Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • The best time to engage us is before major decisions are made. Early involvement allows us to clarify scope, guide priorities, and reduce downstream changes during construction.

  • Clients who work best with us value clarity, thoughtful planning, and professional guidance. If you’re looking for a design partner to help you navigate decisions with confidence, we’re likely a good fit.

  • We work on custom homes, renovations, acreage properties, and commercial interiors. Projects range from full design leadership through construction to clearly defined design-only engagements.

  • We offer full-service design + build, so we set clear starting points to help you plan realistically. As a general guide for full room/area design:

    • Fireplace wall / feature wall: from $15,000+

    • Mudroom: from $20,000+

    • Custom walk-in closet: from $20,000+

    • Laundry room: from $25,000+

    • Bathroom: from $35,000+

    • Ensuite: from $50,000+

    • Kitchen: from $90,000+

    • Basement: from $80,000+

    • Whole-home renovation: from $300,000+

  • Styling is for clients who like their home, but want it to feel more finished, pulled together, and intentional. This can be a single room or a whole-home refresh, typically focusing on furniture, layout, lighting, art, rugs, window coverings, and accessories (not construction).

    • Single room refresh: from $10,000+ (furnishings + styling purchases, depending on the room)

    • Whole-home refresh: from $50,000+ (varies based on how many rooms and how much is being replaced)

    Design fees for styling projects are usually planned as a portion of the overall investment, and we will confirm a realistic range once we understand your space, priorities, and timeline.

  • Our process is structured to bring clarity early. We begin by understanding goals, constraints, and priorities, then move through planning, design development, and documentation at a pace appropriate to the project.

  • We collaborate closely with builders and consultants while maintaining clear design leadership. Our role is to ensure decisions are resolved before construction begins, supporting smoother execution on site.

  • Surprises are minimized through early planning, clear documentation, and honest communication. While renovations can uncover unknowns, our process is designed to address risks early and adapt thoughtfully when needed.

  • Many clients engage us alongside an existing builder or consultant team. We tailor our involvement to support that relationship while ensuring design decisions are clearly resolved.

  • Interior design focuses on layout, flow, function, and technical planning in addition to aesthetics. Decorating or styling addresses furnishings and finishes once the underlying structure is established.

  • Clients choose Metric Design for calm leadership, thoughtful planning, and a process that brings clarity to complex decisions. Our goal is to help clients feel supported, informed, and confident throughout the project.

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