How to Prepare for a Meeting with an Interior Designer — and Make It Easy

Meeting with an interior designer is not just about renovations or furniture. It's about you. Your life, habits, dreams. It's about creating a space where you can relax, work, grow, love.

Many people feel apprehensive about this first meeting. They think they need a clear vision, knowledge of styles, ready-made decisions. But in reality — no. Your story, your "I want," and even your "I don't know, but definitely not like that" — are already a good start. We've gathered the essentials to help you come not in tension, but with interest and a sense that you will be heard.

1. Decide if You're Ready to Collaborate

This question is the first thing to consider. And the right answer doesn't always sound like "yes." Sometimes you're still just thinking about renovations, looking at apartments, or simply feeling like "it's time for a change." And that's also preparation.

Meeting with a designer can help put everything in place: what can be done, within what limits, and what the next steps are. So don't be afraid to come "not fully prepared" — it's better to come than to wait and lose yourself in thoughts.

2. Visual Preferences — Even If You Don't Know How to Label Them

Often, people are embarrassed that they can't distinguish Scandinavian from minimalism or don't know what "Japandi" means. In reality, this is not necessary at all.

All you need to do is preserve what you like. Photos of a cozy living room, the color of tiles in a hotel, a friend's kitchen that's just "wow" — all of this works. A designer can identify common threads: colors, textures, emotions.

Tip: Create a folder or Pinterest board. Even 10 images will give the designer more than long explanations in words.

3. Imagine Your Day in This Space — But Leave Room for Professionalism

Think: how do you wake up? What do you see first? Where do you place your coffee when you go to the closet? Where do you sit with your laptop or a book in the evening? These imaginary scenes are invaluable. They help understand your rhythm, your habits.

But here's the important "but": it's during the meeting that we can say, "Yes, this is a good idea, but here's why it might be inconvenient in real life." For example, due to the direction of light, the depth of furniture, logistics of movement. This is the essence of working with a designer — to preserve your wishes but make them comfortable and ergonomic. So the dialogue is not just "yes/no," but "what if we do it like this — it will be even better?"

4. Planning Is Not a Sketch on a Napkin

Constructive dialogue begins when there are clear data. If you have plans from the builder or technical measurements — that's great. If not — we can help organize measurement work.

Exact dimensions are not bureaucracy but a foundation. Without them, we risk creating an idea that "won't fit" in reality. And from the very beginning, it's important for us to think within the space you have.

5. Discussing Budget Openly — It's Not a Limitation but a Compass

Sometimes clients come with the idea of "dreaming of an interior like on Pinterest." And that's great! You should dream. But it's very important from the start to understand: reality is not a burden but a guide. We won't create an interior in the style of Kelly Wearstler with an IKEA budget — and there's no shame in that. It's just an honest starting point.

When we understand your budget, we immediately know which materials to work with, which furniture to look at, which technical solutions are possible. This clarity saves your time and money.

6. Write Down Everything That Worries You

Don't hesitate to come with questions. How much time will the project take? What if I change my mind? How do you manage construction? What if the craftsmen have their own ideas?

It's better to discuss these things at the beginning. Because when there is transparency, there is peace of mind. And we're here to ensure that the whole process is not stressful but a pleasant, controlled movement towards the result.

And most importantly: don't be afraid to be yourself

The best projects are born not from a perfect brief but from a lively dialogue. You can come with vague ideas, doubts, or even "I don't know anything yet" — and that's absolutely normal. We'll help structure, suggest what's best, and prevent mistakes.

A meeting with a designer is not an exam. It's the first step in creating a space where you'll live, relax, and experience moments. And it's important to us that this step is easy for you.