Interiors . design . soft furnishings . consultation

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Are you embarking on a new build or renovation, not sure where to begin.  Start by hiring Carmen from Collaborative Interiors at the start of the project.  Collaborative Interiors will liase with your builder and architect to ensure the plans spatially flow and function well.   Designers often pick up things that you might miss or that the architect or builder may not have thought of - a fresh pair of eyes  looking over the entire project.

Don't have a builder or trades, I can sort this out for you as I have a great working relationship with trusted builders and trades, we all work together to ensure your project is completed professionally, on time and to budget. 

Stage 1: Design Consultation

This service begins with a Design Consultation this will occur in your home and usually lasts bewteen 1.5 - 2 hours.  You can book this under "Book A service" cost of the inital design consult $500.

We have a lot to discuss....

In this meeting we will discuss the scope of work required, rooms to be renovated, this may include but may not be limited to:-

#  Kitchen design tailored specifically to you and your needs, furthermore I'll work with you to choose your appliances,

#  Bathroom/s design we will assist you in the bathroom layout, selecting tapware, vanities, incorporate a toilet, shower niche, bath tub, tiles, towel rail, mirror, toilet holder, hand towel holder, underfloor heating, ceiling heating, exhaust fans the list goes on.

#  Need storage, I can arrange bespoke custom joinery to take care of all those storage issues and don't forget about the all important laundry design. 

#  Bedroom/s design

#  Colour consultation for both the interior and exterior of your home 

#  Assistance chooisng  exterior building materials, windows, external doors,  internal doors, skirting boards, cornices

#  Flooring throughout

#  Lighting

#  Front and backyard basic design lay out and assistance with pool design, this may include pool copping selection, waterline tile, colour of the pool water, pool fencing, yard fencing, vergola and so much more....  

Use this meeting to bounce your ideas hopes and dreams of what you would like your new home to look like.   We will also discuss your overall budget for the project.

Have everything on hand when the builder needs it. A clear vision and cohesive interior scheme ensures the project looks great and is completed on time and within budget.

I will take notes and it is a good idea to show me some early images of the overall design feel look you are wishing to achieve for your new home.  Prior to this consultation you would have received via email our design questionaire, this will give me some insight into your style and your vision, this acts as a launch pad to begin designing your dream home!

Stage 2: Design Proposal

Once we have established the scope of works, I will go away and work on a design proposal based off our design consultation and present you via email with a fee proposal to complete the interior design aspect of the job. 

Please note - builders costs, draftsman, architectural, engineer reports, drawings, pool design and drawings,  landscaping and other external trades will incur seperate additional costs to the Interior design fee proposal.   Once the interior design fee proposal has been accepted we will then proceed to have all other trades / parties required to quote so you will end up with a complete transparent price to complete your project.

Stage 3:  Concept and development

This is where the fun begins!  Design Concept stage - lets colloborate together using those earlier images you would have showed me and many more to come up with a design brief and overall aesthetic you wish to achieve for your home.  I will take all this information and present you with a  mood board that acts as the launchpad for the overall design.

Once the design has been established we will commence  selecting the specific fittings, fixtures, paint colours, fabric, furniture and accessories required for your project.

Now that everything has been selected we will present you with a schedule of finishes, samples of materials to be used within the design, paint swatches, flooring samples  etc.. this will require your final sign off before we move into stage 4.

Stage 4: Implementation project manage the design

This stage is the execution phase of our design, those earlier material samples and colour swatches, now become reality as we work to build and construct your new home. We work with trades to manage the design process whilst also organising the ordering and delivery logistics of the scope of works required.  

If you have hired me to project manage the scope of works I am most comfortable using my own trusted trades to complete the job as I know the work will be completed to a high standard and within the time frame required to ensure the job is finished within budget and on schedule.

Stage 5:  You move in!

Are you dreaming of a new kitchen?  Have you outgrown your kitchen or find it does not function well for you and your family? Are you running out of storage space or wish you had a better kitchen lay out? A pantry to die for so that everything is organised and has a place.  

Collaborative Interiors can specifically tailor a custom designed kitchen for you and your needs, furthermore we will work with you to choose your appliances and may be able to offer you trade pricing on appliances usually only available to industry professionals.

Stage 1:  Kitchen Consultation

 This service begins with a Kitchen Design Consultation this will occur in your home and usually lasts bewteen 1-1.5 hours.  You can book this under " Book A service " cost of the inital design consult $250. 

 In this meeting we will discuss the scope of work required 

#  Is the kitchen to be relocated within the home, or will it remain in the existing footprint

#  Do any walls or windows need to be removed or added to ensure the kitchen functions at its best.

#  How will the flooring be affected by the new kitchen design?  Do we need to allow for new flooring

#  Is there scope to duct the rangehood outside or will it recirculate back into the room

#  Do you have room for a buttlers pantry / do you like buttlers pantries

#  Would you like to incorporate feature lighting

#  Does your kitchen need to function as a study space or incorporate a laundry?

These are just some of the things we will be discussing during the consultation

 I will take notes and it is a good idea to show me some early images of the overall kitchen design feel look you are wishing to achieve.

