Interior Design Consulting

Interior design consulting is a lighter-weight alternative to full-service interior design. Instead of managing entire renovation projects, consultants offer focused design advice: color palette selection, furniture layout planning, fixture and finish recommendations, and shopping lists. A 2-hour consultation costs $200-500, and virtual consultations have expanded the market beyond your local area.

The demand comes from homeowners who want professional guidance but cannot afford (or do not need) a full-service designer charging $150-300/hour for complete project management. A design consultant fills that gap — expert advice at an accessible price point. The most common engagements are new home furnishing plans, single-room makeovers, and renovation design direction.

The virtual model has been transformative. Clients send photos and measurements, you create a design plan with mood boards, product links, and layout recommendations, and deliver it as a PDF or Canva presentation. A virtual design package ($300-1,000) takes 3-5 hours to create and can be delivered to clients anywhere in the country. No travel required, no project management headaches, just pure design expertise monetized efficiently.