FAQs

FAQ's

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How do I prepare for my initial consultation with an interior designer?

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We recommend you prepare to answer general questions about the scope of your project, the purpose of your project, your budget, and your timeline for completion.

Of course, we’ll need to know about the environment you’d like us to create. One effective way to do this is by creating a visual reference folder, consisting of photos, words, colours, or textures that represent the styles, colours, and atmosphere you’re after.

If you can show us things that you find meaningful in a relevant way, it can help us understand what kind of design will fit your vision.

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Will you be able to fit my budget?

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It’s crucial to communicate about the budget you’re working with from an early stage. We will do everything we can to provide your dream space within the monetary constraints you set.

It’s important that you’re upfront about your budget from the beginning.  Once we know what kind of budget you have, we’ll work with you to maximise that money and bring you an excellent result.

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What if I don’t like the plan?

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DNA Design is all about effective communication. We encourage you to communicate with us every step of the way.

From our first meeting, we’ll work with you to ensure we’re on the same page. We want to know exactly what you’re looking for, and respond quickly to feedback to ensure we make the adjustments necessary to achieve your vision.

But with that said, sometimes it’s our job to push your boundaries. A night’s sleep to mull over a design can often result in a change of perspective.

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I already have furniture that I like. Will you make me start from scratch?

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Absolutely not!  We want to work around your vision, and if that includes some of your own furniture, we would be happy to incorporate it into your finished design.

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What’s the difference between an interior designer, an interior decorator, and an architect?

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An interior designer is qualified to draft and design new space plans, create lighting and electrical plans, and plan interior finishes.  The interior designer is educated on how humans interact with and behave inside a space, and they design the space accordingly.

An interior decorator focusses on dressing an interior with decorative elements that enhance the atmosphere of the space.

If your project involves constructing or changing load-bearing walls, or adding square meters to a space, then an architect may need to get involved in order to ensure the safety of anyone using the space.

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How can I get in contact?

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Call us on 0421 351 973, or email [email protected].