How We Work
Here, the process is as considered as the design itself.
Services
Based in Southwest Washington with services available to clients nationwide.
Whole Home New Construction or Renovation
For the lot you’re ready to build on or the older home you want to make entirely your own. We will guide the design from ground up through final install. Furnishings can be included or handled separately.
Partial Renovation
A smaller space within the home (often a kitchen or a bathroom) that is ready for a total makeover which may include updating the layout, finishes, and fixtures throughout the space. Furnishings can be included or handled separately.
Furnishings and Styling Only
For spaces that are ready for a finishing touch face lift which may include new furniture, window coverings, art, decor, paint, and wallpaper.
Getting Started
aka “The Pre-Commitment Phase”
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Submit an inquiry
Fill out the inquiry form with a few details about your project. It takes about two minutes and helps me understand what you're hoping for before we connect.
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Discovery Call
If your project is a good fit for our firm, I'll reach out to schedule a short call. This is a chance for us to get a feel for each other and make sure we're aligned before continuing to move forward.
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Meet and Greet
If we both agree to move forward, we'll schedule an onsite visit (or video walkthrough for virtual clients) so I can see the space firsthand and gather everything needed to put together a custom scope of work proposal.
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Project Proposal
I'll send over a detailed scope of work tailored to your project. Once you've reviewed, signed, and we're officially a team, the fun begins!
The Design Process
Where the fun really begins…
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Onboarding
We start things off with a project kickoff meeting, field measurements, and a deep dive into your design preferences, lifestyle, and goals. This is where we establish the vision that guides everything to follow.
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Schematic Design
Early concepts start to take shape. I'll develop mood boards, explore floor plan options, and begin laying out furnishing plans (where applicable). This phase is about direction, not detail.
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Design Development
With the concept approved, we move into full design. This includes all finish and fixture selections, furniture, accessories, and/or window coverings - everything needed to bring the complete vision to life!
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Ordering and Tracking
Once the design is approved, we manage procurement from start to finish (orders, lead times, and deliveries) keeping you informed with important updates. Your contractor or builder may share in this role depending on the project.
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Design Execution and Project Management
Our team creates a construction binder that becomes the primary source of truth throughout the build. We work closely alongside your general contractor to make sure every detail is executed exactly as designed.
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Final Install and Styling
The moment it all comes together. After a deep clean, our team oversees furniture installation, window treatment hanging, and art placement, leaving you with a finished, styled space ready to live in.
Let’s Get Started
The first step in creating your dream home is to gather the early information I need to determine if your project is a good fit for my firm.
Testimonials
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"I couldn't be happier with the experience of selecting furniture with Emily. Even working together remotely, she gave more time attention to our home than any other local designer we've worked with before.
Charlotte & Warren, Los Angeles, CA
Virtual Home Furnishing -
Emily is a true professional with a heart of gold. Her eye for detail (especially with color and flow) transformed our ideas into something better than we dreamed.
Mark & Lee, Mossyrock, WA
Interior Design, New Home Build -
Emily helped us create a family home that is both beautiful and our own. She is efficient, organized, and has an innate sense of creativity and talent for design.
Taylor & Jeanne, Vancouver, WA
Interior Design, Large-Scale Renovation
These are the most frequently asked questions by my clients:
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You’re in the right place! Whether you have been dreaming about this project for years and have a Pinterest board filled with inspiration or you simply know you need an update but have no ideas, we start with a quick 15 minute call to discuss your needs, my services, and determine if we are a good fit for working together. If the answer is Yes, the next step is our 1-2 hour in-person or virtual consultation. Book your 15 minute chat here.
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During the initial free introductory call we will have an opportunity to discuss design fees. Once we determine that your project is a good fit for the services I am able to offer, we will then schedule our official “Meet & Greet” where I will gather all of the details required to share an accurate estimate for your project.
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My favorite thing about working directly with clients is having an opportunity to interpret their vision of a beautiful home and finding the colors, textures, and materials to support that vision coming to life. I like to honor accessibility and usability in design while simultaneously making choices that will elevate the space. I have an affinity for bringing elements of the outdoors in–often choosing surfaces and pieces that have a hint of natural, organic, or artistically crafted character.