Question 1

What areas do you serve?

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Question 2

What is the difference between an interior decorator and interior designer?

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An interior decorator works with an existing space cosmetically, using finishes, furnishings and fixtures, to enhance the function and aesthetics. This is done by applying finishes to existing surfaces, replacing existing fixtures, and adding furnishings and decor.
 
An interior designer creates an entire space, by working with all the integrated structures, systems, and finishings, including structural assemblies, electrical and lighting, HVAC systems, millwork, furniture and finishes. An interior designer works alongside other professionals, such as architects, engineers, and contractors, to ensure all of these components work together to achieve the overall vision of the space with special consideration for accessibility, life safety and sustainability.

Question 3

What are INVISION Design Solutions professional qualifications?

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Jen Nickel, of Invision Design Solutions, is a professional Interior Designer and a member of ARIDO (Association for Interior Designers of Ontario). She has her NCIDQ certification (National council of Interior Design Qualifications) and over 20 years of experience in the Interior Design field in both commercial and residential applications.  Jen also holds certifications in WELL Building Standards, Building Biology, and Healthy Material Labs.

Question 4

Are you a BCIN designer?

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No. Though we do hold a level of BCIN certification, at this time, we do not provide BCIN certified drawings as part of our service offerings.

Question 5

When should I approach your team to start the process?

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As soon as posssible!  If you are thinking about involving our team in your project, it's best to get us involved right from the beginning. This way, we can provide valuable input into the early stages of site planning and architectural design that will impact your interior space. 
 
With our holistic approach, we prefer to work as part of a complete design team. If you don't have one, we can help connect you with a dream team of collaborators (architects, engineers, builders, tradesmen etc) to start your project off on the right foot.

Question 6

What is included in your services?

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Whatever you need for your project and preferences. We provide different service level packages from concept only to full service. Within those packages, the scope of work will be customized to your specific project needs, and may or may not include items like furnishings, landscaping or styling. Regardless of the service level and scope of work, each project follows our signature design process, which is the key to our successful projects.  We will not remove steps from that process, as each one is essential to a holistic design approach.  For example, 3D renderings are an integral part of our process for each project that we will not remove to reduce the scope of work.

Question 7

Does INVISION Design Solutions have a specific design style?

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No.  As Interior Designers, we love many different styles! But what is more important is what your style is.  Our design approach is always client-centric.  It is our job to identify and understand your style, whether it’s traditional or ultra-modern or somewhere in between, and to create a space that speaks to you.

Question 8

Do you have trades people you can recommend?

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Our design team collaborates with multiple local skilled craftsmen, contractors, and tradespeople to produce the custom designs we create for our clients. There is a lot of design management and facilitation involved in achieving excellent end results, which is a part of the value of working with our talented team.

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