Should you hire a professional?
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When it comes to updating their living space, some homeowners enjoy doing the research and then planning, designing and decorating on their own. Many believe they will save a substantial amount of money. That may be true. But they may also be doing themselves a disservice by overlooking the benefits of hiring an interior designer and/or an interior decorator.
What’s the difference between the two? An interior designer creates and maximizes the functional living space. An interior decorator will furnish and adorn a home or room for aesthetic appeal.
While homeowners may seek inspiration from magazines and websites, designers and decorators know how to adapt those concepts to the available space. They can also ensure that their suggestions and recommendations are practical and attainable. They can take advantage of the latest products and systems available. In addition, they can offer the added benefit of applying rebates and discounts from manufacturers, importers and trade showrooms – which the average consumer simply can’t get. Those discounts may even help offset the cost of the professional fees.
But, perhaps the greatest benefit of hiring professionals is the peace of mind that comes from knowing they can save you a great deal of time, especially if you have too many ideas, or none at all.