Picture this: You’ve finally got the dream home design sorted. You’ve worked with an architect, building designer, or draftsman, and the plans look chef’s kiss perfect. You’re all set, right? Well… not quite. Because here’s the thing—interior design is often not included in that process. Shocking, I know. But before you start spiraling into a panic about what shade of greige your kitchen splashback should be (not that I’d ever be ok with greige TBH), let’s break down why this matters and how an interior designer can save your sanity (and your builder’s blood pressure).
Why Should You Care?
Your architect or designer has given you a beautiful shell, but what about the inside? You know, the actual place you’ll be living in. This is where an interior designer comes in. We handle the nitty-gritty details like joinery design, material and colour selections, and lighting plans—all those things that make a house feel intentional rather than a mishmash of last-minute choices.
Builders are excellent at constructing what’s in the plans, but without a clear vision for the interiors, you might find yourself making snap decisions on-site—usually under time pressure, possibly in a state of emotional distress, and definitely with the builder side-eyeing you as you panic-Google "timeless tile choices."
The Magic of a Good Construction Document Set
Imagine this: Your builder, calm and collected, nodding along as he reviews a comprehensive set of interior design documents. No frantic calls to you asking which way the tiles should run. No last-minute debates over tapware. No awkward pauses when someone asks, "Wait…where’s the power point going?"
A detailed construction document set means everything is decided before the first tradie steps foot on-site. It’s like giving your builder a foolproof recipe instead of just tossing ingredients at them and hoping for the best. It also means you don’t end up with unexpected surprises, like realising too late that your dream pendant lights look like UFOs in the space.
A Budget-Friendly Approach (No, Really)
Here’s a little-known fact: indecision and last-minute changes are expensive. Every tweak you make once the build is underway? That’s extra time, extra labour, and extra costs…and at worst a do-over of already roughed-in cabling and plumbing. And let’s be honest—most builders aren’t super thrilled when you suddenly decide the entire bathroom needs to be re-tiled because "the vibe is off."
Having a solid interior design plan upfront means fewer costly mistakes, fewer delays, and way less stress. Basically, it’s like doing your homework before the big test instead of winging it and hoping for the best. (Not that I ever did that… okay, maybe sometimes.)
So, What’s the Takeaway?
If you’re building or renovating and haven’t factored in your local interior designer, now’s the time to do it. We help you distill all your ideas into a clear, actionable plan that doesn’t leave your builder weeping into his coffee. We make sure everything—joinery, lighting, materials, colours—works together seamlessly, so you don’t have to rely on crossed fingers and wishful thinking.
So go forth, build wisely, and remember: A good interior design plan is the difference between a Pinterest-perfect home and one that looks like it was put together in a blindfolded rush at Bunnings. Choose wisely, my friends.
Happy designing!
Dave xx