Design Consultations
Focused guidance on design decisions
Design Consultations offer focused, professional guidance for specific design questions or challenges. These sessions are designed for moments when you need clarity, confirmation, or expert perspective on a particular decision, without entering a full design engagement.
Our one-on-one consultations support informed choices within an existing project, space, or plan, helping you move forward with confidence.
Residential Consultations
Standard (60 min)
A focused session to help you make select design decisions for your home.
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Review of room layout or furniture arrangement
Feedback on paint colors, materials, or finish selections
Guidance on furnishing or styling choices for one to two rooms
Troubleshooting a specific design challenge
Second-opinion review before finalizing a decision
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One 60-minute consultation session
Professional feedback tailored to your defined topic
Verbal recommendations provided during the session
High-level guidance you can implement independently
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Priority Follow-Up Email -
A written recap of our session, including recommendationsConceptual Quick Sketch -
A loose sketch to reinforce layout or flow guidance discussed during your sessionShopping Direction -
Limited sourcing suggestions related to discussed itemsAdditional consultation sessions, as needed
Deep Dive (90 min)
A longer, in-depth session focused on resolving several interconnected design decisions throughout the home.
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Review of multiple design decisions throughout the home
Refinement of material, finish, and furnishing selections
Evaluation of layout options and spatial flow for multiple rooms
Guidance on coordinating adjacent spaces
Detailed troubleshooting of a complex design challenge
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One 90-minute consultation session
Expanded discussion and refinement of design decisions
Verbal recommendations addressing multiple related elements
High-level guidance you can implement independently
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Priority Follow-Up Email -
A written recap of our session, including recommendationsConceptual Quick Sketch -
A loose sketch to reinforce layout or flow guidance discussed during your sessionShopping Direction -
Limited sourcing suggestions related to discussed itemsAdditional consultation sessions, as needed
Commercial Design Consultation
90-120 Minutes
Focused guidance on specific design decisions within an active or upcoming commercial project. These sessions are designed to help business owners and teams navigate particular questions related to layout, finishes, or build-out details.
Consultations are practical and contained in scope. They provide professional perspective on defined issues, helping you and your team move forward with clarity as the project progresses.
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Reviewing a proposed layout for usability or circulation
Providing input on material, finish, or lighting selections
Offering feedback on design details before finalizing construction choices
Addressing spatial challenges within an existing commercial space or design plan
Answering design-related questions that arise during build-out
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A 90-120 minute consultation session (virtual or in person, as applicable)
Professional insight grounded in commercial design standards
Recommendations to inform next steps
A focused, decision-oriented discussion
A written recap of our session, including recommendations
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Conceptual Quick Sketch -
A loose sketch to reinforce layout or flow guidance discussed during your session.Enhanced Conceptual Quick Sketch -
A more detailed, thoughtfully annotated conceptual sketch that expands on the ideas discussed during your consultation. This is not a space plan or technical drawing; it’s a strategic visual guide that bridges conversation and next steps.Additional consultation sessions, as needed
Let’s Get Started.
Choose the consultation that best fits your needs, reserve your time, and I’ll walk you through your design questions, brainstorm solutions with you, and help you confidently make decisions.
FAQs
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Consultations are ideal for specific design decisions, such as layouts, material selections, furnishings, or troubleshooting a particular space or issue.
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Consultations focus on individual decisions within an existing project, while Directional Design establishes the overall framework and direction for a space before execution begins.
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Yes. Multiple related topics can be discussed, as long as they fit within the session timeframe.
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You’re welcome to share plans, photos, or inspiration ahead of time, but preparation is not required.
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No. Consultations mainly focus on verbal guidance and professional feedback rather than design documentation. However, we do offer quick sketches of varying detail as add-on services to our consultations.
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Consultations are intended for focused guidance on individual decisions and do not replace comprehensive design services.
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Both options may be available depending on location and scope. Details are confirmed prior to scheduling.
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Yes. Consultations can be helpful at any stage where design decisions are being made.
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Follow-up sessions can be scheduled if needed, or we can discuss whether another service is a better fit.