The time has finally come to build the home of your dreams. How exciting!

You’ve secured a custom home builder, so the first step is covered.

But is someone missing?

Based on our experience (and feedback from our clients), it pays to have an interior designer on the team.

Here’s why.

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1. They Result in Less Headaches

Building a custom home is exciting, but with so many decisions to make, it can quickly become overwhelming. A reputable custom home builder should have relatively smooth processes in place, but an interior designer can further streamline things to save you—the homeowner—time and stress. It’s a designer’s job to help you make decisions faster by giving you a few great options that fit your style and budget to save you from getting lost in a sea of choice. They take care of the small details to make sure everything in your home looks good together, so you don’t have to worry about missing anything important.

One of the biggest bonuses of having an interior designer on your custom home builder team is that they’re able to ease your common worries. Building a home comes with a lot of unknowns. Designers know how to manage stressful issues and keep things on track to make the whole process smoother and more enjoyable for you.

2. They Help You Visualize Ahead of Time

A challenge in building a custom home is turning your ideas into reality. Bringing a designer in early to the project means your ideas are translated into detailed plans that your builder can follow way in advance. This ensures that every aspect of your vision is captured and can be clearly communicated and executed. It also gives you an opportunity to spot things you don’t love and make adjustments before construction starts.

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3. They Come with a Network of Pre-Vetted Vendors

Why spend countless hours researching and vetting suppliers when you don’t have to? One of the biggest advantages of hiring an interior designer is their network of trusted vendors. A trusted custom home builder will likely have their own connections, but they may not cover as wide of a net (budget materials, local professionals, etc).

Working with an interior designer means you get access to their Rolodex of established, high-quality vendors, from painters to furniture makers. You can trust these recommendations because they’ve already been proven reliable and skilled in their work.

Plus, designers often have access to trade discounts, which can help you stay within budget while still getting top-notch materials. Bonus!

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4. They Act as the Liaison

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could just sit back, relax, and watch your dream home get built while someone else has all the tough conversations? That’s a mega benefit to having a designer onboard.

Designers speak the language. They know all the industry jargon, meaning that they are able to easily verbalize your vision and specifications to the custom home builder. They know the right questions to ask and can translate your ideas into actionable plans that the builder can follow.

Throughout the building process, designers will also typically monitor progress to make sure that the construction aligns with the design plans. This way, discrepancies are caught early, preventing potential issues and costly mistakes down the road. If changes do need to be made during construction, a designer handles the communication and coordination.

5. They Bring Experience & Knowledge

At the end of the day, an experienced interior designer brings added expertise and insight to your custom home build. They know the latest trends and styles. They can add modern, functional touches that make your home look great and work well for your lifestyle. They know how to use colour, space, and lighting to make your home feel inviting. Their expertise ensures every part of your home fits together nicely.

A Dream Home Needs a Dream Team!

Building your dream home is a big deal!

And having the right help makes it much easier and more enjoyable.

Though a trusted custom home builder will have their own process, having a designer on board will further simplify things by saving you time, helping you visualize, and bringing pre-vetted vendor relationships to the table.

In other words, your custom home builder is the hot fudge sundae. Your designer is the cherry on top.

Looking to have a trusted, professional interior designer join your custom home build project? Contact MMID today!