The Nuts & Bolts of Starting an Interior Design Business

Are friends and family members constantly phoning to bounce design ideas off you? Do you study interior design or work for an architect or design firm? It might be time to launch your own venture, or at least gain a better understanding of the legal requirements and hurdles involved in doing so. This class will help you turn your raw design talent into a viable business. Lauren will share the insider information that is never covered in Shelter Magazines or Interiors Blogs but is crucial to know before you take the plunge. 

Topics will include: 

1. Opening a business in NYC: 

-registering with the city and state, acquiring an EIN and tax ID 

-paying and collecting sales tax per state and country 

-LLCs vs. Corporations 

2. Fee structures: -charging for clients large and small 

-receiving proper compensation for your work without alienating clients 

3. The 5 phases of an interior design project: 

-conceptualizing, planning, selecting, purchasing, installing 

4. Growing your business:

-publicizing and standing out in a very competitive marketplace 

-maintaining great relations with clients and vendors to ensure referrals and return business