Five reasons to work with an interior designer.

While once the assumption was that interior designers were only for the luxurious homes of the super-rich, now everyday homeowners are realising the value an interior designer can deliver to any home project – large or small.

Whether you’re decorating one room in your home, or renovating an entire property, here are five reasons to talk to an interior designer before you begin.

1. Make the most of your budget (and avoid expensive mistakes)

Investing in interior design services can be a great way to get the most from your budget. Their expertise will help you make the best decisions and avoid the common mistakes that can otherwise see your costs spiral. A good designer will be able to show you where you may be able to repurpose existing fixtures or fittings. They’ll also ensure that any work increases the value of your property. A good tip is to be open about your budget to ensure the designer creates the best possible result.

2. Seamless liaison between different providers and suppliers

When decorating or renovating, it can be difficult to manage multiple tradespeople, or suppliers. An interior designer can provide project management services to pull everything together. The benefit is you then only need to deal with one contact while feeling confident that your interior designer is expertly managing the process.

3. Discover different styles and products

Do you always turn to the same styles, products and suppliers time after time? It’s natural to get stuck in a rut when decorating but an interior designer can suggest new ideas that you might not have otherwise considered while giving you the confidence to try new styles.

4. Save time and stress

If you’re going it alone, even the smallest decorating project can cause stress and take much longer than you anticipated. An interior designer can help you complete the project more quickly, while making the process enjoyable – not overwhelming.

5. Gain access to trade suppliers

Interior designers have lots of contacts in the homebuilding and decorating industry. This means they know where to go for the best products and can access products and services that are not usually available to the general public. In addition, they can often access cost-savings to pass on to their clients while helping to cut waiting times for fixtures or products

• If you’d like to find out more about the benefits of working with an interior designer, get in touch! 

• Stylesmith Interiors is an interior design company based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, working with clients across the UK.