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Working with us

  • We work with clients both locally and remotely. Local in-person consultations and design services are available within a 50-mile radius of Huddersfield (travel beyond this is charged at £0.50 per mile), while remote services are delivered via Zoom, phone, or using Email and project documentation.

  • Yes — we offer a brief, structured consultation either locally in person or remotely via Zoom/telephone. This session is designed to answer your initial questions, clarify your project needs, and determine if we’re the right fit. It is not a full design session, so you’ll get guidance without extensive design work upfront.

  • We typically request any existing floor plans, inspiration images, project briefs, or room measurements you may have. Photos of the space are also helpful for remote consultations.

  • Yes — we can work alongside your existing professionals, providing design input and ensuring your project remains cohesive.

  • Your involvement can be tailored to your preference. Some clients like regular check-ins, while others prefer we manage most of the design process.

  • Yes — we can step in at any stage, though early involvement usually ensures the best outcomes.

  • We work with a wide range of clients, from those renovating single rooms to those completing full-house projects. We also work with trade professionals, builders, developers, and individuals with unique homes or spaces, from traditional houses to unconventional properties.

  • Yes — we love tackling unique spaces and bringing creativity to compact or unconventional homes. Whether it’s a canal barge, van, houseboat, or other bespoke living environment, we apply the same principles of layered design, functionality, and spatial clarity to make the most of every square foot.

The design process

  • Our 4D Principle is a structured, Human-Led approach to design, capturing the essence of how you want your space to feel and look. It interprets the emotional and descriptive language you use to articulate your ideal home.

    It includes:

    Discover — uncovering your routines, priorities, and the feelings each space should convey, forming the foundation of your vision.

    Design — translating aspirations into spatial ideas. We explore form, flow, and atmosphere, shaping your vision into concepts that reflect your words and intentions.

    Define — refining and clarifying the plan. Layouts, flows, and functions are aligned with how you want to live, ensuring practicality and emotional resonance.

    Deliver — bringing your vision to full realisation. Every detail is considered, ready to be implemented, creating a home that is functional, beautiful, and unmistakably yours.

    This approach ensures every project is rooted in your personal vision, harmonising intuition and discernment to create spaces that are meaningful, considered, and uniquely yours.

  • A 15–20 minute session to discuss your project, answer questions, and see if we’re the right fit. This is a no-obligation chat to explore your needs and priorities.

  • A focused, in-depth session to review your project. We discuss layouts, materials, finishes, and provide expert guidance on next steps. Local in-person meetings are included within a 25-mile radius of Huddersfield; travel beyond this is charged at £0.50 per mile. Remote consultations via Zoom/telephone are also available.

  • A full-day, on-site review of your space covering layout, lighting, circulation, finishes, and furniture. You’ll receive a tailored summary with practical recommendations to move your project forward confidently. Local in-person service is included within a 25-mile radius of Huddersfield; travel beyond this is charged at £0.50 per mile. Remote clients can also be accommodated.

  • We translate your ideas into layouts, elevations, presentation visuals, and suggested materials, furniture, and finishes. One round of minor revisions is included. This stage provides a clear vision for your project, helping you make informed decisions.

  • Detailed technical drawings, dimensioned layouts, and specification sheets for furniture, finishes, and materials. This package is fully detailed for client-led procurement and implementation. Additional revisions after sign-off are charged at £75/hr.

  • Yes, we offer the following specialist consultations:

    Lighting Consultation
    Expert guidance on lighting layout, fixture selection, placement, ambiance, and integration with your interiors. Ideal for clients seeking specialist insight before committing to a full design service.

    Window Treatments Consultation
    Tailored advice on curtains, blinds, shutters, and other treatments, including style, materials, finishes, and functional considerations. Measurement, ordering, and installation are outside the scope but can be arranged as a follow-up service with a trusted supplier.

Trades, suppliers & collaboration

    • Suggestions for tradespeople we’ve worked with successfully in the past

    • Advice on which trades are needed for your project

    • Guidance on coordinating trades to align with your design

    Clients remain responsible for:

    • Appointing and paying tradespeople

    • Carrying out their own due diligence

    • Any issues with performance, delivery, or installation

    Where a referral fee is agreed with a tradesperson:

    • This does not increase the price you pay to the tradesperson

    • The fee is paid directly to The Designary and fully disclosed upfront

  • No, our role is advisory. We provide:

    • Detailed design packages and specifications

    • Guidance for trades and suppliers to ensure design intent is clear

    • Advice on sequencing or practical considerations

    Clients remain responsible for:

    • Scheduling and coordinating installers and suppliers

    • Any issues with delivery, installation, or performance

  • Yes, as part of our Design Development or Architectural Design packages, we provide:

    • Detailed drawings showing layouts, dimensions, and spatial planning

    • Material, finish, and fixture specifications where relevant

    • Guidance to support client-led procurement and implementation

    Clients remain responsible for:

    • Ordering, delivery, and installation

    • Any issues with product performance or workmanship

    Optional services, such as enhanced coordination with suppliers or trades, can be arranged for an additional fee, fully disclosed upfront.

