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An interior designer plans how a space looks and works. That can include layout, colours, finishes, lighting, furniture and fittings. Ask what the designer will produce for you, for example a plan, a mood board, a materials list or a shopping list, and which of those are part of the price.

The two terms overlap and the rules differ by state. Designers often plan layouts and specify finishes, while decorators often focus on furnishings and styling. Ask the business what services it offers and who does each part, rather than relying on the title.

It depends on the state, and sometimes the city. Some states regulate the title or the work and others do not. Ask the designer whether any licence or registration applies to your project and check the number with the licensing board. On Pros Around, Licence verified means we matched the number to the board's record on the date shown.

Designers charge in different ways, so ask how this one does. Get the scope, the deliverables, who pays for furniture and materials, whether the designer adds a markup, and what happens if you change your mind midway. Put it in a written agreement before you pay a deposit.

Bring photos of the space, rough measurements, pictures of styles you like, and a note of what you will not change. Say your budget openly, because it shapes what the designer proposes. Ask to see past projects that look like yours.

The price depends on the size and difficulty of the job. Some pros publish a starting price on their listing. Ask two or three for a written quote that says what is included, and compare the scope as well as the price.

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