Designing for the Whole Household: Starts at the Kickoff
Dads ask for golf simulators, wellness rooms, and man caves after the budget closes. Designing…
Change Orders for Interior Designers: How to Document Site Visit Changes the Right Way
Mid-project changes without documentation can cost you money and clients. Here’s how interior designers build…
Reselection Fees: Who Pays When a Builder Drops the Ball?
When a builder misses an order for a year, who pays for the reselection time?…
Product Markups and Client Trust: How Transparent Should Designers Be?
Interior designers share how they handle the product markup question, from PMF terminology to cost-plus…
Design Fee Plus Markup: Why Charging Both Is Standard Practice
Charging a design fee and a markup on procurement isn’t double-dipping. Here’s how working designers…
Who Should Handle Furniture Warranties? Manufacturers, Designers, or Both?
Should you pass through the manufacturer’s furniture warranty or offer your own? Here’s how to…
Protect Your Procurement Process: The Contract Clause Every Designer Needs
When a client bypasses procurement and buys direct, an interior design procurement clause is what…
Interior Design Hourly Rates: Where Should You Start?
A new interior designer’s hourly rate should come from your own costs and local market,…
How to Charge for Finish Selections: What Designers Actually Earn
Not sure how to charge for finish selections when working with a contractor? Here’s how…
Interior Design Product Warranty: Who’s Actually Responsible?
When you purchase for clients, who holds the product warranty? Here’s how interior designers define…
Using Interior Design Contract Templates: What to Keep and What to Change
An interior design contract template from ASID or AIA is a smart first step. Customize…
Interior Design Cost of Doing Business: How Often Should You Review It?
How often should interior designers review their cost of doing business? IDC members share review…