The Designer
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HOW
AN INTERIOR DESIGN BEGINS
I
start by being the compassionate listener; I find out what ideas
my clients have. What are their budget needs? I assess the architectural
plans and make sure I understand how they will be utilizing their
spaces. I put on my psychologist hat and decipher their combined
desires. Hopefully they have gathered some pictures and samples
of what thrills them - so I can marry their visions as a greater
than the sum of the parts, a WHOLE!
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then contemplate their ideas. I find my ideas roll in and I eventually
come up with a "vision" for their project. I share
this with them through drawings of floor plans, elevations, and
photos. I put together items to acquire a full color scheme,
this includes paint, fabrics, tile, textures, furniture, light
fixtures, and everything that exemplifies what I have in mind. |
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I
pick from many of the 90 percent of the available goods that
the public never sees. The majority of my sources are behind
closed doors at the design centers. Interior designers have access
to what the best trade centers have to offer. Being able to see
what their finished product will look like in my mind and having
a great color sense - this is my greatest gift to the client
- knowledge of available goods.
Notice
the hand painting in this vanity's sink. |
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Together,
the client and I pour over this array of possibilities and come
to a mutually enticing look. This is where the work really begins
- specifying surfaces, tiles, wall textures & coverings,
floor coverings, plumbing selections, appliances. By drawing
detailed elevations and floor plan details for the architect
& builder, by researching details for every item to be purchased
and then ordering, my clients can rest assured. What I show them
will be what they get. I arrange and follow up on construction
progress and material deliveries and finally set up the design
in the living space. |
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I
do not overlook ideas that coordinate outside landscaping themes.
I utilize and arrange client accessories and art work. I suggest
clients plan for plenty of room for buying plants & accessories.
Together, these pieces pull the entire look together. For the
best outcome every detail that goes in the home should be thought
out ahead of time.
Eclectic
is my favorite design structure. However, you can see how I've
enjoyed the other various styles my clients have hired me to
create for them.
My
portfolio is open to you.
VISIT PORTFOLIO
See Details - from a Designer's Point of View |
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Robin's work is carried at Tucson Museum of Art;
Those pieces and more can be seen on the
Robin Cannell Baker Artist Facebook page, or
click HERE to visit ArtStudio7 online.
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