DESIGN SERVICES

home decorating help…

just when you need it 

expert advice just when you need it. professional help just when you get stuck. consider it interior design “lite”! easy on commitment and cost but strong on quality assistance and skillful recommendations. whether it’s a single existing room you’re looking to redecorate or need guidance on how to proceed with your new home, we can help. get all the inspiration and just the right advice.

doreen amico-sorell, principle designer

HOW IT WORKS

A flexible and affordable way of helping you decorate your home.

All consultations are with our Principle Designer, Doreen Amico-Sorell.

Consultations can be “Traditional” In-home/In-person meetings OR (for safety & health) “Virtual” via internet videoconferencing technologies (e.g. Zoom, or similar).

Our Interior Decorating Consultation program can be used for:

  • Construction/Remodel: Architects & Contractors, while good at what they do, don’t necessarily know YOU; your lifestyle… your aesthetics. This is where the Interior Designer comes in. They focus on selecting appropriate lighting elements, plumbing fixtures & finishes, while assuring that the necessary infrastructure is installed to support such choices BEFORE the drywall goes up. Ensure optimal placement of the fireplace to guarantee sufficient space for furniture placement. We also specialize in space planning and “traffic flow” analysis. Our fresh-look and unique perspective prevents mistakes other’s often miss.
  • Design Direction: Totally bemused and don’t know where to start? Got part way, had a “brain-freeze” and are now stuck? Or maybe you’re almost done but need help with the finishing touches? Our unique process of discovering your style, likes & dislikes, reveals your hidden inner vision, bringing your room to completion and your dream to life.
  • Space Planning: Proper placement of furniture, home entertainment & other furnishings is paramount to a room’s appearance, balance and functionality. Get it right the first time without throwing your back out due to multiple, unnecessary room rearrangements.
  • Furnishings, Paint/Wallpaper & Flooring Advice: Recommendations on sizing, style, features, color, fabric, textures & finishes. Review & evaluation of any samples you may have gathered. Ideas on blending any remaining furnishings with new.
  • Window Treatment Advice: Help with choosing ready-made or custom shades, blinds, drapes, & cornices or any combination thereof. Can also help with Home Automation options, if desired.
  • Lighting & Plumbing Fixture Advice: Ideas for optimal function and coordination of styles, features & finishes.
  • Cost Planning: Provide a preliminary estimate of your project based upon work to be completed and furnishings considered.
  • Styling Tips: Get the most out of your space with project-specific “tips & tricks”. Benefit from design strategies that come from years of experience and which can’t be learned from home improvement TV.
  • Project Problem Resolution: Get help on how to overcome any design challenges specific to your room, space or project.
  • Allied Service Providers: Get recommendations for other professionals (e.g. General Contractors, Plumbers, Carpenters, Painters, Home Automation/Home Security Installers & Electricians, just to mention a few). These are Licensed & Insured professionals we’ve vetted and highly recommend without reservation. They provide quality work at a fair price.

PROFESSIONAL FEE SCHEDULE:

  • Initial In-home or Remote Consultation (2 hr): $450
  • Follow-up Consultations:
    • In-home: $200/hr (min 2 hr)
    • Remote: $200/hr (min 1 hr)
  • Travel Expenses:
    • Within Service Area (< 35 mi): No Charge
    • Beyond Service Area (>35 mi): Please Call

our interior design consultation program provides peace-of-mind confidence to help you proceed with your project to successful completion! All advice and recommendations will be specific to your project. we also take the time to explain the reasons behind our decisions and answer all your questions.

Notes:

  • Professional Fees MUST be paid-in-full at time appointment is scheduled.
  • Cancellation Policy: Fees refunded IN FULL if cancellation notification provided with a minimum 48 hours advance notice PRIOR to scheduled appointment. NO REFUNDS for cancellations of less than 48 hours advance notice.
  • ALL Consultations are verbal in nature. You may take notes and we may provide supporting written materials and/or printed brochures as applicable. Consultation fees do NOT include Concept Boards, Floor Plans, Elevation Drawings, any 3D-Renderings, Shopping Lists or Samples.
  • Cost Estimates are just that. ESTIMATES. They are provided as a guide to help you decide between different furnishing/material options. They are in no way meant to represent a proposal for actual work or purchases.  

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