FAQS

Who will be my main point of contact? If Zimmerman Interiors is managing your new build, renovation or styling project, Katie will be your main point of contact throughout the process. You can expect to receive a project update at least once a week so that you are always aware of the status of your project. Some phases of the process may be slower but we still want to make sure you have an updated status and know what to expect. During the remodeling process what will I have to do? Depending on the scope of work, it may be necessary for you and your family to move out of your home. We ask that you stay clear of areas where the work is being performed for safety and efficiency reasons. We communicate with tradespeople and manage the entire construction phase while providing you with updates and progress reports. If I already have a contractor, can you work with them? Absolutely! We can work with your own contractor or we can contract the work for you. However, we cannot be liable for work performed by a contractor hired by you. Is it possible for you to oversee the entire project from its initiation to its completion? Absolutely! In fact, we strongly prefer taking full responsibility for managing the entire project from start to finish. Based on our experience, we have found that having a single party in charge of the project ensures a higher likelihood of meeting deadlines, staying within budget, and preserving the original design vision throughout the entire process. What is the benefit of having an interior designer who can project manage the construction phase? Having an interior designer who can project manage the construction phase offers several significant benefits: Seamless coordination: When an interior designer takes on project management responsibilities, they can effectively integrate design concepts with construction requirements. This ensures a seamless coordination between the aesthetic vision and the practical execution of the project, resulting in a harmonious end result. Expert trade selection: An interior designer who manages the construction phase can handpick the best professionals for each trade involved in the project, such as cabinetry, flooring, and wallpaper. This ensures that the right expertise is brought in at the right time, leading to high-quality workmanship and superior outcomes. Efficient scheduling: By taking charge of scheduling tradespeople, the interior designer streamlines the construction process. They can coordinate timelines and tasks, avoiding delays and ensuring smooth progress throughout the project. This saves you time and effort in managing multiple contractors and trades. Single point of contact: With an interior designer managing the project, you don't need to communicate separately with each tradesperson. Instead, you have a single point of contact who handles all aspects of the construction phase. This simplifies communication, reduces potential confusion, and allows for quicker resolution of any issues that may arise. Design intent preservation: The interior designer, being intimately familiar with the design vision, can ensure that the intended aesthetic and functional goals are maintained throughout the construction process. They can provide guidance to tradespeople, oversee the implementation, and make any necessary adjustments to guarantee that the end result aligns with your original vision. Overall, having an interior designer who can project manage the construction phase brings expertise, efficiency, and continuity to your project. It helps minimize potential challenges, ensures a smoother execution, and enhances the chances of achieving a successful outcome that surpasses your expectations.