"Benefits of Sourcing Furniture with Your Interior Designer During a Home Renovation"
interior designer furniture sourcing for clients
Living room furniture sourced by Savori Spaces
The Designer’s Role in Sourcing Custom Furniture
One of the most rewarding aspects of my work as an interior designer is collaborating with clients to source the perfect furniture pieces to personalize their home. Coordinating the right furniture pieces can be overlooked especially when their are so many other decisions to make during a renovation or new home build. Every project is unique, and the furniture we source and procure for our clients is carefully chosen to reflect the homeowners' personality, budget and lifestyle, seamlessly complementing the overall vision and design goals. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the process:
Understanding the Client’s Vision: I start by learning about my clients’ preferences, needs, and style. If we have been working together already with interior selections for a renovation or new build, I would have a sense of my clients style and desires, but there are a variety of questions that need to be answered. Besides the style of furniture, we need to explore the following questions
What is the primary function of the room? Will it be a space for entertaining and conversation, relaxing and watching TV, or curling up with a good book? What are the practical needs of the space? Will the furniture be used daily or occasionally? Are there pets or children to consider? How do they envision the space feeling? What are their color preferences? Is sustainability a priority? How long do they expect the furniture to last?
These are just some of the key questions I assess before sourcing any furniture pieces. It’s essential for me to understand how my clients will use and enjoy the furniture, ensuring it perfectly aligns with their lifestyle and needs.
Space Planning: After meeting with clients to understand their personal style and evaluating the space, I begin designing by carefully plotting and selecting furniture pieces that best suit the room's function and aesthetics. To bring my vision to life, I create a detailed plan accompanied by a 3D rendering, allowing clients to visualize the design intent and overall concept.
Determining Budget: After identifying the ideal pieces needed for the space, I provide a detailed budget proposal tailored to align with my clients' preferences and expectations
Collaborating with Local artisans and Exclusive vendors: Once the vision and budget are finalized, I source from trusted, high-quality furniture makers to bring the design to life. This often includes hand-upholstered pieces from Canadian vendors, carefully tailored to meet my clients' comfort and style preferences. Canadian-made upholstery stands out for its craftsmanship, featuring locally harvested kiln-dried frames that are glued, screwed, dowelled, and corner-blocked for exceptional durability. Heavy-gauge no-sag springs ensure lasting comfort, while the availability of custom fabrics offers endless possibilities for creating the perfect piece. These qualities are especially crucial for high-use spaces, such as family rooms, where longevity and style are key.
In addition to upholstery, when the project allows, I collaborate with local artisans to source custom-made case goods, including dining tables, servers, consoles, coffee tables, and end tables. Their meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality result in furniture that is not only visually stunning but also built to last for generations. These bespoke pieces seamlessly complement the upholstery and complete the overall design.
Ensuring Functionality: While aesthetics are crucial, functionality is just as important. A custom piece must work seamlessly within the space, whether it’s a perfectly sized dining table with custom leaf sizes or an be-spoke designed headboard with one of a kind nightstands.
Adding the Finishing Touches: Finally, once the design is accepted, I help clients integrate the furniture into their space, by procuring, ordering, storing, inspecting and delivering each piece and of course pairing it with complementary décor and accessories to create a cohesive look.
Custom Furniture
Benefits of Custom Furniture
When you choose custom furniture, you’re investing in more than just a piece of furniture—you’re investing in quality, sustainability, and personalization. Here are some key benefits:
Tailored to Your Needs: Custom pieces are designed to fit your space and your lifestyle perfectly.
Built to Last: High-quality craftsmanship and materials mean your furniture will stand the test of time.
Environmentally Friendly: Supporting local artisans and using sustainably sourced materials reduces your environmental impact.
One-of-a-Kind Design: Custom furniture adds personality and uniqueness to your home.
Planning Ahead: Furniture Lead Times
One thing to keep in mind when sourcing custom furniture is the timeline. Crafting a custom piece takes time, often several months from concept to delivery. This is why it’s a good idea to start planning early, especially if starting a renovation or nearing the end of your new build. As an interior designer, I help my clients stay ahead of schedule so that their furniture arrives in time for their possession or at the end of their renovation.
Final Thoughts
Custom furniture is an investment in quality, sustainability, and individuality. It turns a house into a home, showcasing your personality in every detail. As an interior designer, my goal is to create spaces that my clients can enjoy for years to come. Their furniture should not only match the quality of finishes chosen for their renovation or new build but also bring a sense of joy and comfort with every use, day after day
If you’re considering custom furniture for your home, I’d love to help you navigate the process. Let’s collaborate to create a space that’s as unique as you are.
Want a Taste of Creative Interior Design in Edmonton? Look No Further Than Savori Spaces
At Savori Spaces, I offer interior design services that range from crafting the perfect focal point
in your living room to sourcing furniture from my exclusive vendors. Whether you’re looking for a
full living room makeover from a professional interior designer or in need of direction for a DIY
project, my expertise will help take your space to the next level. If you’re ready to elevate your
surroundings into something tasteful that you and your loved ones can savor forever, contact
me to discuss your design goals.
