Welcome to the DVWI process
Not sure where to start or what working with an interior designer actually looks like? Our process gives you a clear path from the first ideas to the finished space—helping you make confident decisions, stay organized, and enjoy the project along the way.
Phase 1
Discovery
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Click on the Start Your Project button and simply fill out the Client Questionnaire. This information helps us get to know both you and your project.
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During an initial 20-minute phone consultation we will discuss broad project details.
If we’re a good partner fit for you and your project we will set up an in-home consultation for further discussion and measurements. We will discuss issues or concerns with the current layout, your wish list, budget, and more.
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After an in-home consultation and/or measurements, we will put together our proposal. We’ll outline a plan tailored to your needs, encompassing creative concepts, project scope, and transparent cost estimates.
* This is the ideal time to research, meet, & consult with potential remodelers, contractors or builders.
Phase 2
Design
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We will work on the layout, establishing what elements you desire including, and arranging elements to optimize functionality. We will start implementing suggested materials and fixtures.
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We will have meetings both at home and at local vendors and fabricators to make selections for your project.
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The design plan is an important moment in the project process where creative concepts are finalized in detailed plans.
We will build off this final design plan for the steps that follow.
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Purchase orders are invoices for purchasing and procurement of the selections needed to start construction.
Often remodelers and builders require selections to be “in-hand” before work starts.
Construction
Phase 3
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Procurement encompasses communicating with suppliers, organizing lead times, ordering, receiving, inspecting items, problem solving, storage, and any additional transportation needed of the selections.
This stage ensures an organized and efficient process that aligns with the installation timeline.
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Skilled professionals bring the envisioned design to life.
During this phase, the installers and designers work together on problem solving any installation discrepancies.
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Toward the end of construction and installation, your skilled trades professionals will set up the punch list process when the time comes for it.
This time is used to itemize and address minor defects, incomplete tasks, or necessary corrections before project closing.
Generally, it is not limited to one day or time. Your contractor will give you a timeline and preferred method for organizing and documenting your punch list.
Phase 4
Closing
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After Punch List items are addressed and the project is closed out with your contractor I will schedule a day for staging and photography at your completed project.
Ideally, this time will be scheduled for a day when the homeowner is not using the space or at home for ease in set-up and tear-down.
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A personalized package of warranties, specifications documents, before and after photos, and marketing materials.