Tips on Choosing an Interior Design Firm

Harvey Yong
Aug 25, 2017 · 3 min read
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If you want to make your private or commercial space look better than ever, you might be thinking about hiring an interior designer to help you out. There are a lot of interior design firms that you can find but choosing the right one for you can be tedious. It is the reason why we listed some tips that will help you on your search and selection process.

Identify your style

One of the most important things that you should do before searching for interior designers is to identify your own style. This tip is important because it will help your search to be faster and you can ensure that you’ll find the right interior designer to work for your project. Use your imagination and visualize how you want your space to look like after the project is done. If you don’t know anything about interior design in Singapore, you can always search on the internet and find some inspirations that will help you along the way. There are also online quizzes that can help you determine which interior design style that you might like based on your preferences and even your personality.

Decide on your budget

Another important tip is to be ready to inform the interior designers that you’ll eventually meet about your budget. Having your budget on mind will not only help you avoid overspending but it will also help you find the best deal available. The rates of interior designers differ usually based on their expertise and their experiences. It is the reason why you shouldn’t worry about not finding a designer that will work for the budget that you have. However, you should also be open to some changes. There are times that you need to add more on your decided budget to be able to get the interior design concept that you really like. Always think if the additional spending is worth it with the outcome.

Check some portfolios

If you already figure out your personal style and also your budget, you can now start checking the portfolios of interior designers located near your area. Visit their website and check out their portfolio page where you can see photos of their past home interior design projects as well as their commercial projects and you can figure out what interior design style they are specializing. If you are not satisfied with the number of photos on their portfolio page, you can either send them an email to request to see their other projects or you can visit their social media pages where you can usually see more photos. Some interior design Singapore firms also upload behind the scene photos of their ongoing and past projects that will give you a gist on how they work.

Read reviews and testimonials

Another important tip that you should never overlook is reading reviews and testimonials. If you are aiming to find the right interior designer, you must conduct investigation to know more about the firm that will be working for you. There are a lot of interior designers out there but not all of them might be responsible and trustworthy. You don’t want to experience any problems during the project, which is why you need to find someone that will give you a hassle free service that you need and deserve. To check reviews and testimonials given to the firm by their past clients, you can either search on the internet or the website of your prospect interior designer.

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