Stage 2:  Kitchen Design Proposal 

 Once we have established the scope of works required for your kitchen I will go away and work on a design proposal based off our design consultation and present you via email with a fee proposal to complete the interior design aspect of the job.   This includes liasing closely with a joiner, meeting with them on a number of occassions, showroom visits to select benchtop material, splashback etc..

We will also be able to give you an estimate on what the kitchen will cost to custom make for you, this cost will be determined by my joiner and is an estimate in this early stage.   Once the cabinet material, benchtop material, kitchen splashback, cabinet handles have been selected we can then lock in and confirm the price of the kitchen.  The final kitchen price usually is presented at the end of stage 3, once everything has been selected.

Stage 3:   Concept and development 

This is where we nut out the overall look and feel function of the kitchen, select the materials / colour for the cabinets, benchtop, splashback and work on the appliances to be incorporated within the overall design.  lighting and flooring is also determined at this stage. 

 Now that everything has been selected we will present you with kitchen plans showing all elevations and views a schedule of finishes, samples of materials to be used within the kitchen design and a final fee proposal for your new kitchen.

Stage 4:  Implementation project manage the kitchen design
 
This stage is the execution phase of our kitchen design, those earlier material samples and colour swatches, now become reality from demo day to new kitchen, as we work to build and construct your ultimate custom made kitchen!

Stage 5:  Start cooking!

Are you  tired of your daggy bathroom, are the tiles so bland you want to get out of there as quickly as possible?  Are you wishing you had more storage or a better functioning space that works for a busy household?   Are you embarrassed when guests pop over as they use the family bathroom that is neither functional or inviting?  If you answered yes to any or all of the above its time to employ Collaborative Interiors to custom design a new bathroom for you!

Let us transform your bathroom with a little imagination and our professionalism and expertise we can awaken even the smallest space into an extraordinary space.

Stage 1: Bathroom Consultation

 This service begins with a Bathroom Design Consultation this will occur in your home and usually lasts bewteen 1-1.5 hours.  You can book this under " Book A service " cost of the inital design consult $250.

  In this meeting we will discuss the scope of work required

#  Is the bathroom to remain in the same position or is there a possibility we can pinch some space from another room to create a larger bathroom.

#  Do any walls or windows need to be added or deleted to ensure the bathroom functions, ventilates at its best.

#  Do you have room for a stand alone bath, or are you interested in a shower room

# Do you have room for a double basin

# would you like built in storage, a shower niche to house those shampoo bottles  

#  Toilets have also become a lot sexier, with many options available, inwall cistern, back to wall cistern...black / white

#  Tap ware there are so many choices, I can help you navigate what's in, what will always be around and what will give your bathroom the wow factor!

# Tiles so many beautiful designs and textures to play with, we will certainly have fun selecting these.

# smaller details, towel rail, toilet holder, shower head

# Bathroom heating - so many options to discuss

 Stage 2:  Bathroom Design Proposal  

 Once we have established the scope of works required for your bathroom I will go away and work on a design proposal based off our design consultation and present you via email with a fee proposal to complete the interior design aspect of the job.   

There will be other trade fees that will be in addition to Collaborative Interiors bathroom design fee.  Once the finishes and fittings / fixtures have been locked in and selected a complete total price for the bathroom project can be made available.

 Stage 3:   Concept and development 

Always the fun stage, where we collaborate together to select the tiles, vanity, basin, taps, showerhead - all the bits and pieces that make up your stunning new bathroom design.

Once everything has been selected we can present you with a Conceptual Design Board to display your bathroom project on a cohesive level throughout and a final fee proposal for your new bathroom.

 Stage 4:  Implementation project manage the bathroom design 

 This stage is the execution phase of our bathroom design, those earlier material samples and colour swatches now become reality from demo day to new bathroom, as we work to build and construct your ultimate custom made bathroom! 

 Stage 5:  Shower like never before

 Thinking of painting and refreshing those interiors?  The quickest way to love your home again is to paint the interiors.  Your home will automatically feel fresh and rejuvinated.

The perfect colour scheme enhances your home's look and feel, as well as adding value.

Its not always easy to choose the right colour that works with your existing furnishings, flooring and design.  Or you may be building a new home or extensively renovating and need assistance selecting the right colours or shade of grey or white.

Contact Carmen from Collaborative Interiors with an amazing eye for colour and design, we will work with you to choose the prefect colour scheme that suits your personality and your home.  You can be completely confident you'll love your home's new colour scheme and know you've made an informed well thought out decision!

Stage 1: Interior Colour Consultation

 This service begins with an  Interior Colour Design Consultation this will occur in your home and usually lasts aprox 2 hours.  You can book this under " Book A service " cost of the inital design consult $495.

  In this meeting we will discuss the scope of work required

#  Rooms / areas to be painted

#  Is there any patching or repairs to walls, ceilings required

#  Will architraves, cornices, ceilings, skirting boards need to be painted.

# Fireplace surround require rejuvination 

# We can assist with lime washing or restaining floorboards too

 Stage 2:  Colour selection

 Once we have established the scope of works required I will go away and work on a schematic colour scheme design proposal based off our design consultation and present you with A4 sheets of the colours selected as well as a detailed paint schedule which can be presented to your painter for them to work off.   

