There are hundreds of reasons to hire an interior designer. They have had years of experience and can help minimize headaches for you, while also saving you time and money. They know how to problem solve and who to call when things aren't going right. They are trained to make your space beautiful AND functional.
Hiring a designer is more than just finding pretty things or selecting the right paint. At Glass House Collective we like to help our clients out with anything and everything! From the tiniest of details to the overall function of their home.
Here are more reasons for hiring an interior designer.
Knowledge
Fewer headaches
To style shelves
Save money
They know what size rug you need
Their main goal is your happiness
Great sources
2D and 3D renderings of your space
Experience
To select the right paint color
Designers deliver a full room or house complete with accessories so you can sit back and enjoy
Network and industry connections only available to the trade
Save Money
To help manage and control your budget
To-The-Trade-Connections
They know where to find faux plants that don't look fake (just in case you kill real ones)
Designers come up with things you wouldn't have thought of
Designers go beyond what is trendy and give good design
They know how high/low to hang artwork
For solutions you haven't considered
Designers speak the language of contractors, architects, and builders
Confirmation you're headed in the right direction
Save time
Help you stick to a build schedule
To be the bad cop with contractors and vendors so you don't have to
If you’re spending money on a reno, spend money to do it right the first time
Not only do they help you select the best light, they know where to hang it
You can get therapy and design for one price. Just kidding, most designers aren't licensed therapists, but sometimes get treated like one
You don't want to look like your neighbors or Pinterest
They know who high to mount a sconce
They know that sofa arm height is important to how you use your sofa
Designers care about the end result as much, or sometimes even more than you do
No more piece by piece
Designers create a plan for lighting, and make sure there are layers of light in the right colors
Do you know what a kitchen triangle is? A designer does
Designers handle contractors and vendors while you can focus on the rest of your life
You are missing out on 90% of what’s out there buying retail
They know how to spend money - wisely
They make sure your space has that “wow” factor
They worry about your project in the middle of the night
Designers can set realistic expectations of what is possible
They provide a vision throughout the whole project
Share creative solutions
Can create 100% custom furniture / lighting / cabinetry just for you
To not waste money resolving bad design decisions
Designers know how to mix different wood tones
Professional plan of action
To keep track of all the orders
Better resources and relationships
So you don’t have to decide between 20+ white colors (but maybe just three)
They will know if you can fit a dining table that will seat 10 people in your space
Designers think ahead, they know what the next steps will be and are prepared for them
Trained eyes will see the things you’re going to miss
Increase the Value of your home
They can help incorporate historic details
Designers can help you and your partner agree on a design style by being a neutral third party.
They can push your boundaries and get you think outside of the box
Designers are skilled at mixing styles/time periods to keep your space interesting and cohesive
A designer can make the most out of your space
To maximize quality for your money
So you’ll have a home you love to be in and show off
They know building codes
Designers know what needs to get done first, second can wait
They know how to set priorities for the project
They know where light switches and outlets should go
To acquire physical samples of all the finishes going into your space
White-glove installation
They know the difference between hardwood, LVP, and engineered hardwood and help you select the right material for your project
Designers know what materials hold up to kids and pets
Designers are creative
They understand the psychology behind color
Designers are problem solvers
Designers are project managers
Do you want to select grout color and size?
To help you find a place for everything
Designers are innovative
They make sure every design detail is documented so there is no question when it’s time build
Do you know the difference between counter stools and bar stools?
They know how high off the dining table you light should be
Designers can turn unused space into your favorite place to be
They know how many pillows you should have on your bed/sofa
Every detail matters
They can make the perfect bed and show you how
Designers know what faucet and sink combinations work together
They know what size and where to place cabinetry hardware
They know how to use negative space and understand why it’s important
Designers know the rules and how to break them
They know how to mix materials like leather, natural stone, wood, and fabric to create the perfect living room
They understand scale
They know how and when to use color
Designers understand the exterior of the home is just as important as the interior
Designers know the pros and cons of using a natural stone for countertops, showers, and floors
They know the importance of good windows and window coverings
They can “talk shop” with cabinetry mills and finish carpenters to create the perfect cabinetry, ceiling details, and millwork
Style a mantel
You can have from and function
They know where to get beautiful serveware / stemware
Designers know how high to mount your TV so you’re not sitting “front row getting a stiff neck
Designers understand the importance of specialty cabinets ie. trash pull outs, spice pull outs, and drawers for pots and pans
Designers can help you understand your own personal style
Because they're awesome
We hope this list helps you decide to hire an interior designer.
Thanks for reading!
- The Glass House Collective Team
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