The Solution

An easy way to go about this challenge is to let the client take his/her time browsing online sites such as Pinterest or Houzz that provide suggestions for interiors. If a client’s choices are too vast and varied, focus on what he/she dislikes, to narrow down options. Show your client how to incorporate items they love into the overall layout of a room, even if it goes slightly off the routine path. It is after all their living space.

A simple way to deal with the challenge of interior design cost is to balance the budget out. If a client wants a great sofa, coffee table, and drapes, you could cut costs on the drapes by getting them made instead of buying designer ones. Many interior designers have their source markets in China, from where they get reasonably priced, good quality furnishing.

As far as possible try to accommodate a little of everyone’s tastes, even if it means stepping outside a certain pattern. Keep your focus on the budget; a friendly tip- using budget as an explanation tool will make things easier for you.