Stage 3:  Implementation of the interior colour project

Are you time poor, busy juggling work, family and other commitments.   Tired of chasing trades only to find they no show.

Let Collaborative Interiors take away the headaches and hassle and project manage the execution phase of our colour consultation, from sourcing painters and obtaining quotes  to meeting with them onsite to ensure the job is completed as required and to a high quality standard.  

 **Project management fees and painters costs are in addition to the inital consult fee, to be quoted and determined by the size of the project** 

 Stage 5:  Marvel at your new fresh interiors!

New build or reno, or wishing to paint both the interior and exterior of your home?  Then choose the "Colour Bundle" package and save under Book A service 

$895 for 3 hrs.

 Thinking of painting and refreshing the Exterior or your home, or wanting to rejuvinate an outdoor area, fence, pool or entertainment zone?  

Embarking on a new build or renovation unsure what colour roof to choose with the exterior colour for the house, windows, garage roller door and driveway selection.  With so many elements to include and consider it can certainly be mind boggling.   That's where Collaborative Interiors comes to the rescue to ensure you make the right decision and love your new home. 

 Choose right the first time and save you time and money.  Street appeal is so important and can add value to your home.

This service is for you if 

# You lack the confidence to select colours and put them together

# Don't want to waste time and money selecting the wrong colour scheme

# Need a third party to navigate between you and your partner to ensure a schematic colour scheme is selected that works for all home owners.

Stage 1: Exterior Colour Consultation

 This service begins with an  Exterior Colour Design Consultation this will occur in your home and usually lasts aprox 2 hours.  You can book this under " Book A service " cost of the inital design consult $495.

  In this meeting we will discuss the scope of work required

#  All areas to be painted externally

#  Is there any patching or repairs to walls required

# Roof colour to be selected

# Colour selection for Window, guttering, garage doors

# Driveway colour / material that best compliments your home

# Front Door colour and front porch  colour tile / deck selection

# external fencing colour

# Pool surround 

# Outdoor entertaining space

 Stage 2:  Colour selection

  Once we have established the scope of works required I will go away and work on a schematic colour scheme design proposal based off our design consultation and present you with A4 sheets of the colours selected as well as a detailed paint schedule which can be presented to your painter for them to work off.  

Stage 3:  Implementation of the Exterior colour project

 This stage is the execution phase of our colour consultation if you choose I can project manage the job, from sourcing painters to meeting with them onsite to ensure the job is completed as required and to a high quality standard.  

 **Project management fees and painters costs are in addition to the inital consult fee, to be quoted and determined by the size of the project** 

 Stage 5:  Admire your new home and street appeal!

 New build or reno, or wishing to paint both the interior and exterior of your home?  Then choose the "Colour Bundle" package and save under Book A service 

$895 for 3 hrs. 

This is a terrific service where you can purchase Interior design hours and have me on call or in your home discussing all things design.

Embarking on a new build or renovation unsure of the floor plan think you could benefit from another professional eye looking over the plans. 

Do you find it difficult choosing the right artwork to finish of a room?

Or do you need assistance choosing a rug or need custom made cushions to give you the designer look.

Not sure what style of sofa would work in your living room.  Have a room within your home that you would like to restyle and not sure how to go about it...use Designer on call.

This service is for you if 

# You lack the confidence to put colours, textures, textiles together.

# Need assistance with selecting finishes

# Have an idea and know your style just need a professional to endorse your ideas and ensure everything will work.

# You will be self implementing your project but would benefit from Collaborative Interiors guidance and design expertise.

# Have a small project and need assistance on getting started and know where to go to source the trades and items.

# You May choose to gift someone a Designer on Call consult.

Before booking this service its best to call Carmen on 0431135574 or email info@collaborativeinteriors.com.au

to ensure "Designer on call" is the right package for you.

Stage 1: Designer On Call Consultation

 This service begins with a Designer On Call Design Consultation this will occur either over the phone or in your home and lasts for 2 hours.  You can book this under " Book A service " cost of the inital design consult $360.

  In this meeting we will discuss the scope of work required - your project.

# Discuss in depth your design vision, I can then guide you on how to achieve the look, where to source items, showrooms to visit

#  Ask as many questions as you need, be prepared with images and an overall look you envisage, this will be the launchpad to give me an idea of where you are heading on the design front.

Stage 2: What you will receieve

You should come away from this consult with a clear vision of where you are heading with your design.

I would have made suggestions on where to shop to source the items required.

Offer you inside trade contacts for you to folllow up and implement your project.

The confidence to move forward knowing you've had an interior design professional vito your ideas and leave you with a solid plan to execute the design.

Additional service can be added

# Digital Moodboard per room $200

# Clickable shoppable links list itemizing the product, artwork, light fitting etc..

emailed to you after the consult (additional research required on my end, not something that can be provided on the spot) $200-$950 depends on the scope of the project and items to be sourced.

If additional design hours are required an hourly rate of $180 will be applied or a fixed design fee can be applied once the scope of work is determined in full.  In this case a design proposal will be put together advising you of the design fee.