Design Process

Design Phases Overview

No project is the same and therefore each client and situation will require adjustments as needed, but below is a general guideline for the design process. 

Phase 1

Discovery Call

Tell me about your project and what you hope to achieve. This complimentary step helps us get to know each other, understand priorities, and make sure we’re a good fit together.

Phase 2

Site Visit & Programming

As a designer, I am trained to see things differently. Let’s walk the space together and dive into more detail so I can get a full picture of the project and make sure any design suggestions are fully considered with adjacent spaces in mind.

Phase 3

Moodboards & Design Direction

Once I have a better understanding of a project’s goals - both functionally and stylistically - I will put together a mood board and floor plan of initial ideas to make sure we are aligned and excited about the design direction including the style and color palette.

Phase 4

Design Refinement & Selections

From here, I begin making more specific selections and design recommendations per the project needs. This is where the design really starts to come together! This is also where coordination with the contractor or any tradesmen and sales reps begins to ramp up.

Phase 5

Ordering & Coordination

This last phase is where we starting ordering specific items, fine tuning a timeline and finalize any work to be done and delivery and installation of product.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Most design services are charged hourly, but I do provide a proposal following a walk-through consultation so there are no huge surprises. If the scope shifts however, this can affect the initial proposal.

  • Timelines depend on the package type and can range anywhere from two weeks for concept designs to several months for full design projects with larger scopes.

  • Yes, I do provide administrative support in the Full Design package.

  • No, you do not. In fact, all work done with a contractor or trade professional is not included in my contract and will need to be contracted separately and directly with the vendor.

    I do have tradespeople I can recommend upon request, however you are not obligated to use them and Maple Projects is not liable for their work. This is detailed further in the contract.

  • Yes, I do have trade accounts at many retailers and to-the-trade vendors. I do charge a mark-up on goods and clients typically still get a slight discount from the MSRP. Rates vary and more information is provided in the contract.

  • Being able to walk a site in person is very important to the success of a project, so I prefer to work in the Denver metro area and Front Range, however I have worked on projects across the country, so it is not a requirement!