The Hidden Benefits of Hiring an Interior Designer

Hiring an interior designer is an important part of the design process. They can optimize your space, save you time and save you from costly design mistakes

Design by Westbourne Studio, Photo by Eric Petscheck

Interior designers can optimize your space

Whether it’s a small space, challenging layout or lack of storage, interior designers have seen it all and can create a comprehensive plan that optimizes functionality as well as your desired aesthetic.

Design by Lawson Taylor Interiors, Photo by Max Burkhalter

Interior designers receive a discount on goods of 15-40%, on average

‍Depending on how your interior designer structures their fee, you are often able to benefit from reduced rates even after taking into account a typical markup. For simplicity’s sake, say an item costs $100. Your designer receives a 40% discount and charges a 20% markup. Their price is $60, and your price is $72. You’ve saved $28. At scale, this adds up. In many cases, the design fee may end up paying for itself or with slight out-of-pocket costs given your savings on procured products. Of course, this will depend on your interior designer’s billing structure, but it can be greatly beneficial.

Design by Clare Kennedy Interiors, Photo by Joseph Bradshaw

An interior designer will save you time

‍You will free up hours once you have an advocate streamlining processes for you. From sourcing materials to coordinating contractors and installations, you will have a desirable end result minus the overwhelm along the way.

Design by Rebecca Gibbs Design, Photo by Chad Zellner

Interior designers can guide you on materials and quality

‍Not all products are created equal, and this especially rings true in the world of interiors. There is a massive range of materials and quality to consider when purchasing components for your space, and a designer can help you make informed decisions on where to save and splurge.

Design by Studio Becky Carter, Photo by Sam Frost

Interior designers have exclusive access to products

‍There are trade brands which, for many years, have sold only to interior design (“trade”) clients. With an interior designer, an entire world of trade-only goods becomes available to you.

Design by Rita Chan Interiors, Photography by Gavin Cater

Interior designers can save you from making costly mistakes

‍Unlike fashion and other consumer categories, returns are not seamless in the world of interior design. Unless something arrives damaged and you refuse the delivery, you’re likely stuck with what you’ve got and will need to find your own solution. Equally unfortunate is the scenario where the paint color you selected isn’t what you expected or the wallpaper you chose is installed incorrectly.

Eliminate overwhelm, save time and maybe even improve your budget with the help of an interior designer. To begin, find your match by setting your preferences and connecting across our community of select interior designers.