"You're too expensive": How to handle pricing objections from design clients Here’s what to say when a design client raises pricing objections.
The Art of Pricing: Why Some Interior Designers Charge $5,000 and Others $50,000 (for the same work!) Why does one interior designer charge $5,000 in fees for a project while another can ask $50,000 for the same work? In the design industry a variety of factors influence...
Time is Money: Things Designers Should Be Charging For As an interior designer, your creativity and expertise are your most valuable assets. However, to ensure that your business thrives, it's crucial to recognise the importance of valuing your time...
Business models to avoid as a designer (and what to do instead) In this post I share some business models that many interior designers are tempted to pursue but normally end up being hard to run, risky and not particularly profitable. After...
Improve your first impression with design clients Whether we like it or not, first impressions count. In this post I share why your image and branding, the trust and confidence you exude, your understanding of client aspirations...
What people don't tell you about working as a designer Working as an interior designer is VERY stressful and not as glamorous as it might seem! There’s also a lot of risk and pressure involved with design work, that many...
