Have you ever purchased a piece of furniture you were certain would look great with your decor, only to find that it didn’t look right once it was placed in your space? This happens all the time. Even if the color and style of the piece look great with the existing decor, oftentimes, furniture or new pieces look off or awkward because the scale and/or measurements weren’t taken into consideration.
When it comes to placing furniture into a space, size and scale are the most critical factors. While it might be fun to stop in a furniture store and purchase an entire room’s worth of furniture, odds are it won’t look as it did on the showroom floor because the size and scale of your space is different from the showroom.
Most people don’t realize the calculations and “rules” that interior designers use when planning a space. There are standards for drapery, coffee table height, furniture spacing and even artwork placement. Designers use these standards and calculations to ensure a space not only maximizes function, but is pleasing to the eye. At VDI, we offer various services and packages that help clients purchase furniture that looks best in their space, the most comprehensive being our Color, Finishes and Furnishings package. With this package, we assist clients with the purchasing of furniture in addition to color and finishing materials such as flooring and counters. My clients also love that I pass along my trade discounts to them…more on that below.
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When planning for furniture, I consider size, scale, and my client’s budget to come up with multiple items that would work in a space. Then, I present the list to the client for selection. Once items are selected, I order the furniture and furnishings for my clients, passing along my trade discounts. As a professional, I receive great discounts from multiple places, including Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware, Crate & Barrel, Serena and Lilly, Wayfair, All Modern, Dot & Bo and many more. I’m happy to pass along my trade discounts to my clients when I’m hired for furnishing services.
To learn more about how I can help you choose and order furniture for your space, contact me.