What to Expect at Your First Consultation

Before the Call

You don't need to prepare anything formal, but having these on hand helps us make the most of our time:

• Inspiration images: Pinterest boards, magazine clippings, screenshots

• Budget range: even a rough "under $50K" or "around $150K" helps

• Timeline goals: when you'd like to start construction

What We Cover in 90 Minutes

Your vision (30 min): We'll discuss what you want to achieve, how you use the space now, and what's not working. We focus on your goals and their priority, not just your wishlist.

Feasibility check (30 min): We'll walk through your space to identify key constraints and make an initial determination of what's realistic given your home's structure, local codes, and budget. If something won't work, you'll know now, not after spending $10K on plans. We also include LiDAR scanning to generate a 3D model to build your new design from.

Design Concepts (20 min): We'll sketch layout approaches that align your goals with the constraints we found, and discuss the pros, cons, and rough cost implications of each. This is where most clients have their "aha" moment.

Next steps (15 min): If you want to proceed, we'll outline the conceptual design scope and timeline, and confirm final pricing based on your square footage and key design considerations. We generally offer a discounted package when you sign up at the end of your consultation, since your project is fresh in our minds and easier to start on right away. Many clients take up to a week to decide.

What You Take Away From the Consultation

Even if you don't proceed with concept design, you'll receive a comprehensive field report that includes:

• A full list of your goals, ranked by priority based on our conversation. Refer back to it at each design decision to make sure you're making the biggest impact on your space.

• Rough cost expectations for each constraint in your project to help identify costly implications in your project, making it easier for contractors to estimate your project the right way the first time.

• A drawing of your existing layout identifying key constraints and how they may tie back to your goals. Each constraint also flags where you may need a specialist's opinion, such as an HVAC technician, structural engineer, or electrician.

• A detailed summary of what we believe your next steps should be, even if it doesn't involve our services. If your project is clear enough to hire a contractor immediately, only touches finishes suited for an interior designer, or needs a traditional architecture firm to bring your vision to life, we will guide you to the best person for the job.

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