\/the-interior-of-the-1508273\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To ensure that you match the right person to the right job, here are six critical questions you\u2019ll want to ask your interior designer before signing that contract:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Q1: Can I see some examples of your previous work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The very first thing you should do is find out more about your interior designer\u2019s personal style, design aesthetics and work history. Most interior design companies are very likely to have their own website and online portfolio, and they will be happy to show it to you upon request. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take some time to go through it with them, and ask questions about each project. You may also check whether they have previously worked on projects which were similar in scope to yours. \u00a0This will help you determine if your interior designer will be able to complete your project according to your preferred style and vision.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Q2: Can you tell me about your rates?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10466\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-2.png\" alt=\"interior design\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1493\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-2.png 1920w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-2-1536x1194.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-2-150x117.png 150w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-2-940x731.png 940w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/en\/meeting-conference-sales-business-1184892\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most interior designers will require you to sign a contract before they start working with you. However, you should never sign anything until you\u2019ve fully discussed the payment and understand how you will be charged. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find out whether you\u2019ll be paying an hourly rate or a flat fee for your project. Keep in mind that you\u2019ll also be paying for the materials, so this is a good time to work out your project budget and ask if there are any discounts available. Also, do check if you\u2019ll be billed for things like travel time, mileage and consultancy. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people may feel uncomfortable talking about money and billing, but it\u2019s good to ask these questions from the start so that you can develop trust and begin building a strong working relationship with your designer. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Q3: Is my vision in line with my proposed budget?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10467 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-3.jpg\" alt=\"budget, interior designer\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-3.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-3-940x627.jpg 940w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-3-440x294.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/en\/home-money-euro-coin-coins-167734\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideally, your designer should let you know ahead of time if your budget and your dreams don\u2019t match. If this is the case, then you\u2019ll want to ask for other solutions that would be more affordable, or for suggestions on working with what you have. You may have to go back to the drawing board, but a good designer should be able to help you reach a compromise so that you can still have the home of your dreams without needing to go bust. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Q4: What\u2019s the best way for us to communicate?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your designer will need to communicate regularly with you from the beginning to the end of the project. They\u2019ll need to ask you questions about your preferences and needs, get approval for materials and purchases, and provide you with ongoing progress reports. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll want to work out when and how you should communicate, as well as how often. Can you contact your designer outside of office hours? How many times a week should they update you on your project? Will they be using emails, text messages, phone calls or regular face-to-face meetings?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Q5: How long will it take to complete the project?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s good to have a project timeline in mind before getting started. You should inform your interior designer of when you would like to start and complete your project, and check whether your timeline fits with theirs. Do they have other projects that they are committed to? If they fall behind schedule, how do they plan to ensure that everything will still be completed within the given timeframe? Also, will they be available to communicate with you on at least a weekly basis regarding your project?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Q6: Can I see your reviews from previous clients?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10468\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-4.jpg\" alt=\"interior design\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-4.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ID-questions-4-940x664.jpg 940w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/en\/hook-check-mark-yes-personal-881442\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One last thing you can do before making a final decision is to check your designer\u2019s online reviews and client testimonials. These will help you gain additional information on what it\u2019s like to actually work with them on a project. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For instance, how did they handle problems like late deliveries or incorrect items? Were they professional and easy to work with? How well did they deliver on their promises to clients? Have any previous clients worked with them more than once? Getting the answers to these questions will really help you decide whether or not your interior designer is a good fit for you and your needs. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can\u2019t wait to get started on renovating, so that you\u2019ll be able to transform your current place into the home of your dreams? Check out our articles on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/home-renovation-apps\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 renovation apps you didn\u2019t know you needed<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/best-renovation-loan-singapore\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">which is the best renovation loan in Singapore<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Find the home of your dreams today at Singapore\u2019s largest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/?utm_source=blog%20main%20site%20conversion\">property portal 99.co<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019re paying big bucks for an interior designer &#8211; so make sure you hire the right person for the job! Many Singaporeans are now spending upwards of $50,000 on home renovations, an amount which is steadily increasing as more people seek to improve their homes. 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