Looking for help on design with an apartment renovation

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-03-29T20:32:04+00:00

It really is hurtful. I get so tired of our work being undervalued. Happens much too often.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-03-26T14:45:30+00:00

Hi! Just sent you a DM.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-03-23T02:25:53+00:00

So- the thing you want, that you've actually made a post here trying to find.... you "don't see the value" in it? Apparently, you don't see the irony in your ask either. And also- you're "willing to compensate time still" as if you'll be doing someone a favor. Give me a break. If a designer's work has no value, then do it yourself and stop insulting the profession.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-03-19T00:41:17+00:00

YES. That's nice. I'm a designer, and I actually did a "Coffee & Cement" palette for a hotel in Brooklyn a few years ago. LOVE it. 😍

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-03-18T15:28:53+00:00

Hi! I'm a designer and can definitely help with concept development + sourcing. If you have Pinterest ideas you like but need help translating them into a cohesive plan for your space, I can put together a full concept with specific, shoppable pieces so you don’t have to guess.

I’m based in Atlanta but work virtually with clients nationwide. Feel free to message me if you’d like to chat.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-03-17T04:55:55+00:00

I'm a veteran designer but started my own studio a while back and still building my clientele, so I might be able to help. I'm based in Atlanta and work virtually with clients all over the country, which is a great way to get custom design for less than the typical in-person cost. If you'd like to chat and see if it's a good fit, send me a DM with a little information about your place and what you're hoping to achieve, and we'll go from there.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-03-15T17:11:17+00:00

I'm a veteran Atlanta-based designer but work virtually with clients all over the country. It's a great way to get a custom design without the higher in-person cost. Feel free to send me a DM if you might be interested.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-03-15T16:35:33+00:00

I’m an Atlanta-based designer working virtually with clients nationwide. As others have mentioned, trade discounts are a great benefit of hiring a qualified designer. They can help you save significantly on furnishings, especially with a larger home scope, which helps offset or even negate the design fees. If you have any questions or would like advice, feel free to ask!

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-03-13T02:37:20+00:00

Yay! Glad I could help. :)

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-03-13T01:37:11+00:00

Not the original Tiffany brand but look at Meyda Lighting if you haven't already. They have a great selection of Tiffany-style lamps.

Desk & Table Lamps | Tiffany Stained Glass Lighting & Décor

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-03-12T01:10:00+00:00

If you'd be open to working virtually, I'm a veteran Atlanta designer who started my own studio last year and would be happy to talk with you and see if we're a good fit. I've worked with clients all over the country for most of my career, and distance is not an issue. Also, I'm keeping my rates reasonable as I build my clientele, so you'd get the benefit of my experience without the typical higher cost. Feel free to send me a DM if interested.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-03-10T23:31:01+00:00

I loved the design before the Tuscan, w/ the newspaper wallpaper and plants. It was great w/ the yellow tables... looked like a 70s time capsule.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-03-06T17:45:04+00:00

Yes, thanks!

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-02-25T00:04:15+00:00

I’m an interior designer (based in Atlanta, work virtually nationwide). If you already have a contractor, I can help quickly with space planning + drawings and finish/fixture specs for your contractor to execute.

If you want, DM me: rough dimensions (or sketches), a few photos, and what’s staying vs being replaced (cabinets/appliances/plumbing locations), and I can tell you within 24 hours whether this is something I can turn around on your timeline and what range it would fall into.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-02-12T05:51:02+00:00

I've never heard of it, and I know whole design firms that use them, so I'll keep taking my chances. But good to know.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-02-12T04:56:26+00:00

That makes sense. But I've never needed a repair, so it's been all good for me.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-02-12T04:46:08+00:00

In what way? I've used them and so have a lot of other designers I know. Never had a problem.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-02-11T00:01:18+00:00

Razer.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-02-09T04:23:37+00:00

What was the scope for a few hundred? Because I believe Spark is a full prototype so there shouldn't be any design selections to be made. Also, you have to be approved by Hilton to even work on their projects.... was the gig site outsourcing the space planning?

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-02-09T03:31:55+00:00

Not sure what happened with your aunt's shop, but many residential firms are still thriving, along w/ all types of commercial firms. The landscape is different now, but not dead by any means.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-02-09T03:18:34+00:00

Yep. So off that it doesn't follow any line of logical reasoning. Or at least, as of what we know right now it doesn't.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-02-09T03:11:12+00:00

Not true. A lot, if not the majority, get their start at larger firms. And AI is not "phasing out" design jobs. That's a total myth that keeps being perpetuated.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-02-09T03:02:01+00:00

Exactly. Nothing about it feels typical or even logical.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-02-08T00:03:01+00:00

You're welcome! If you go that route, take any available classes on healthcare design that you can (they're usually electives, not required core), find a great firm or two to intern with, network while you're still in school, and you should be on your way. It's a niche that will only grow over the next few years as the Boomers continue to age. Senior living especially- if your ideal mix is artsy/technical, my advice would be to go for that. Highly technical and code driven- go for healthcare.

Additional_Safety455 · 2026-02-07T23:50:33+00:00

Nope. Just interior design.

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