Prepare for These 6 Interior Design Questions

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Okay, so it’s the Holidays and now you’ve decided to redecorate. More often than not, you would require a few hands to help you with your project. If you have decided to hire a decorator are you anxious about your first meetup?

Consider interior designers as psychiatrists of sorts. They are there to analyze some personal matters concerning you such as your needs, what you like and what you particularly dislike, and what your current lifestyle is.

When you are searching for the perfect candidate, know that these professionals are also screening you. They, too, have a set of questions that they need to ask. Would you like to know what the most common redecorating questions are that interior designers ask?

What do you like in this particular room?

This is probably one of the first questions that will pop up once you meet up with your shortlisted interior designers. There is logic to this simple question and how it is actually one of the most important questions that your candidates could ever ask.

This question will provide them with the answer as to your taste. They will then determine how they can better serve such preference.

What don’t you like in this particular room?

Just as important, this question gauges the things that you don’t want to be included in your design. The designer will then have a better understanding of your tastes and, once again, your preferences. And if he’s a good designer, then he will not try to convince you to try something that you’re not comfortable with.

What colors tickle your fancy?

This third question is the designer’s way of picking your brain for the colors that he will use in your redecoration project. This can be any color that you like for as long as it won’t hinder with the functions of the room. For instance, the color red or orange is such an energetic hue. If you put this in a room where you are supposed to relax, say, inside the bedroom, then it defeats the very purpose or function of the room.

Ask if the colors you prefer can be used in a different tint or shade depending on what’s pleasant in a particular room where it is supposed to be used.

Do you already have a style in mind?

If you answer yes to this question, then you would make your interior designer’s job a lot easier. There won’t be any guessing games or butting of heads needed since specific interior design styles come with specific features and characteristics. As a team, you can then work together to achieve a wonderful balance between the style’s elements.

If you’re still not aware of your style preference, then take the time to search through some interior design websites. You can also buy some interior design magazines.

Begin cutting some pictures of homes or rooms that catch your attention. Pretty soon, you will see similarities among your cutouts. Only then can you and your designer point out your preferred style.

How will the room be used?

While it is obvious that the bedroom is for rest and relaxation, there are some folks that actually prefer to do other activities there such as some office work. If you’re one of the few who wants to set up their home office inside the bedroom, then you would need other furniture aside from the bed and nightstands.

Many living rooms today also double as entertainment and socialization zones so having just a couch and a center table also won’t be enough.

What special needs do you require?

Expect this question from a competent interior designer. The most common special needs include firm furniture pieces and proper furniture placement for the elderly. The next special need is the safety features for homes with kids and pets.

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