  • Yes, our design packages are compatible with any trades or contractors you choose to use. This may include:

    • Integrating your preferred trades into the design and specification process

    • Providing guidance to ensure your design intent is maintained

    • Advising on sequencing or practical considerations

    Clients remain responsible for:

    • Appointing, paying, and managing their chosen trades

    • Any issues with delivery, installation, or workmanship

    Optional services, such as additional coordination with your trades, can be arranged for a separate fee, fully disclosed upfront.

  • No — The Designary provides the No, our role is focused on design and specification. This may include:

    • Providing detailed drawings, layouts, and specifications

    • Advising on materials, finishes, and design intent

    • Guidance on practical considerations for implementation

    Clients remain responsible for:

    • Managing and paying contractors

    • Scheduling, coordination, and overseeing installation

    • Any issues with delivery, workmanship, or product performance

    Optional services, such as enhanced coordination with contractors, can be arranged for a separate fee, fully disclosed upfront.

  • Yes, we can provide guidance and recommendations. This may include:

    • Suggestions for builders or specialist trades we’ve worked with successfully

    • Advice on which trades are appropriate for your project

    • Guidance on coordinating trades to align with your design

    Clients remain responsible for:

    • Interviewing, appointing, and paying all contractors

    • Carrying out their own due diligence

    • Any issues with performance, delivery, or workmanship

    Optional services, such as enhanced coordination or referral support, can be arranged for a separate fee, fully disclosed upfront.

Furniture, fixtures & materials

  • Yes, we provide guidance to help you make confident choices, including:

    • Suggested furniture options, finishes, and styles based on your kitchen plans

    • Guidance on what works best with your layout and overall design

    Where clients require detailed specification support — for example, preparing detailed plans, liaising with suppliers, or advising on bespoke options — an optional, transparent fee is applied. This fee covers our time and expertise and is separate from the product cost; the price you pay to suppliers is not increased.

    Clients remain responsible for ordering, payment, delivery, and installation, and we do not take liability for product performance or installation.

  • Yes, in the initial stage we provide:

    • Suggested materials, thicknesses, and colours based on your kitchen plans

    • Guidance on what works best with your layout and design

    Where clients require detailed worktop specification support — for example, preparing plans, liaising with suppliers, or advising on complex/bespoke options — an optional, transparent fee is applied. This fee covers our time and expertise and is separate from the product cost; the price you pay to suppliers is not increased.

    Clients remain responsible for ordering, payment, delivery, and installation, and we do not take liability for product performance or installation.

  • Yes, we offer impartial guidance based on our experience with a wide range of brands, including Gaggenau, Bora, Miele, Wolf, Subzero, Liebherr, Siemens, Quooker, and Neff.

    Our guidance includes:

    • Recommendations on appliances that suit your lifestyle, layout, and budget

    • Advice on integrated cooking, refrigeration, extraction, and smart appliances

    • Guidance to help you compare options and make informed decisions

    Final selection and purchasing remain entirely your decision.

    • We do not take responsibility for product performance, delivery, or installation

  • Yes, as part of our Sourcing & Buying Support service, we provide guidance to help you make confident choices. This includes:

    • Layouts, quantity calculations, and tile orientation

    • Guidance on finishes, materials, and style choices

    • Recommendations for trusted suppliers

    We do not purchase materials on your behalf unless you book the separate Enhanced Sourcing & Buying Support service.

    Clients remain responsible for:

    • Ordering, payment, delivery, and installation

    • Any product performance, delivery, or installation issues

    Any optional recommendation fees are fully outlined on the Sourcing & Buying Support page.

  • Yes, lighting is an integral part of every interior design project. Our guidance includes:

    • Consideration of natural light, task needs, and ambiance

    • Advice on fixture types, placement, and controls

    • Coordination with your overall interior design

    For clients seeking a deeper approach, we offer a dedicated lighting consultation, which may include:

    • Bespoke fixture selection

    • Detailed layout planning

    • Coordination with electricians or suppliers

    Whether included as part of your interior design project or booked as a standalone session:

    • The aim is to create spaces that are both functional and beautifully lit

    • Responsibility for ordering, delivery, and installation of fixtures remains with the client or supplier

  • Can The Designary assist with window treatments?

