5 Reasons to Invest in Interior Design
Some people might think of interior design as merely picking out throw pillows, however, this is very far from the truth. While Interior design can indeed include picking out throw pillows, it covers such a broad spectrum of design, including residential interiors, healthcare facilities, sustainable design, and commercial design for any kind of building interior that you can imagine. If you think about it, interior design is everywhere - from main living and working spaces, to airplane interiors to movie sets, the way a space is designed and decorated sets it’s tone. When thinking about if you should invest in design services, maybe start with these two questions:
What tone are you trying to set for the space you are designing? Is this something you feel you can do completely on your own?
What are your goals for the space you are designing? How would it best function? Is this something you could create on your own?
For both of these questions, chances are you may not feel like you can confidently accomplish creating your ultimate dream space from start to finish completely on your own. That’s where we come in! While we realize that incorporating professional interior design into your own home is not always cheap. Professional interior design truly is an investment. So, you may be wondering now, why should you invest in interior design?
1: It Can Actually Save You Money
While it may seem costly at first, investing in interior design is actually more cost effective in the long run. Why? Well, for starters, it's important to remember that interior designers have a degree that has a clear understanding of basic codes and protocols that the average person typically does not know about construction design. This is helpful during the new construction or reconstruction phase of any design project! Because of this, you will be able to invest your money wisely and avoid unnecessary expenses or sloppy jobs that will cause more issues in the long run.
2: Avoid Fast Fashion Trends
When it comes to home decor, a lot of people tend to gravitate towards DIY projects and purchasing the cheapest decor options for their home. As a result, you can end up spending more money on multiple cheap pieces, or rather, investing one in a high quality piece of furniture and a design that is timeless + will last for years to come.
3: Higher Return Investment
One important thing to consider with interior design is the fact that proper investment into your home’s aesthetics will increase the value of your home, oftentimes creating a profit higher than your initial investment into the design project. However, if design isn’t properly done and installed, then it can potentially decrease the value of your home or at least turn off potential buyers due to hazards or other various issues that can occur.
4: Home of Your Dreams
Have you ever looked at a social media post, Pinterest board, or magazine and wished your home looked like the beautiful picture before you? Most people have, and yet most people never get the chance to have the home of their dreams because they think of it like an unattainable fantasy. However, like any dream, having a “Pinterest worthy” home is actually a lot more attainable than one might think. While the initial price is most people’s deterrent from investing in interior design, as we said above, it’s actually more cost effective in the grand scheme of things. Who would want to live in a mediocre home for the price of several slightly smaller investments over time when you could have the home of your dreams for a one time slightly larger investment? Remember, there’s no set in stone cost for every home makeover. In some cases you can still utilize a professional designer for the same cost. With help from an interior designer, your home can have the “wow” factor that you’ve always dreamed of! At Cossart Design, our team will make your home feel better than a “Pinterest worthy” home — we’ll help make it a home designed specifically for you, and something you can be proud of.
5: Saves You Time
Let’s be honest, how many times have you said you were gonna start a certain project and just never really got around to it or it ended up taking exponentially longer than you thought it would? We’re all guilty of it to an extent, and that’s okay! We’re all very busy people, and with our time being divided between our families, pets, jobs, and various activities and hobbies, it can be really hard to find enough time for projects, especially something as big as remodeling your home. In many cases, what could’ve been a short, few month process can turn into a project that surpasses several years and still may never reach completion, which, once again, ends up costing you more. An interior designer is there to help you with this issue so that you can have your dream home completed in a timely manner and carry on with your life without needing to stress.
Ultimately when it comes to designing your home, you should do whatever makes you feel the most comfortable. However, stepping outside of your comfort zone can also be really beneficial in terms of designing your home. With help from our team here at Cossart, you can achieve the home of your dreams. Interior design is an investment that is truly worth every penny. Let’s get started!