FAQ

Thank you for your interest in learning more about Inspirato Interiors. 

Below is a list of frequently asked questions.

Please schedule a free discovery call if we have not answered your question, we would love the opportunity to talk with you about your design project.

Frequently Asked Questions

We offer customized upholstery, drapery, bedding, and finishes on case goods for clients on an individual bases and their space. Custom designs may cost the same as ready-made or a bit more however we select custom because it will provide the impact of the well-designed space our clients seek. We also love to incorporate your existing items as these treasures tell your story and make your space uniquely yours.

Once a custom order is placed and acknowledged by the vendor, orders cannot be cancelled. Manufacturers require extra time, special handling and skilled artisans to create custom pieces.
Some manufacturers will cancel stocked items however not all will accept cancellations. Those that do typically charge a restocking fee that ranges from 15% to 35% of order.

We determine how much you would like to be involved upfront and determine the scope of work at the onset. Clients are involved when we look for inspiration and make selections for your review. Once the foundation of the design and approvals have been made we fully manage the project for a smooth design process. You will be involved in making choices we have well researched and curated especially for you. We help guide you through recommendations to assist your choice when warranted for durability and maintenance of finishes.

The best time is at the very start even in the dream and vision stage. Working with an interior designer from the start assures your vision with your architect is fully realized for your home’s interiors. Details considered are for daily living, your design desires and type of furnishings.

Working with an interior designer along with a contractor provides ideas that the contractor may not have considered. We represent you and create plans, and present products and materials a contractor may not consider.

With new construction, working with your team of professionals is the best approach in making your house a home for you. Your dream home. Expert professionals in their field coming together for a well-designed plan is the ultimate formula. It saves time and money in the process by creating a smooth, well thought out plan to execute. Exciting!

Your project timeline is determined by the scope of the project. We work methodically and efficiently to move it along a quickly as possible. When rush service is requested, we will do our best to accommodate when available however rush services may result in higher design fees, product costs and administrative fees.

Our typical clients are professionals that enjoy life, entertaining and living their best life now. They value creative design and professionalism, expertise and working with a professional design team. Our clients value establishing a trusting relationship with their interior designer and have confidence in our representing them in our high-quality design work.

After our initial discovery phone conversation and we determine to move forward to the next step, a meeting in your home is set up to review the project in more detail. This initial meeting is designed to provide you with valuable and expert guidance to get the project off on the right track.

During this meeting we determine the scope of work and discuss your vision, lifestyle, needs, budget, timeframe, and answer questions to help guide your vision and the design process. We address what to expect; how we manage the process, your budget, and billing for product and services. During this meeting the design process takes birth.

Absolutely! We love using existing treasured pieces of our clients to further make your home or office yours and unique. 

We will share with you ideas or recommendations where the piece may be a better fit if needed for your overall beautiful design.

We are located in Cumming, Georgia and cover most of north Atlanta including Alpharetta, Milton, Suwanee, Roswell, Johns Creek, and Dawsonville. We are ever expanding our reach and if we are a good fit for each other we will work the logistics out.

During our initial in-home consultation we discuss a potential budget for an ideal design investment for the scope of work. A typical investment starting point for a room with full service starts around $35,000.

We will guide you through the process to determine an investment budget and work within that budget. In creating your ideal design, we may provide you with a potential option to be executed later, or if you choose to consider in the present design.

The first step is determining an ideal budget for the scope of work and your vision. Once an investment range is established, we will then provide a more detailed investment budget in the next design phase.

Design fees are determined by scope of work and uniqueness of the project. We present our design fee as a flat fee to help our clients budget and manage expectation, it takes the stress out of the process. This provides peace of mind of what to expect and reduces potential budget surprises.

Our business model is design, procure and manage to implementation. Project oversight is very important for a well-executed design and we remain involved throughout the project. We work with the general contractor to observe installation to verify installation and proper placement of materials and finishes.

Taking a design from good to fabulous is in the details. Attention to tile placement, moldings, trim, and cabinet placement and scale are essential for beautiful design.

Our design process is to source beautiful and unique materials and products for you and your home. These furnishings make your home unique with your style and personality.

Our business model includes purchasing furnishings some with very specific finishes and fabrics for a custom design you expect.

We work with trusted suppliers, vendors, artisans and trades to offer you the best service and pricing so we manage all aspects of the interior design including purchasing, logistics, inspection and storage to installation and styling. Our business model allows you to sit back while we handle the process.

At the design presentation meeting we provide you with a full budget breakdown for every piece of furniture you approve for purchasing. We order only after you approve, sign off and pay for the upfront required deposit.
Our working relationship is based on integrity and trust and we confidently work with transparency with your investment purchases.

We understand your desire to want to see or sit on pieces before ordering however because we are not a showroom and many pieces will be made to order this request cannot always be provided.

We do have relationships with quality trade vendors and learn about their products so we can specify what will be a good fit for you and the design. We understand specific needs in custom design to consider including depth, height, length, cushion type, and fabric to help you make the best decision.

All prosperous relationships are built on trust, respect, and communication. We start with these qualities as our foundation. We will answer your questions and explain our design process.

If we decide to pursue further potentially working together, we then schedule a meeting at your home to understand your lifestyle, how you like to live and feel in the space. It is very exciting to open up communication on your vision and desire.
At the conclusion of this meeting we hope to have established a foundation to work together.

Our business model is to offer you the best design and expertise every time. As an interior design provider, we offer creative design, procurement, and implementation for the best pricing to our clients.
For many your home is the largest investment you will make. A custom designed home increases value for future sales and more importantly for you and your loved ones. Investing in your home where you spend most of your quality time is a great investment for you and your wellbeing.
Yes, we will work with your contractor and subcontractor and assist in providing detail designs for their work. We represent you and it is our job to make the process with your trades as seamless and run as smoothly as possible.

We are excited to talk with you and hear about your project. Please reach out to us and we will schedule a discovery call to answer your questions and explain our design process.

After the call if we determine we may be a good fit we schedule a meeting at your home to see the scope of the project and answer more questions you may have of our process.

If you have photos or images you would like to share during this meeting we can review to help determine time and scope of your project.

If we decide to move forward we will review the next phases of the design to start the project!