Where I’d Spend My Money | Hardware
It’s possible that you never considered all the types of selections that designers can manage for clients. One area that can, at times, receive too little attention in a new build or full renovation is architectural and decorative hardware. Often the selections of door handles or knobs are left to the last minute and when this happens, an opportunity to add an additional level of beauty and luxury to your permanent structure has been lost.
Where I’d Spend My Money | Lighting
I have a love affair with lighting. In another life or possibly a future career I’m also a lighting designer. There are some lighting fixtures that even make my heart race and I can’t explain the reason for this. I think it’s just that beauty excites me.
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Where I’d Spend My Money | Intro
One of the first things I ask my clients during the Programming (Information Gathering) Phase is what types of items do you like to invest in? Even if you have a very generous sum you are willing to spend on a renovation or furnishings project, undoubtedly there are things you value more than others. For some, decorative lighting or hardware is a “splurge” they love to make. Other clients want to invest in custom upholstery with a frame built to last over 20 years that can be recovered for a lifetime. These choices and preferences are so personal and unique to each person—as a designer, I would never presume that your priorities are similar to mine.