10 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Designer

1. Avoid those costly mistakes. With most people only decorating once or twice during their lifetime, there are lots of things that are hard to know unless you’ve experienced them many times before.

2. Access to a full range of resources. There is a tremendous amount of furnishings and fabrics available just “to the trade”. A designer will have access to these, and will also know who specializes in different areas, thus saving valuable time.

3. Quality contacts. Designers know the best workrooms, painters, installers, and carpenters, so they have the connections and clout to get the job done right.

4. Guidance in making the right decision. Possibly the hardest part of a design project is selecting from the multitude of choices available. An experienced designer will guide you through the choices and advise you in making the correct decision.

5. A lasting and quality style. A good designer won’t succumb to trends that you will tire of quickly. They will create a timeless environment you’ll enjoy living in for years to come. Designers will add custom details and paint finishes that will make your house an individual masterpiece, instead of relying on ‘off-the-rack’ items.

6. Problem solving skills. No matter if you have an oversized window, a plain room, or poor traffic flow, an interior designer is an expert in understanding color, scale, light, and space – concepts that can be hard for even the most talented amateur to get right.
   
   
7. The capability to complete the project. Have you ever given up halfway through a project or neglected those final hanging details? A designer will follow through on every aspect of the job and make sure that all the elements have been completed to your satisfaction.
   
   
8. Advice on setting priorities. With most people on a budget, a designer will help allocate your dollars to get the biggest bang for your buck. They can advise you on how to spend your money now, while still planning for future design projects.
   
   
9. Arbitration with your significant other. If you’ve ever seen HGTV’s ‘Designing For the Sexes’, you understand that if there is a disagreement between spouses about design projects, an unbiased third party can be used to guide them through the process.
   
   
10. The power to advocate with manufacturers, trades people, and showrooms. Designers have a high standard, and because they work with these resources regularly, they have more leverage to get things repaired or replaced. Long-standing business relationships help resolve disputes in a professional manner.

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