We began our lovefest with all things Cathy Kincaid Interiors HERE, and it continues in this discussion of traditional design with a timeless classic look. The beautiful photo gallery will reveal what is possible when you partner with a professional designer. But can you manage a project on your own? We’ll consider how the process is eased with help. In its purest essence, timeless interior design aims to create a space that doesn’t simply look elegant or ageless, but feels welcoming and established. This approach to design is successful and attractive because it stands the test of time. Rather than concern itself with trends, the focus remains on refinement, sophistication, and soulfulness.
Photos: Cathy Kincaid Interiors; See More Work: @cathykincaidinteriors
Timeless Classic Look & Cathy Kincaid Inspiration
With plenty of “shop this room” posts on the blog, sometimes just the idea pf reducing things to a mood board feels shallow and irrelevant. Let’s get real. Houston-based Cathy Kincaid Interiors creates set apart classic look designs for discerning clients, and we aren’t going to give her a run for the money. Hahahaha.
Does hiring a professional designer ensure you’ll love the results? We’ll discuss.
The Pros for Hiring a Pro
When it’s a classic look of tradition you want and budget allows, hiring an interior designer is a smart investment. Professionals bring a unique set of skills and experience to capture your vision and execute the many details.
If you’re a creative dynamo who already has a vision and the confidence to bring it to life, should you hire yourself? Maybe.
Bear in mind though that it’s not simply about possessing good taste. Plenty of aspects of the design process are eased with a professional designer at the helm.
Education, Experience & Expertise With Classic Look Details
Interior designers understand design principles, color theory, spatial arrangements, and architectural details that may eclipse your bag of tricks. Proportion, scale, and flow, and a host of other details matter.
Space Planning
It’s so important to utilize your space well, and an interior designer will guide you to optimization. Sometimes that involves analysis of a room’s layout.
Industry Knowledge
Unless you are immersed in the design industry daily, your wheelhouse may not be current with materials, finishes, and technologies for your project. Collaboration with a designer helps you secure the best products, solutions, and trades for beautiful results.
Bespoke Work
Customization is key, yes? Designers work with you to achieve a custom plan tailor-made to your unique needs and preferences. Sometimes a piece of furniture called for in the design won’t exist in the scale or style required. Perhaps built-ins or a hand-painted mural are on the list. Resources for such bespoke items may be more accessible via designers who routinely rely upon them.
Will DIY Save You Money?
Most of us have budgetary parameters. Because of a designer’s breadth of experience and resources, they can be especially wise about managing the budget.
They may be able to help you avoid costly mistakes if there is renovation and construction involved and will know where to look for bargains.
Are You Up for Juggling the Project’s Moving Parts?
If you have taken on a room’s redesign, then you know. Project coordination is no joke. There’s a contractor, trades, suppliers, and vendors. There is a continual need for coordination with so many moving pieces. As someone who built a large house once upon a time, I can tell you it’s a tall order. If you can pay someone else to coordinate? Do it!
Access to Resources
An interior designer’s network is integral to their practice. It will likely involve furniture showrooms, fabric suppliers, craftspeople, painters, or electricians, and many more resources. Not all of these resources are accessible to consumers.
Color Stories & Material Curation
Interior designers have an in-depth understanding of color palettes, textures, and materials. They can curate selections that harmonize with each other and create a cohesive and visually pleasing atmosphere.
Visualization & Attention to Detail
Unless you have specialized training in 3D renderings, you probably lack the avenues of visualization available to a designer. Whether it is a mood board, floor plan, or virtual design tool, you’ll be able to enjoy a representation of the design concept.
Additionally, interior designers can visualize the finished design because of their wealth of experience. It is difficult to put a price on such design confidence and reassurance if you’re the type who can’t easily see potential. Also, don’t underestimate the value of an interior designer’s keen eye for detail. Seeing is everything! From lighting to hardware choices to fabric trims to window dressings, all of it matters and should be carefully addressed with care.
Troubleshooting
There are going to be snags. Solving problems is just a part of the process, and hiring a designer will help you since you’ll have a partner with valuable expertise to guide you and overcome unexpected challenges.
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Peace to you right where you are.
-michele
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