Initial Design Meeting
This is the essential first step in defining any new project.
Whether you have a Lived-In Space, Renovation or New Construction, we start with this meeting of the minds.  More than just an introduction, this collaboration is a design dialogue of ideas so Mindy can understand what you want to accomplish.  We ask you to prepare a list of questions, by room, to organize your thoughts.  This will keep us on track + make for a productive first meeting.

Here are some examples of what can be accomplished during the Initial Design Meeting.

Style + Palette Development
Define what Furnishings are Needed
Rough Sketches of Furniture Placement
Custom Cabinetry Renderings
Paint Color + Finish Selections

Contracting Needs
Walk-Thru of Space
Review of Floor Plans
Timing for Painter, Mouldings, Electrical, Flooring
Material Selections for Cabinets: Tiles, Wood, Kitchens, Baths

Construction Issues
Contractors
Overseeing Your Workers
Insurances
Timing

To Refresh an Existing Space
Updated Solutions for Windows, Lighting, Storage
Re-Design, moving your present items around, see HGTV

An important outcome of the Initial Design Meeting is to realistically discuss the:
Scope of Work, Time Frame, Budgets + Next Steps.

Shopping Service
Our “Black Book” is extensive, as we like to create a home from a mix of Resources:
Designer-Only Showrooms, Bespoke Custom Furnishings, Retail Boutiques, Trade-Shows, Flea Markets Finds + our stash of other cool collaborations.  Need a Quick-Fix? We offer our shopping service by the hour, by the day or by the project.  Sneakers mandatory.

Paint Color Selection
Mindy is a color expert + can help you develop the palette that works throughout your home.
If you’ve lived through the frustration of trying this yourself, get it right the first time.

Style Development
Some Clients prefer to visualize concepts by seeing Design Plans, Presentation Boards + Renderings.
Others prefer us to gather Tear Sheets or Pre-Shop to save time.
Some enjoy tagging along during our inspirational outings. Whatever works.

Construction Consult
Although we are not Architects, we offer a walk-thru + second opinion on Construction issues.
With many more folks renovating, the final flow + use of space can be tricky.  Many times the dimensions on the plans just don’t work comfortably in real space. It’s always smart, in the grand scheme of a big project + before it’s too late, to get a fresh perspective.
We discuss doorways, window + closet locations, lighting placement, etc.

Materials Selection for Construction
Wood, Tile + Stone selections can be daunting, important decisions.  If your Contractor needed your choices yesterday, give a call and we can help you pull it together in a few hours.

Trade References
We work with Painters, Moulding Installers, Electricians, Flooring Specialists, Window Treatment Pros + other Artisans.  Our Vendors take good care of our Clients. If you prefer, we also would be happy to work alongside your Contractors.

General Contracting Services
We can oversee the work being done in your home while you are away or at work.  We are not
shy + can give an honest report of the daily progress of what's going on in your home.
We are your eyes + ears, on-site.

Bath + Kitchen Design
We have partnered with great resources for Tile + Cabinetry.
Together we create functionally great looking “essential” rooms to fit your look + budget.

Insurance Details
If you live in the city, most buildings require a “Certificate of Insurance,” (COI) to be filed for any delivery, and Workman’s Comp papers for any worker in your home.  Mindy’s assistant takes care of getting official building approval for the work.  Our Clients are really grateful that we take this responsibility off their plates, pronto.

Re-Design
Mindy is a nationally recognized expert at re-arranging the furnishings that you own, to create a refreshed home.  She appeared for five years on HGTV, showing the country her skills.  If home just doesn't feel right, or you're tired of your layout, a little moving of your furnishings can make your whole place look + feel new.  No need to move, just move it around.

Rental Re-Vamp
Just want your temporary place to feel like home?
A Shopping Day mixed with some Re-Design might be in order.  No need to live in a vanilla box.

Pied-A-Terre
Living with style is life’s greatest revenge.  Design your get-away to have all the comforts of home.
Elegant + stylish surroundings are the order here.

Concierge Design Services
At your Service, we can ease the stress of a big move for those relocating who don’t have a moment
or any desire to navigate life’s necessities.  We can arrange it all.

Real Estate Enhancements
Moving Out or Moving In? We advise what to take + what to live without.
Selling? Home Staging is the nuevo term for making your present home look irresistible for a quick $ale.

For Real Estate Developers
Renting or selling homes that look great makes your job much easier.
We consult on the materials you should use for the kitchens, baths, etc.
Model Home Design + Furnishing is another one of our specialties.

Retail, Restaurant, Lobbies + Offices
No problem for us.
In fact commercial design was Mindy’s specialty prior to her concentration on the home.

On-line Design
For those who need a little design direction we offer our services remotely.
We can design your space via the phone, internet + snail mail. For samples please click here.

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Mindy is available during + after traditional business hours. Yes, both evenings + weekends.
iPhone in tote, details are just a moment away.