Having worked in this industry for 25 years now, I’ve seen all sorts of things get said and thought about Interior Designers and Interior Design. Interestingly, when I first started my career, it wasn’t that common to work with an Interior Designer. 

Working in a small architecture practice in my early 20s, I found we did the Interior Design on all our projects. I learnt that, as an architect, I had to think about, understand and design ALL the components of any project … from the big, chunky, 50m decisions, through to the small, detailed, and intricate 5mm ones too. 

And it was really interesting to see my early experience was all about the importance of these 50m and 5mm decisions having a relationship to each other in order for a building (whether a large public project or an individual home) to hang together as a holistic experience and project.

As I chatted to Frances about assumptions and myths, we could see how easy it is for a homeowner to get caught out. So listen in to learn more about fee structures, why briefing your Interior Designer early can be so important, and the assumptions you might be mistaken about.

I hope you enjoy our conversation. Listen to the episode now.

INTERIOR DESIGN 101

Would you like to simplify your choices, and have total clarity and confidence that your interior design will help create your beautiful, functional, feel-good home?

Interior Design 101 is a self-study, DIY program. It contains the full version of all interviews from the podcast, plus extra content specifically created for Interior Design 101. 

In this full interview featured inside Interior Design 101, we discuss more myths … one especially being an assumption that many homeowners have that all Interior Designers understand construction and building codes.

There are experienced Interior Designers out there who understand how buildings get put together, but I’ve also had far too many scary conversations with Interior Designers, Decorators and Stylists who’ve been advising homeowners on construction and building decisions, and seriously jeopardising the homeowner and themselves in the process. 

It can be super risky when your Interior Designer doesn’t understand building codes and standards, so we talk more about this area … as well as the animosity we see in the industry, and how to create collaboration and trust within your team overall.

You’ll also find full transcripts, videos, checklists, guides and so much good stuff to support you in the Interior Design of your renovation, new home or smaller project. 

Interior Design 101 has been designed to help you gain clarity and confidence in all those selections and decisions you need to make for the finishes, fixtures, colours, materials and items you’ll be living with every day. 

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST:

Learn more about the online program, Interior Design 101 >>> www.interiordesign101.com.au

For other links mentioned on this podcast, head to www.undercoverarchitect.com/podcast-id101-top-myths-interior-designers

 

Having worked in this industry for 25 years now, I&rsquo;ve seen all sorts of things get said and thought about Interior Designers and Interior Design. Interestingly, when I first started my career, it wasn&rsquo;t that common to work with an Interior Designer.&nbsp;
Working in a small architecture practice in my early 20s, I found we did the Interior Design on all our projects. I learnt that, as an architect, I had to think about, understand and design ALL the components of any project &hellip; from the big, chunky, 50m decisions, through to the small, detailed, and intricate 5mm ones too.&nbsp;
And it was really interesting to see my early experience was all about the importance of these 50m and 5mm decisions having a relationship to each other in order for a building (whether a large public project or an individual home) to hang together as a holistic experience and project.
As I chatted to Frances about assumptions and myths, we could see how easy it is for a homeowner to get caught out. So listen in to learn more about fee structures, why briefing your Interior Designer early can be so important, and the assumptions you might be mistaken about.
I hope you enjoy our conversation. Listen to the episode now.
INTERIOR DESIGN 101
Would you like to simplify your choices, and have total clarity and confidence that your interior design will help create your beautiful, functional, feel-good home?
Interior Design 101 is a self-study, DIY program. It contains the full version of all interviews from the podcast, plus extra content specifically created for Interior Design 101.&nbsp;
In this full interview featured inside Interior Design 101, we discuss more myths &hellip; one especially being an assumption that many homeowners have that all Interior Designers understand construction and building codes.
There are experienced Interior Designers out there who understand how buildings get put together, but I&rsquo;ve also had far too many scary conversations with Interior Designers, Decorators and Stylists who&rsquo;ve been advising homeowners on construction and building decisions, and seriously jeopardising the homeowner and themselves in the process.&nbsp;
It can be super risky when your Interior Designer doesn&rsquo;t understand building codes and standards, so we talk more about this area &hellip; as well as the animosity we see in the industry, and how to create collaboration and trust within your team overall.
You&rsquo;ll also find full transcripts, videos, checklists, guides and so much good stuff to support you in the Interior Design of your renovation, new home or smaller project.&nbsp;
Interior Design 101 has been designed to help you gain clarity and confidence in all those selections and decisions you need to make for the finishes, fixtures, colours, materials and items you&rsquo;ll be living with every day.&nbsp;
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST:
Learn more about the online program, Interior Design 101 &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="http://www.interiordesign101.com.au">www.interiordesign101.com.au</a>
For other links mentioned on this podcast, head to <a href="http://www.undercoverarchitect.com/podcast-id101-top-myths-interior-designers">www.undercoverarchitect.com/podcast-id101-top-myths-interior-designers</a>
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If we haven’t met before, I’m Amelia Lee, the architect behind Undercover Architect: an online business to help and teach homeowners like you how to get it right when designing, building and renovating your home.

Undercover Architect is all about giving you access to the industry knowledge and insights you need to avoid the mistakes and dramas that can cost you thousands, tens of thousands and even hundreds of thousands of dollars. And it’s about levelling the playing field, so that the world of renovating and building doesn’t seem so mysterious, and you can be the active driver in your project, navigating it with know-how and confidence.

Undercover Architect helps and teaches homeowners through this podcast, the website, and online courses and programs, including my flagship program, HOME Method. I truly believe that when you know the questions to ask, the steps to take and the best way to create a home that works, feels great, and that you feel great in, you can enjoy the process of building and renovating, as well as the home you move into at the end of this ambitious journey.

Consider Undercover Architect your secret ally: whoever you’re working with, and whatever your location, your budget or your dreams. For more, head to www.undercoverarchitect.com

If we haven’t met before, I’m Amelia Lee, the architect behind Undercover Architect: an online business to help and teach homeowners like you how to get it right when designing, building and renovating your home.
Undercover Architect is all about giving you access to the industry knowledge and insights you need to avoid the mistakes and dramas that can cost you thousands, tens of thousands and even hundreds of thousands of dollars. And it’s about levelling the playing field, so that the world of renovating and building doesn’t seem so mysterious, and you can be the active driver in your project, navigating it with know-how and confidence.
Undercover Architect helps and teaches homeowners through this podcast, the website, and online courses and programs, including my flagship program, HOME Method. I truly believe that when you know the questions to ask, the steps to take and the best way to create a home that works, feels great, and that you feel great in, you can enjoy the process of building and renovating, as well as the home you move into at the end of this ambitious journey.
Consider Undercover Architect your secret ally: whoever you’re working with, and whatever your location, your budget or your dreams. For more, head to www.undercoverarchitect.com

Get It Right with Undercover Architect

Learn about some of the top myths perpetuated about Interior Designers and Interior Design. These are myths not only talked about by homeowners - they also exist in the design industry as well. Listen to the episode now.

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