choosing an interior architect, designer or decorator the south african institute
of the interior design professions

Questions to ask when interviewing prospective designers include:
What is their fee structure?
Do they work with a contract?
Do they have a service level agreement?
Which geographic areas do they work in?
Do they work nationally & internationally?
What is their background & where did they train?
What current projects are they working on?
What projects are available for you to view?
Ask for client references (ensure that the designer has
  a good track record with their clients)
Do they personally oversee each project?

Share your ideas with the designer and give them as much information about your requirements as possible, including your particular likes and dislikes, so that these can be incorporated into the design. Ask lots of questions to establish whether the designer is able to accurately interpret your brief. Thereafter trust the designer to use his/her experience, talent and vision to make it happen.
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