The duration of an interior design project can vary significantly depending on its scope, complexity, and the speed of client decisions and material availability. However, we can provide some general timelines to give you an idea:
- Design Consultations: A standalone design consultation, whether in-person or virtual, typically lasts 1-2 hours. You'll receive a summary of recommendations shortly after.
- Single Room Refresh/Redecoration (e.g., Living Room, Bedroom):
- Design Phase: This usually takes 2-4 weeks from concept development to final material and furniture selections.
- Procurement & Installation: Depending on lead times for custom items or furniture orders, this phase can range from 4-12 weeks. Overall, a single room project could be completed within 2-4 months.
- Multi-Room Redesign (e.g., Living Room, Kitchen & Dining Area):
- Design Phase: Expect 4-8 weeks for comprehensive design development, including detailed space planning and material specifications for multiple areas.
- Procurement & Installation: This phase can range from 8-20 weeks, heavily influenced by the complexity of custom elements (like kitchen joinery) and lead times for multiple items. A multi-room project might take 4-8 months in total.
- Whole Home Renovation or New Build Projects:
- Design Phase: This is the most extensive phase, requiring 8-16 weeks or more for in-depth planning, architectural coordination (if applicable), and detailed selections for an entire property.
- Procurement & Construction/Installation: This can be a lengthy process, often ranging from 6 months to over a year, depending on the extent of structural work, contractor schedules, and the number of custom items. A full home project could span 9 months to 1.5 years or even longer.
Factors that influence project timelines include:
- Client Decision-Making: Prompt feedback and approvals help keep the project on schedule.
- Availability of Materials/Furniture: Custom orders and international shipping can significantly extend lead times.
- Scope Changes: Additions or significant alterations to the initial project scope will naturally extend the timeline.
- Contractor Availability & Construction Timelines: If the project involves renovations or structural changes, the contractor's schedule and the duration of construction work will be a major factor.
- Permitting (if required): For extensive renovations or new builds, obtaining necessary planning permissions can add several months to the initial stages.
We will provide a more precise timeline estimate for your specific project during our initial consultation, once we have a clear understanding of your needs and the project's scope. We pride ourselves on clear communication and will keep you informed of progress and any potential delays throughout the process.
