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Gather Inspiration
Before your consultation, collect images of spaces you love. These don't need to match your exact situation—they help communicate your aesthetic preferences and the feeling you want to create. Look for patterns in what you're drawn to: colors, styles, materials, or moods.
Create a folder or Pinterest board with your inspiration. Include both interiors you love and elements you want to avoid. This gives your designer a clear sense of your taste and preferences.
Identify Problems
Think about what's not working in your current space. Be specific: "the kitchen feels cramped" is more helpful than "I don't like the kitchen." List functional problems, aesthetic concerns, and things you'd like to change.
Also note what's working well. Understanding what you want to keep helps your designer work with existing elements and avoid unnecessary changes.
Measure Your Spaces
Take accurate measurements of rooms you're discussing. Include room dimensions, ceiling heights, window and door locations and sizes, and the dimensions of any furniture you want to keep or work around.
If you have floor plans, bring them. If not, a simple sketch with measurements is helpful. This information allows your designer to provide specific, actionable advice.
Document Current State
Take photos of your current space from multiple angles. Include both overall views and detail shots of elements you want to discuss. Photos help your designer understand the space even if the consultation is remote.
Note any architectural features, existing finishes, or fixed elements that can't be changed. This helps your designer work within constraints and avoid suggesting changes that aren't feasible.
Think About Lifestyle
Consider how you actually use your space. Do you entertain frequently? Do you work from home? Do you have children or pets? What activities happen in each room? This information helps your designer create solutions that work for your real life, not just an idealized version.
Think about your daily routines and how the space supports or hinders them. This practical information is invaluable for creating functional designs.
Prepare Questions
Come with questions about your specific situation. Ask about materials, layouts, timelines, budgets, or anything else you're unsure about. A consultation is your opportunity to get expert advice on your specific challenges.
Don't worry about asking "dumb" questions. It's better to ask and get clarity than to proceed with uncertainty. Your designer is there to help you make informed decisions.
Good preparation helps you get maximum value from your consultation. By coming prepared with inspiration, problems, measurements, documentation, lifestyle considerations, and questions, you'll enable your designer to provide specific, actionable advice tailored to your situation.
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