Decorators vs. Designers
When it comes to interior design, people are quick to assume we show up with our paint chips in one hand and throw pillows in another. Let’s debunk that myth for you. We do more than simply show up the day before the big reveal and wave our magic wands…that would be the dream. While I don’t believe decorators have magic wands either, they don’t necessarily have the background we have.
Interior designers - in particular, the ones at SCID, have taken a four-year bachelor's degree to understand and conceptualize the intricate details of your home.
Here we simplify our process into the four phases we deliver when you choose to work with us.
The first is getting to know you and your vision for the space you want to create, beginning with a phone call. Then we book an in-person meeting where we can collectively point out key elements to change in order to make your home not only beautiful but functional.
Now that we’ve given space for imagination, it’s time to get to work! This looks like creating mood boards, sourcing materials, creating space plans and working drawings, and collecting necessary samples and construction quotes. Depending on the project, we may use 3D planning to create visuals for you to “walk” through the space.
Phase three is when we started ordering product and how we get a sense of the completion date. Once we get confirmed time frames we can loosely schedule the reveal. If construction needs to happen, we work closely with the contractors to ensure they have all the information they need and they will also weigh in on timelines.
We do our best to align the arrivals of your order so it’s all ready for Installation Day! This is where the transformation really begins to unfold and the facelift starts happening! Once the contractors turn over your home to us or we receive the last of the decor pieces, we coordinate the moving and arranging of furniture, rugs, lighting, decor, and installation of window treatments so when it’s time for the grand reveal it’s in the dreamiest state!
Our favourite phase is the reveal. It’s time to officially re-introduce you to your home and showcase all the beautiful new features of the space. We greet you with a glass of Prosecco and watch you take it all in! It can be overwhelming to say the least, but in the best possible way.
We take pride in our work, and our desire is that the thought and effort behind each project are reflected in the outcome. We understand that every client has different needs and budgets so we take this into consideration and are in constant communication to ensure there are no unexpected surprises.
At the conclusion of the project we pass off any details you may need, so you are able to maintain the space as needed. All that’s left is to sit back and enjoy!
Contact us for your first phone call at 403-818-2283 or send us an email with the details.
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