Frequently Asked Questions
Regardless of your budget, we are committed to respecting your investment. We encourage an open and honest discussion with our team regarding your design aspirations, allowing us to explore solutions that align with your financial parameters while achieving your desired outcomes. This may involve strategic prioritization, innovative problem-solving, or the consideration of alternative materials. Following an in-depth discussion of the project scope, we will provide a preliminary budget estimate – an informed projection based on the information available at that time. Please note that this estimate may be subject to adjustments as the design process evolves and further details emerge.
Design Services (Time)
Our clients pay a Retainer Fee at the start of a project, which represents 50% of our Estimated Total Design Fee. Once the Retainer Fee is used up, likely around the halfway point of your project, we will send monthly invoices for hours worked. To keep our team accountable and to give you visibility into what we're working on, we diligently track our time spent on a project. Alongside your invoice, you will also receive a report with task-level notes to see what our team was working on. Our average hourly rate is $100/hr.
Furnishing (Purchased Goods)
Products from Jeid Studio require a 75% deposit to place the order. Once ordered items are shipped, the remaining 25% is charged to a monthly invoice. Our pricing includes the cost of shipping, handling fees, warehouse/studio storage, and delivery to your home.
At Jeid Studio, our mission is to deliver expertise and streamline the home design process for our clients. Engaging our team of experienced designers provides significant value, enabling us to: bring your vision to fruition. Each of our designers holds a Bachelor's degree in interior design, complemented by diverse professional backgrounds. This ensures a comprehensive understanding of design principles, a refined attention to detail, and the ability to expertly guide the design process, ultimately realizing your unique aesthetic goals. We recognize that building or renovating can involve numerous decisions, and we are committed to mitigating stress. From material and finish selections to budget management and detail specifications, we handle each aspect with dedication and skill, allowing you to enjoy a seamless experience. Furthermore, our established network of contractors, suppliers, and artisans proves to be a valuable asset. We offer more than mere recommendations; we facilitate direct introductions and provide essential information to ensure efficient project progression. Additionally, our access to exclusive trade-only manufacturers provides a unique opportunity to select bespoke furnishings tailored precisely to your individual style and requirements.
Please, do not hesitate to inform us. Designers highly value your direct feedback. A clear affirmation or negation, accompanied by a concise explanation of your preferences, is the most beneficial contribution you can make during the selection process. Even if your rationale seems unconventional, your insights are crucial in refining our understanding of your aesthetic and functional requirements. Should you possess specific concepts or visual references, your designer will greatly appreciate you sharing them.
Don't worry about where you're located – it's not an issue for us! We've built our process and tools so we can work with you anywhere. While a lot of our clients are right here in the Des Moines area, we've also completed projects all across Iowa, in Washington D.C., Missouri, California, and even in The Bahamas.
No worries! Whether we will be placing a single order or ordering intermittently, we will work through the complete design package at your pace. This allows us to make purchase decisions based on what will be most impactful for your home, rather than stressing about costs. We want to move forward with the vision at your leisure.
We've fostered relationships with our most trusted and reliable trade-only manufacturers that allow us to purchase directly through them. This means we can do more with your budget and have all customization options at our disposal.
One thing we love to clarify upfront is that we are designers, not personal shoppers. What's the difference? Our job is to provide you with designs and furnishings with beautiful proportions, appropriate materials & finishes, and are high quality and from vendors, we can stand behind. Our job is not to scour the internet for the cheapest version of each piece. We ask that if you take advantage of our complimentary selection of lighting and furnishings you do so with the intent of purchasing through Jeid Studio.
Absolutely! When we meet with you, we will discuss any existing items that you would like to remain in the space and strategize how to select new ones that compliment them.
Our team is more than willing to work with your preferred contractor or builder on the project. It is so important to us that you have a say in building your dream team to make your vision come to life.
We have a network of trusted contractors and builders that we have worked with on several projects. Based on your project needs, we can make a recommendation that is the best fit for you.