PHASE 1: DECLUTTER
We use my 5D / 5S Decluttering System. We'll ensure that what you use most is in a logical and convenient location so clutter doesn't reoccur. Go through all items and split into:
- Keep
- Donate or sell (within a month take, list or chuck)
- Chuck
Assistance with process, decisions, storage. Follow my 5D & 5S system for easy steps.
PHASE 2: DESIGN
- Floor plan
- Design
- Source and specify items
Overall Style / Vibe
- Define the feeling you most want e.g. sophisticated, cozy, classic, funky, stylish...
- Define the specific items needed or needing to be repurposed, such as furniture, storage, display items
Color Palette / Paint
- Create a color palette for the whole room, tying it together
- Consider one accent wall
- Paint nondescript items (uninteresting bookcases or tables) to match wall / decide what keeping / need
Window Treatments
- Window placement & measurements> coverings
- Add gorgeous curtain rods or other window treatments
Floor
- Area rug — adds a pop of color and warmth
- Note: I usually design a custom rug for my clients, billed separately; we can also create a theme and variations for multiple spaces in your home or office
Lighting
- Lighting — indirect / overhead / needs to coordinate if not match (theme & variations)
- Ceiling light — not primary source of light! / switch globes and add pretty pull chains when appropriate
Decorative Elements
- Featured item(s) as Art
- Mirror(s) nice — make them reflect something pretty
- Artwork choices, positioning, framing and mounting
- Add pillows and throws on chairs & daybeds where appropriate
- Showcase personal touches without crowding
Furniture
- Determine items needed depending on room being designed (e.g. desk, bed, couch, chairs, bookcases or shelving)
- Determine existing items keeping (I like to use as much as possible that's pre-existing)
Storage
- Determine storage needs based on convenience, needs as well as design
- Shelving, bookcases, armoires, cabinets, chests, files
- Specify good-looking bins fitted according to your space
EXPENSES
Possible items include:
- Furniture as needed
- Window treatments
- Indirect lighting (desk, floor lamps)
- Reframed art
- Paint
- Area rug pop of color and warmth — I love to create a custom design for you that's a tribute to you and what you love most
- Storage solution(s)
- Storage bins
- Throw pillows add texture and warmth
- Throw blanket adds texture, and warmth for you and potential guests
At cost
PROCESS
SIMPLE AGREEMENT
I'll send a simple document for electronic signature.
WEEKLY CALL
We'll set up a weekly call time. This keeps us on track and connected. Great ideas emerge from these calls too.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
I set up a project in Basecamp, project management software and invite you to it. This makes sharing ideas and site progress easy. It allows us to know where everything is, to stay on schedule and to get right to it.
ESTIMATED TIMING
- Decluttering: 1–2 weeks
- Floor plan: 2 weeks (with amendments as proceed)
- Design: 2 weeks
- Sourcing: 2 weeks
- Painting and installing: varies based on scope
Start date: upon approval based on openings, with deposit
FEES
- Decluttering process guidance & assistance: $497
- Floor plan: $997
- Design: $997
- Source and specify items: $997
Total: $3,497
Expenses: at cost
Payment Schedule
Deposit to begin work: Half of fee
2nd half in 30 days
PAYMENT
The initial deposit is payable by credit card to begin work, which you can submit through this page. Additional payments are automatically processed 30 days apart, which we'll set up on our first call. For detailed policies, please go HERE.
