Whether you're tackling a new build, a small renovation, or simply styling a space, guidance from an experienced interior designer can significantly help the design process.

Here are some reasons why hiring a professional is a wise choice:

1. Time & stress management

Tackling any design job is not only stressful, but requires extensive planning and careful consideration. With our experience and established trade relationships, we execute plans efficiently and help you identify realistic goals to stay on track.

Our organized project phases ensure that we prioritize decisions appropriately and execute each step at the right time, guiding your project to successful completion.

We understand the design phases:

Programming
- Client Consultation: Gather client information, identify style preferences & understand project goals.
- Site Analysis: Collect project details, including existing conditions, measurements & photographs.
- Project Scope & Planning: Understand the scope of work, and prepare a detailed schedule and budget.
- Code Compliance: Review & understand any applicable code requirements.
- Project Deliverables: Define specific project deliverables and milestones.
- Client Approval: Obtain client sign-off on the project plan & follow up with clients on design objectives.
Schematic Design
- Concept Application: Apply programming information to initial design concepts, aligning with client goals.
- Layout & Material Consideration: Explore general layouts & material options to fit the design vision.
- Preliminary Space Planning: Conduct preliminary space planning to optimize functionality and aesthetics.
- Refinement: Refine the budget, scope & design concepts based on preliminary findings.
- Client Approval: Obtain client sign-off on the concept for further development.
Design Development
- Refinement & Detailing: Refine design solutions & develop detailed plans based on the chosen concept.
- Floor Plan Development: Create & finalize the floor plan, optimizing spatial arrangements.
- Material & Fixture Selection: Refine selections for materials, fixtures, appliances & equipment to align with the design intent.
- Client Approval: Obtain client sign-off on all selections & details before proceeding with the final stages of the project.
Construction Documentation
- Document Preparation: Compile comprehensive 2D & 3D documents necessary for contractors to bid on the project & obtain building permits.
- Technical Drawing Finalization: Finalize technical drawing packages, including detailed specifications such as lighting plans, door schedules & window schedules.
- Client Approval: Obtain client sign-off on all finalized documents & specifications before commencing construction.
Construction Administration
- Bidding & Permitting: Manage bidding process with contractors & handle necessary permits for construction.
- Procurement: Order materials, fixtures, appliances, hardware, window treatments & furniture according to project specifications.
- Construction: Coordinate contractors working on-site to ensure adherence to design plans & timelines.
- Installation Oversight: Conduct on-site walkthroughs & oversee key installations to ensure quality & alignment with design intent. This is where we will make final decisions on exact locations of specific clients needs.
- Client Communication: Maintain regular communication with the client throughout the construction & installation phases to provide updates & address any concerns.

2. Save Money

As professionals, we understand project schedules and their relationship to budgets, ensuring your project stays on track. We anticipate opportunities to optimize costs and maximize your budget for the greatest impact.

With our trade knowledge, connections, and experience, we foresee financial considerations that might otherwise be overlooked, thereby preventing unnecessary headaches and ensuring a smooth project execution.

3. problem solvers

At the heart of our approach is blending functionality seamlessly with aesthetics. By listening attentively and deeply understanding both client needs and project specifics, our designers enhance your vision realistically. With a myriad of decisions and design challenges, our skilled team navigates through complexities to craft impactful solutions.

Whether you're contemplating a colour refresh or a comprehensive space planning exercise, our designers are trained to uncover potential issues or unforeseen situations that are often overlooked.

Wearing multiple hats, we coordinate all stakeholders involved in a design project—from tradespeople and architects to clients, suppliers, and contractors. Our aim is to streamline the design process and minimize any disruptions, ensuring a smooth and efficient journey from concept to completion.

4. Expertise & vision

Visualizing how everything will come together can be a challenge. Using advanced 3D software, renderings, and presentations, designers assist clients in visualizing spaces complete with furniture, colours and layouts.

With access to the latest finishes, we present suitable materials, including samples tailored to your project. We help prioritize your vision and streamline unnecessary elements. Our goal is to leverage our expertise to maximize your design vision.

5. Variety of services

At First Impression Designs, we offer a full range of residential and commercial interior design services including:

New Builds & Custom Homes
- Concept development
- Space planning to accommodate for specific needs & storage solutions
- Specifications of all interior materials & fixtures
- Custom millwork drawings & elevations
- Exterior renderings & finishes plan
- Full working drawing package
Residential Renovations
- Space planning from your current home to achieve the best functionality & storage solutions
- Any additions to the existing building
- Specifications of all interior materials & fixtures
- Permit drawing package
- Custom millwork drawings & elevations
- Full working drawing package
Small Commercial
- Concept development
- Incorporation of brand elements
- Space planning efficient work spaces
- Specifications of commercial grade finishes & fixtures
- Permit drawing package
- Custom millwork drawings & elevations
- Full working drawing package
3D Renderings
Colour Consultations
Furnishings

Our mission is to create "Interiors that Inspire" while ensuring a smooth process. We understand that taking on a project of any size can feel daunting so it is our job to create professionally designed spaces that work for all of our clients wants and needs.

Do you have a project you've been dreaming of but aren't sure where to start? Visit our contact page to discover how we can assist you!

Happy Thursday!