While some people like to do all home decorating themselves, others have learned that there are often benefits to enlisting the help of a professional. Interior designers can help you make the most of your space, take full advantage of natural light and architectural details and help you make choices that will fit both your taste and your lifestyle.
If you’ve never used the services of an interior designer, the process of selecting one can be a little daunting. Not everyone who considers themselves a professional designer actually is one. Professionals should have some kind of certification, either from a national organization or a state group. Check that all certifications claimed by the designer are current.
Also, it’s always a good idea to check with the Better Business Bureau before hiring any design professionals. An unscrupulous “designer” is likely to have multiple complaints, but you won’t know that if you don’t check.
Here are some more tips to help you choose a designer that will give your home a look that you can live with.
1. Check the Book
As you are interviewing potential designers, pay close attention to their portfolios. By seeing examples of past work, you will be able to get a feel for their style and see whether it is a good match for yours. Browsing through the portfolios is also a good way to see if the designer has tackled projects similar to the one you need completed.
