Our Full Service Design Process: Step by Step
Explore our full-service design process from start to finish. From the first spark of inspiration to the final installation, we guide every step with care, creativity, and attention to detail. See how we transform your vision into a cohesive, functional, and beautiful space that reflects your lifestyle and personality.
At Sarah Jacquelyn Interiors, we believe a beautifully designed home should feel as effortless as it looks. Our full service design process is thoughtfully structured to guide you from the first conversation through the final installation, with clarity, creativity, and attention to every detail along the way. Whether we are reimagining a single room or transforming an entire home, our approach is rooted in collaboration, trust, and a deep understanding of how you want to live in your space.
We guide each project through a series of clearly defined phases so you always know what to expect and what comes next. From initial discovery and concept development to detailed design, procurement, and installation, each step builds on the last with intention and care. This structured approach allows us to stay organized, communicate openly, and ensure every decision is aligned with your vision, resulting in a seamless and enjoyable experience from start to finish.
We’ll take you through our award-winning bathroom project to show exactly what to expect at every step of the process.
Let’s Get Started
The first step is the “Let’s Get Started” phase, where the vision begins to take shape. We create a curated mood board and color palette that captures the overall direction of the home, setting the tone for everything that follows. It is not about locking into exact pieces or final decisions, but about establishing the feeling, layering inspiration, and defining a cohesive aesthetic that reflects how you want your space to live and feel.
Pre-Design
The “Pre-Design” phase is all about understanding the space in its current state. We take detailed measurements and carefully document everything from outlets and switches to vents, lighting, and plumbing locations. This step ensures we have a complete and accurate foundation to design from, allowing us to anticipate challenges, maximize functionality, and move forward with confidence.
Schematic Design
The Schematic Design phase is where ideas begin to take form in a more tangible way. We study each element and how it relates to the larger context of your home, ensuring everything works together cohesively. Through 2D line drawings and detailed furniture plans, we explore layout options while carefully considering scale and proportion to create a balanced, functional, and well thought out design.
Design Development
The Design Development phase is where everything becomes more refined and intentional. We solve problems and analyze the best functional and aesthetic solutions for your space, fine-tuning every detail along the way. This is when we source the actual products, colors, textures, and finishes, ensuring everything works together seamlessly. We carefully consider elements of design while also thinking through cleanability and your day-to-day lifestyle, so the final design not only looks beautiful but truly supports how you live.
Project Facilitation
The Project Facilitation phase is where the design begins to come to life. We prepare detailed documentation for installers and contractors so everything is clearly communicated and you are not fielding constant questions. At this stage, we also begin ordering all products and carefully track each item to ensure it arrives in pristine condition. Our goal is to keep the process running smoothly, organized, and aligned with the vision we have created together
Installation
The Installation phase is where everything comes together, and the vision becomes reality. We oversee the job site to ensure every detail is executed according to plan, coordinating with contractors and managing the final layers of the design. From placement to finishing touches, we make sure the space is completed with care, resulting in a polished and cohesive home that feels as good as it looks.
Enjoy Your New Space
And just like that, your project is complete! It’s time to enjoy your beautifully transformed space. We love seeing the before and after shots and witnessing how a thoughtful design can completely elevate the way a home feels and functions.