    Yes, window treatment design and specification are included as part of our interior design service. Our guidance includes:

    • Advice on blinds, curtains, shutters, or layered solutions

    • Recommendations based on your space, style, and budget

    • Guidance on finishes, materials, and installation considerations

    For clients seeking a more focused review, we offer a standalone Window Treatments Consultation, which may include:

    • Style, material, and finish guidance

    • Installation recommendations

    • Booking as a standalone session or alongside a larger design project

    Responsibility for ordering, delivery, and installation remains with the client or supplier.

  • Yes, we can provide a full specification based on your brief and budget, which may include:

    • Suggested products and finishes

    • Recommended suppliers

    • Guidance on suitability for your space and design

    Clients remain responsible for:

    • Procurement and ordering

    • Delivery and installation

    • Any issues with product performance

  • Yes, advisory guidance is included as part of relevant design services. Our guidance may include:

    • Recommendations for styles, materials, and finishes

    • Advice on proportions and coordination with your overall design

    • Guidance on practical considerations and installation

    Clients remain responsible for:

    • Implementation, ordering, and installation

    • Any issues with product performance or delivery

  • Yes, we can produce detailed FF&E schedules to support client-led procurement and implementation. These schedules may include:

    • Recommended products, finishes, and materials

    • Dimensions and quantities

    • Guidance to make sourcing easier and more efficient

    Client responsibility:

    • All ordering, delivery, and installation remain with the client unless the Enhanced Sourcing & Buying Support service is booked

    • Responsibility for product performance remains with the supplier or client

    Optional recommendation fees:

    • For certain products (e.g., worktops, bespoke furniture), a transparent, fixed-percentage recommendation fee may be applied to reflect our specialist guidance and supplier recommendations

    • Fees are fully disclosed before any work begins

  • Yes, we can provide guidance to help you make informed choices. This may include:

    • Suggested furniture pieces and finishes that suit your space and style

    • Budget guidance tailored to your brief

    • Recommendations across high street, trade-only, or custom items

    Clients remain responsible for:

    • Ordering, payment, delivery, and installation

    • Any issues with product performance

  • Yes, we provide expert guidance to help you make informed choices. This may include:

    • Advice on which samples or swatches to request from suppliers

    • Recommendations on finishes, textures, and materials suitable for your space

    • Optional review or supervision of your sample orders for accuracy

    Clients remain responsible for:

    • Ordering, handling, and installation of any samples or materials

    • Any issues with product performance or delivery

    Optional supervision of sample orders can be arranged for an additional fee, fully disclosed upfront.

Fees & budgeting

  • For certain products or suppliers (e.g., worktops or bespoke furniture), we may apply a transparent, fixed-percentage guidance fee. This covers our expert advice, specification, and supplier recommendations.

    Clients may also benefit from preferential supplier rates where applicable, which are passed on in full and do not increase the price.

    How it works:

    • Fees are fully explained upfront before any work begins.

    • A fixed percentage of the quoted product cost may be applied to reflect our specialist guidance and specification work.

    • This fee compensates for our expertise; it does not transfer responsibility for product performance, delivery, or installation to The Designary.

    • Final fees are confirmed once quotes or supplier details are obtained, ensuring transparency and fairness.

  • We charge both: hourly for certain services (e.g., Architectural Design), or fixed fees/packages for consultations, audits, and full room/home projects.

  • Yes — all fees stated are inclusive of VAT.

  • Yes — details for kitchens, bathrooms, and other rooms are outlined in our services section and also listed below:

    B2C Pricing & Service Options

    Our 4D-led design approach is independent, flexible, and tailored to your needs. You receive expert guidance, clear designs, and actionable plans, while retaining full control over procurement and installation. Spaces feel authentic, functional, and reflect your story.

    B2C Pricing & Service Options

    Service Options

    • Consultation-Only Sessions – Explore ideas or clarify your vision.

    • Full Design Service – Combines all stages for a seamless, bespoke experience across single rooms, multi-room projects, or a full home.

    • Package Options – Choose individual stages or mix and match to suit your project.

