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In this episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy discusses interior design with Jeanne Lashmett of JML Interior Design. Find out why your interior designer and contractor need to work together, especially if you want an accurate quote on the cost of your project.
Find out more about Jeanne and interior design
314-435-4233
11622 Page Service Drive, Suite 108, St. Louis, MO 63146
Troy’s Number - 314-520-6655
Troy’s Email - troy@gallowaybuildingservice.com
Radio Show Archives - https://gallowaybuildingservice.com/resources/radio-show/
Website - https://gallowaybuildingservice.com/
5:00 Are interior designers licensed?
7:50 What’s the difference between an interior designer and a decorator?
13:33 What do interior designers do?
14:49 10 common mistakes when hiring an interior designer
15:04 1) Not having a realistic budget or financing in place
18:34 2) Interviewing contractors for a remodel without having construction plans
25:47 3) Not reading the contract through
28:32 4) Choosing price over quality
31:55 5) Not following through with the designer’s advice OR too many cooks spoil the soup
38:14 6) Refusing to get a permit for the project
41:36 7) Making changes to the plan without first consulting with the designer
45:16 8) Unrealistic perception of time
48:23 9) Making purchases without consulting or informing your designer
49:40) 10) Micro-managing
52:12 Examples of Jeanne Lashmett’s past projects
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