What does an Interior Designer actually do? - Podcast Show Notes S4 E4

What does an Interior Designer actually do? In our latest podcast episode, Deirdre and I discuss this in detail, from that initial phone call or email from a prospective client, right through to finishing a project on site.

Of course different designers work in different ways....and we cover that too. It’s all about finding the right person or company to suit your requirements.

I’ve popped some of the questions we discuss below….Hope you enjoy!

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Some of the questions I answer in this episode of The DnA of Home Interiors:

  • How and when did I become an interior designer?

  • What is the difference between interior designer and interior decorator?

  • Do you need a qualification to call yourself an interior designer?

  • What should I be looking for in choosing an interior designer?

  • How soon should I start contacting a designer?

  • How long does a project take?

  • Should I only contact interior designers who have a portfolio similar in style to what I like?

  • Are there times an interior designer might say no to a client enquiry?

  • What is the first step in the process of working with an interior designer?

  • What order would layout drawings, material and furniture decisions happen?

  • Where might conflicts arise during the interior design process?

  • How is the budget worked out?

  • Who actually purchases the furniture, fixtures and accessories?

  • If the interior designer is managing the project on site, how does that usually work?


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About The DnA of Home Interiors Podcast

The DnA of Home Interiors Podcast is created and hosted by Deirdre Mc Gettrick and Audrey Whelan. Their goal is to empower people to make confident interior design decisions for their home and demystify the interior design process.

Deirdre is founder of ufurnish.com (the website to search all furniture retailers in one place) and Audrey is founder of Audrey Whelan Interior Design, audreywhelan.com. They met on Instagram in 2019 and discovered they shared a passion for helping people create their dream homes and from there, The DnA of Home Interiors Podcast was born.

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Season 4 of The DnA of Home Interiors Podcast is proudly sponsored by www.checkatrade.com