FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I charge $75.00 an hour for basic design services. If a client wants me to purchase items for them I charge cost ( wholesale prices apply in most cases) plus 15%. I generally am able to purchase most items at a greatly discounted price, so I end up saving my clients considerably, usually about 25% less then what they would pay a retailer.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I generally discuss budget to determine what can be done to provide the most design impact for the allocated funds. This is a good time to discuss options and suggestions that might be more impactful for the overall look. Also, I look at ways to stretch budgets to accomplish as much as possible with the dollars I have to work with. I then develop a proposal for the project so the client has a better idea how far their money will carry them. Setting realistic expectations is important. I generally work off of a retainer. This gets the project started. I draw down on the retainer for expenses, product, services like upholstery or ordering of furniture, art and accessories.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been in the design business for 35 years. I have done everything from construction consulting to casino projects. Restaurants were my specialty for many years. I wanted to do something different so I started flipping houses as well as staging for realtors both here and in Los Angeles. I have also focused on remodeling private homes. As of recent, I have been specializing in updating some of the tired Tuscan homes in Las Vegas. Many of these houses need to be lightened and brightened for a fresh, more current look.