Design Works: Interior Design Practice in Hertfordshire (Herts UK)
The Design Process
From concept to completion our interiors are meticulously planned and expertly implemented.
Telephone Consultation
After contacting us, one of our design team will telephone you to discuss the scope of your project; whether you require a single room redesigned or total property refurbishment. If appropriate we will arrange a free initial consultation where we can further discuss your requirements in person.
This initial consultation is entirely free of charge for clients living within 30 miles of Hitchin, Hertfordshire. We charge a small pre-arranged fee to cover additional travel costs if clients live further a field.
First Meeting
It is an important part of our assessment to view your chosen space and discuss your requirements and budget in person. If you are happy at this stage for us to commence work, we can then conduct any necessary site surveys. Following this meeting (depending on project complexity etc.) we will send you an estimate for the design work we propose to provide.
Subsequent Meetings
With your approval, we will commence work on your project. Depending on the scale and complexity of your commission we will present you with floor and lighting plans, elevations, perspective drawings and sample boards. This will serve as a visual representation of the proposed design. If at this stage you are happy to proceed we will further develop your design.
At our final design planning meeting you will be presented with your bespoke design concept. As well as written suggestions we will provide samples of floor, wall finishes and soft furnishings along with details of all proposed furniture, lighting, fixtures and fittings, art and accessories.
Planning
Following client approval of final designs and specifications we can obtain an estimate from one of our contractors, or you can implement the designs yourself; the drawings and specifications supplied will facilitate this.
Once this estimate has been approved and the contractor commissioned, the work can then be coordinated by Design Works if required. The commission for this service is 15% of the contractors final invoice.
Design Works can appoint the services of qualified decorators, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, builders, structural engineers, upholsterers and soft furnishings specialists. Our estimates are highly competitive and our sub-contractor’s are carefully selected for the quality of their workmanship.
Sourcing
Design Works will source and supply all materials, furniture and accessories for the project unless otherwise specified. As an independent design practice we are able to source from a number of different suppliers and can usually negotiate at least a 10% discount on your behalf.
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