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Webinar: How to read designer proposals

Brief information from the webinar
The presentation covers key topics such as engaging an interior designer, typical design services, proposal structures, compensation, legal considerations, project delivery methods, designer qualifications, and what constitutes a successful project outcome. It emphasizes the importance of understanding contracts, intellectual property rights, and the roles and responsibilities of involved parties to ensure successful project delivery.
Summary of topics
  • Engaging an interior designer
  • Overview of design services
  • Typical proposal structure
  • Compensation structure
  • The small print
  • Project delivery methods & designer role
  • Designer qualifications
  • What does success look like?
  • Let's get specific. . . Questions?
Engaging an interior designer
  • Accreditation matters:
Engaging Certified Interior Designer ensures adherence to safety and welfare standards, providing confidence in quality and compliance
  • Experience is key
In addition to certification, Industry related experience is paramount for the Interior Designer to bring value to the discussions with a long list of "not to do's" to focus the team on the important issues.
  • Typical project types
Contact an Interior Designer for Lobby Renovations, Corridor Renovations, Amenity spaces such as pools and change rooms, party rooms gyms and spas.
  • Engage early in the process
Timing is everything - start with the scope of work that a Designer can provide first! Effective planning, scheduling and execution maximizes project outcomes.
Overview of typical services for an interior designer
Compensation structure