Good to know
Questions, answered.
Everything clients usually want to know before we begin.
Before you begin
Common questions.
Budgets, timelines, sourcing, and what virtual design actually looks like in practice.
General
How do I create a floor plan if I do not have one?
You can follow the instructions in the Floor Plan & Room Photo Guide (PDF).
What if I'm on a budget? Do you have minimums?
No project is too small, there are zero minimums!
What is the average budget?
It all depends on the vendor and how much you are replacing. To fully furnish (furniture and decor) a budget-friendly room I would budget between $5 to $8k, for mid-range $8 to $15k and high-end $15k+. These of course are estimates and depend on the exact room type.
- Budget-friendly
- IKEA, Walmart, Target, Amazon, Wayfair, etc.
- Mid-range
- West Elm, Crate & Barrel, Anthropologie, Article, Four Hands, etc.
- High-end
- Design Within Reach, Visual Comfort, 1st Dibs, Restoration Hardware, Jonathan Adler, etc.
Can you design beyond your own style, or is it all about what you like?
Absolutely! Whether you’re into neutral, calming vibes or bold, statement-making spaces, I’ll design it to match your style and make it feel 100% you.
What if I am not happy with the final design?
Both packages include a defined refinement round to fine-tune the design, with an additional round included in The Cinematic Room.
Do you do commercial projects?
Absolutely, as long as there are no structural changes! I’m all about designing stylish personal offices and waiting rooms. They’re some of my favorite spaces to transform!
Who would make a great virtual design client?
- You're comfortable communicating virtually through email, video calls, or phone calls.
- You enjoy hands-on projects and can manage your own project & timeline. You decide when you want to install and purchase your items.
- You want stylish improvements but might feel limited by a budget. You seek affordable yet impactful solutions.
- You have a busy lifestyle and you prefer quick, efficient solutions.
- You get overwhelmed by choices and options and you seek guidance in making design decisions that feel authentic to your style.
- You can provide an accurate floorplan with dimensions and photos.
- You're comfortable hiring and managing contractors, movers, painters or any other third party necessary to install the design.
Packages
What's the difference between Studio Edit and Cinematic Room?
Studio Edit is a complete room design. Cinematic Room includes that same complete design plus a cinematic walkthrough, a lighting and atmosphere plan, a sensory experience guide, a living-in-the-room guide, an extra refinement round and a custom room soundtrack.
Is Studio Edit less complete?
No. Both packages deliver a fully designed room. Cinematic Room expands how you experience and refine it.
What is the Sensory Experience Guide?
Room-specific recommendations for acoustics, scent, tactile experience and atmosphere, based on how you actually use the space.
What is the Living-in-the-Room Guide?
Practical recommendations for how the space adapts to different routines, times of day and activities.
What is the Cinematic walkthrough?
A custom motion visualization of your finished design. It is intended to help you experience the room spatially before implementation, not to serve as architectural or construction documentation.
Do you provide construction drawings?
No. Neither package includes architectural or construction drawings, they cover furniture layout, styling and photorealistic visualization. Some past projects, such as custom built-ins or Murphy bed installations shown in the portfolio, included technical elevations, but that scope is arranged separately from the standard packages.
What if I don't like the soundtrack?
Adjustments to the soundtrack are covered by The Cinematic Room’s included refinement round.
Do I own the soundtrack?
No, the license stays with rbkh design.
Design Process
What if I don't know what my style is or can't articulate it for you?
That is not a problem! This is what the Client Questionnaire is for. You can send me images you like or a Pinterest board. We will figure it out!
What if I already have a large item like a sofa. Can you design around it?
Yes!
I need the design faster than two weeks? Can you expedite the process?
Let’s talk! We may be able to expedite the process depending on availability and project scope. Reach out, and we’ll see how we can accommodate your timeline.
Can you find me a contractor and manage them?
Unfortunately, no. I can’t give contractor referrals since I’m not familiar with your local options. But I’d definitely recommend checking out online reviews and getting references before choosing. With e-design, you’re in charge of the execution, it’s the more affordable route because you get to implement the design on your own timeline!
Sourcing
Do you handle the sourcing of furnishings yourself?
I handle all the legwork for you by sourcing everything you need and putting together a killer shopping list that includes purchase instructions, quantities, links, everything you need to make it super easy!
Can I shop around for the best price for an item or replace it with an item I like better?
Feel free to shop around and do whatever you’d like with your final design, but I always try to find the best price available for you.
What if a product you have recommended is no longer available?
If this happens within 30 days of getting the shopping list, I’ll find an alternative for you. But, if I’ve sourced sale items to fit your budget, I can’t guarantee a replacement will be available. Definitely snag those sale pieces first!
Still wondering?
Ask me directly.
If your question is not answered here, write to me at rebekah@rbkh-design.com, no form, no obligation, and it comes straight to me.