    Guide Rates

    • Discovery Call: Free / 15 mins – Quick, no-obligation chat

    • Initial Consultation: £295 / 2–3 hrs – Focused guidance for your project

    • Design Audit: £595 / full day (~7 hrs) – On-site review with actionable recommendations

    • Room Design / Development: £525 / day – Expert design for kitchens, bathrooms, living spaces, function rooms, or bespoke furniture

    • Full Design Service: POA – Tailored to your project

    • Procurement Guidance: £75 / hr – Support sourcing products, finishes, or bespoke items; advisory guidance provided for confident purchasing

    • Optional Consultations: Lighting / Window Treatments – £295 / 2–3 hrs each

    • Additional Revisions, Site Visits, or Extra Services: £75 / hr – For work outside the agreed scope or after procurement

    Key Notes

    • Design-focused consultations; furniture or materials not supplied

    • Procurement assistance available; project management or installation not included

    • Clear documentation makes implementation straightforward

    • Travel included within 25-mile radius of Huddersfield; beyond this, costs may apply

  • Yes — all recommendations are tailored to suit your financial priorities while achieving a cohesive design.

  • Fees include advisory services, layouts, recommendations, and documentation as per service scope. Optional recommendation fees for products or suppliers are charged separately.

  • Yes — this can be arranged in your personalised proposal.

  • Yes — clients pay deposits and suppliers directly; we are advisory only.

Timescales

  • Start dates depend on availability; we advise booking early to secure your preferred schedule.

  • Timeframes vary by service: consultations (~2 hrs), audits (~7 hrs), design concepts (1–5 days), development (1–3 days per room), and architectural design (hourly).

    Please refer Services.

  • While we focus on providing expert design, consultancy, and detailed drawings, the overall timeline can influenced by factors beyond our control — such as project scale, how quickly decisions are made, contractor availability, and lead times for custom materials. We’ll support you with clear plans to help your build proceed smoothly.

  • In some cases, yes. If you’re working to a tight deadline, we’ll see if we can prioritise your project or offer a condensed version of our service.

  • Yes — some of our larger or phased projects run over 12–18 months. We’re happy to support long-term or staged work with clarity at each step.

  • We will review the impact on the project timeline and adjust as required. Additional fees may apply if prolonged pauses incur extra work or revisions.

Sourcing & buying support

  • We provide expert guidance and trusted supplier recommendations, including floorplans, layouts, and quantities for products such as flooring, tiles, and other finishes. You remain responsible for ordering, payment, and installation, while we ensure the selections suit your space and overall design.

  • For certain products (e.g., flooring, bespoke furniture, or worktops), we may apply a transparent, fixed-percentage recommendation fee. This covers our specialist guidance, specification, and supplier advice, and in some cases you may also benefit from preferential rates where applicable. Fees are fully disclosed and confirmed once specific quotes are obtained. Please note, this does not transfer responsibility for product performance, delivery, or installation to The Designary.

  • We provide expert guidance and trusted recommendations for products such as flooring, tiles, cabinetry, and finishes. This includes optimised layouts and floorplans (e.g., tile direction, pattern, and size), quantity calculations to minimise waste, and advice to ensure selections align with your budget, style, and overall design. You remain responsible for ordering, payment, and installation, while we help ensure your choices work perfectly for your space.

  • The following remain the client’s responsibility:

    • Direct purchasing or ordering of products

    • Installation or delivery management

    • Liability for product quality, delivery, or performance

    Our role is to provide guidance, planning, and trusted recommendations to help you make confident choices, but we do not take on operational or legal responsibilities for the products or their installation.

    • We discuss your project requirements and desired products.

    • We create layouts, quantity calculations, and sourcing guidance.

    • You receive the documentation and supplier recommendations.

    • Any recommendation fees are confirmed prior to you committing to purchase.

  • Yes — Sourcing & Buying Support can be used alongside Design Concepts, Design Development, or other consultations, providing practical, actionable supplier guidance that complements your overall design package.

  • We provide guidance and coordination to ensure your selections are correct and fit your design intent. This can include clarifying specifications with suppliers or reviewing quotes to help you make confident decisions.

    For high-value or complex items such as flooring, worktops, or bespoke furniture, the client is responsible for placing orders and arranging payment and delivery. This approach allows us to provide expert support while keeping responsibilities and liability clear.

    Our focus is on ensuring your choices align with your design, style, and budget, while the operational aspects remain in your control. Optional guidance or follow-up support can be provided via Zoom or email at our standard hourly rate.

  • In some cases, we can help you access preferential pricing or discounts through trusted supplier contacts. Any potential savings are communicated upfront, and our guidance is always fully transparent.

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