An industry term that architects and designers know well—but may feel new to homeowners—Design Development deserves a clear explanation. After you complete existing conditions and finish schematic design, the next step is finalizing a plan, selecting a builder, and setting a budget. We enter design development, literally developing the design. We break it down 3 ways: by room, by product, and by budget.

I finally pulled together a much-needed FAQ page for my website. Sorting through the best questions took time, but I wanted to provide clear answers. Most FAQs cover how I work, my process, and my credentials. But a few stand out. Today, I’m diving into the three most common interior design questions, answered over the years and collected from web inquiries, friends, colleagues, and clients.