The Current State of Interior Design

How It Effects Your Design Project, April 15,2021

Hello Everyone!

It's been a while since we've sent out our newsletter but we're back at it, delivering you  inspired content and helpful insights. I apologize for the long post; however, I wanted to keep you up-to-date on continued challenges that the interior design industry is currently facing. Ironically it is one of the busiest and most flourishing times, and yet the logistics behind it all are uniquely difficult. 

You may have noticed the shipping delays and backorders that every manufacturer is experiencing are at an all-time high. Strained lead-times and lack of supplies have forced manufacturers to implement overtime shifts; however, when supplies are limited, efficient operations become limited as well.  

As we are all aware, Covid has been a huge stressor on all industries. Shipping expediency has been negatively impacted by lack of supply, holes in production with sick factory employees, tripling costs of shipping containers, with port delays as a result of no openings for ships to dock for weeks. These issues combined with the recent power outages in Texas, harsh winter weather, flooding and power outages have added insult to injury with longer wait times for product arrival.

Everyone, including designers and clients are facing prolonged backorders, low to no stock and repeated pushback of estimated arrival dates. While these challenges are out of our control and disappointing, we wanted you to have a sense of what is going on and why.

Our Goal

Our goal is to keep you informed and explain the realities of delays right now. We want you to be aware that shipping dates are highly subject to change and delay. Please do not stress over this. We want you to have peace-of-mind and assurance that we will mediate and handle all of these issues to the best of our abilities and get your products to you as efficiently as possible. As our client, you are top priority.

All of this should not deter you from starting your next project, in fact let this motivate you to get a game plan together, stick with it and begin the design process. The sooner you start the sooner you will have a freshly-designed space. 

Is your HOME a REFUGE or a WRECK?

HOME, has never been more important and meaningful than in this present moment. If you're considering tackling a design project now is the time to get started.

Think about your home, is it functional, up to date, and comfortable in its current state? 

Perhaps you only need a room refresh, updated paint, rugs, accents and accessories. Or it may be time for a renovation or complete furniture overhaul, providing a clean slate where we can transform your room/home completely.

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Remember, design is a process from the initial consultation to the product installation.

It takes time, preparation and skill to create a magical space.

 Contractors and designers are busier than ever so get on our schedule and let's get a game plan for your next design project.   

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