How to Start a Home-Based Interior Design Business

. You can always offer

additional time as you feel is warranted, but start with a more strict policy so the client knows the parameters of the arrangement. Another way to make sure you do not waste your time is to let your customers know that if they buy the product from someone else after you have spent time with them, they are obligated to pay you a predetermined design fee

is very important to limit the time spent in the customer’s home with a prearranged agreement and charge a per-hour fee if the customer requires more time

consulting designer markets his or her design consulting services around creating an overall design plan for a single room or an entire home and then may or may not also sell the homeowners the products.

product-driven designer may choose to sell a specific line or lines of products (or antiques, for instance) as a way to gain entree into a client’s home and then also be able to provide additional design services as need arises

juggle many different vendors and product details while knowing when to bring in experts in areas you need help with