Saturday, August 30, 2008

Budgeting for Interior Design


The Ringgit amount you budget for the interior design of your space is contingent upon your location, clientele, finish types,quality of materials used and the design details unique to your environment.Your designer will be able to help you with these details. We have provided a check list to get you started. However we do also suggest you read all of our topic on design.
Use this check list to determine if you accounted for most of your decorative needs. This check list is based on the hospitality industry including retail store design, restaurant design, nightclub design and hotel design but it can be altered for all types of Interior Design.

Flooring: ceramic tile, carpet, stained concrete slab, wood, linoleum, etc.
Wall covering: paint, wallpaper, faux finish, wainscoting, wood panel.
Ceiling: paint, moldings, tin ceiling, etc.
Lighting: task, decorative, etc.
Window treatments: blinds, curtains, shades, etc.
Bars: size, style, equipment, finishes
Furniture: barstools, tables, chairs**, lounge seating, etc.
Tabletop: centerpieces, tabletop accessories, etc.
Decorative accessories: artwork, mirrors, pictures, sculpture
Fixtures: display fixtures
New additions: new walls, conceptual architectural elements, etc.
Labor costs: The list above represents material costs. Don't forget labor
HVAC
Structural changes
Sound Systems
Accoustical considerations
Kitchen equipment
Flexible Nightclub lighting
Design Consulting Fees
Sprinkler Systems
This list is to help you get started. We recommend you consult with a professional. Interior Designers can help you save money by taking advantage of their planning, design and construction experience. Design is a business just like running a restaurant, nightclub or other hospitality organization. Entering into a renovation project without adequate knowledge can be very costly.

1 comment:

StephaniePumphrey said...

Much like having great outdoor furniture, a deck and patio would also add more functionality to your home apart from making it look better.

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