The first step toward a well-planned design project
The Design Project Assessment is intended for homeowners who are considering a larger design project and would like to understand the right next step before moving forward.
This appointment is best suited for clients who are planning a renovation, furnishing project, kitchen or bathroom update, multi-room refresh, or full-service interior design project, and would like us to assess the scope before preparing a formal design proposal.
Rather than offering quick design advice or on-the-spot selections, this meeting is focused on understanding your project properly: your goals, priorities, timeline, investment range, and the level of support you may need.
Following the appointment, we will prepare a proposal outlining the recommended scope of work, design process, and professional design fee.
What This Appointment Is For
The Design Project Assessment is designed to help determine whether your project is best suited for a design-only package, a full-service design experience, or another level of support.
During this appointment, we will review the space together, discuss what you would like to achieve, identify key considerations, and answer your questions about the design process.
This is an important first step because every successful project begins with clarity. Before selections are made or drawings are developed, the scope needs to be understood, the right service path needs to be identified, and expectations need to be aligned.
This Service Is Best For
The Design Project Assessment is recommended for:
- Kitchen renovations
- Bathroom renovations
- Primary suite projects
- Full room design
- Multi-room decorating projects
- Furnishing and styling projects
- Projects requiring sourcing, procurement, or coordination
- Clients considering a design-only or full-service design package
Investment
$200 + HST
60-minute in-person assessment of your project
What Is Included
Your Design Project Assessment includes:
- An in-person meeting at your home
- A review of the project area or areas
- Discussion of your goals, priorities, lifestyle, and design direction
- Review of timeline, budget expectations, and overall investment range
- Discussion of the Marina Pavlova Design process
- Assessment of whether your project is better suited for design-only or full-service support
- Answers to your process and service-related questions
- Preparation of a formal design proposal after the appointment
What Is Not Included
This appointment is not a working design consultation and does not include:
- Paint colour selections
- Furniture recommendations
- Layout solutions
- Finish or fixture selections
- Product sourcing
- Shopping links
- Contractor instructions
- Written design recommendations
- A summary of design advice
For clients looking for professional advice they can implement independently, the In-Person Design Consultation is the better fit.
What Happens After the Appointment
After the assessment, Marina Pavlova Design will prepare a proposal based on the scope discussed.
Your proposal will outline:
- The recommended service approach
- The proposed scope of work
- Key project phases
- Professional design fees
- Payment structure
- Next steps to begin the project
Once the proposal is approved, we move into the design process with a clear direction, defined scope, and structured plan.
Is This the Right Appointment for You?
This appointment is the right fit if you are considering hiring Marina Pavlova Design for a larger design or renovation project and would like a professional proposal before moving forward.
It is not intended for clients who only need design advice, quick recommendations, or help making individual selections.
If your goal is to receive design guidance that you can implement on your own, please book an In-Home Design Consultation or Colour & Finish Consultation instead.
Ready to Begin?
If you are planning a design project and would like to explore working together, the Design Project Assessment is the best place to start.
Book your assessment, and we will review your space, discuss your goals, and determine the right path forward for your project.
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