When is a Good Time to Hire an Interior Designer for Your New Build or Renovation?

The answer is simple: it’s never too early.

Engaging an interior designer from the outset, even if you’re just starting with plans and not the finishes, is invaluable.

Architects view the house from the outside in, while interior designers look from the inside out.

Many crucial decisions need to be made well before the construction process begins. For example, when the framer starts, they’ll need to know about framed bathroom niches, ceiling designs, and any medicine cabinets that are recessed into the wall. You don’t want to be scrambling to make these decisions while the framer is on site.

Similarly, when the electrician arrives, they’ll need precise locations for all light fixtures. Sometimes, furniture selections influence these lighting decisions.

Additionally, during the interior design phase, you might decide to move a wall, shorten a window, or change a plumbing location based on the designs you come up with. These are minor changes if made before construction begins but can become costly and difficult once work has started. It’s a pity to be limited in your design options once you are putting so much effort into your project.

Starting early with these choices ensures a smoother process, saving you both time and money, while you build a beautiful space.