How We Work

Work with Decorating Den Interiors for a chance to design the home of your dreams. Sally Giar’s long time affiliation with this international franchise organization has allowed her access to a full range of luxury American manufacturers, and specialized imports for a variety of better priced options.

Decorating Den Interiors offer
full home interior design and decoration
including product selection and purchasing

(727) 789-4886

Sally comes to you

The initial appointment typically lasts about an hour. Larger projects may require more than one appointment. If you decide to work together Sally will take photos and video, and measure the space during the design appointment. If there are multiple areas to be measured, she may return another day.

Sally will request a complete walk through, and you should mention any other problem areas you may need to work on later. If you’re working on a residential space she may also ask to see your closet to get an idea of the colors and patterns you wear. This is a time to get to know each other and decide how to move forward.

Budget

People are often shy to discuss a budget, but for both parties it is by far one of the most important aspects of your initial consultation. You may not know how much things cost and we can work with you to determine a budget that accomplishes your overall project goals.

You may choose to work on one space at a time or an entire home or business. The investment will determine the furnishings Sally can include in the project. Fortunately, we have access to a vast array of products.  We have to the trade only pieces and custom upholstery and drapery. We also have imported furniture at different price points to help fit in anyone’s budget. We also offer a full range of commercial furnishings.

Making selections

Every project presents its own unique set of circumstances. Sally prides herself on working side by side with you to accomplish your design vision. She’ll discuss the specifics of your project, help determine the budget and make some preliminary design suggestions.

Depending on the size of the project, she may be able to get started with just one meeting but generally a full room project (or larger) may require several appointments. At her studio, interior designer Sally Giar will begin to plan out the space she is decorating and start to make selections for your individualized design.

Design plan

Sally will return to your home or office once her design plan is complete. She will bring a floorplan and samples representing the products she has chosen for her your design.

Decorating Den Interiors feature a very wide selection of furniture and furnishings including rugs, lighting, custom drapery, wallpaper and so much more. As your products are ordered from a wide range of vendors, items arrive separately and are stored until everything arrives. Some things may arrive within weeks, some may take several months.

The final reveal

You’ve waited a long time for installation day, surely the most exciting day for both you and Sally! It is advisable for Sally to be left alone in your home to supervise the sub-contractors who will install window treatments and hang light fixtures.

If you were having paint and wallpaper installed, that may happen earlier to avoid paint spills on your new furniture. Sally will call you to return home when everything is perfect. There is nothing nicer than having left your home in the morning then returning later to see the final reveal. Enjoy your new space — hiring an interior decorator is worth every cent!