12 Questions to Ask an Interior Designer Before You Hire
A first meeting is the best time to understand how a studio works. These questions help you compare fairly.
About scope and process
Ask these to understand what you are buying.
- What exactly does the design fee include?
- Do you also carry out the work on site?
- Who will manage my project day to day?
- How often will I see progress?
About money
Clarity here prevents most disputes.
- How is the quote structured and what is excluded?
- How are payments staged?
- How are changes priced after approval?
About materials and quality
Details decide how a space ages.
- Can I see samples and similar finished work?
- Which brands or specifications do you propose?
- What is covered if something fails after handover?
About working together
Practicalities matter too.
- How do you handle housing-society or landlord rules?
- What do you need from me, and by when?
- Can I speak to a past client?
Questions
Can I ask DOTR these questions?
Yes. Raise them through the contact page or at the first meeting.
Should the answers be in writing?
Yes. Scope, payments and inclusions should be in the written proposal or contract.