Esher
Delphine Collard Interiors is a design studio and consultancy established in Esher and founded by Delphine Collard in 2012. Delphine has a BA(Hons) in Management from the University of London and an Honors Diploma in Interior Design from the KLC School of Design.
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2 customer reviews
thospitz
Delphine throughout the project was extremely responsive, enthusiast and brought fresh ideas.
We initially asked her to work on our electrical plans.
She was very thorough in taking the brief and worked with us throughout the design process to ensure it was entirely tailored to how we will use th...
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guli_carellas
Delphine (DECO DESIGNS) was fantastic in helping me with my "curtains project" for my living room. She encouraged me to consider more adventurous options, whilst respecting my personal style. Her professionally made drawings helped me to visualise her suggestions and make my final choice that much e... More...
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What’s your interior design process?
I work according to the Royal Institute of British Architects' Plan of Works:
0) STRATEGIC DEFINITION
- Initial free consultation
- Drawing up scope document
- Free quotation
- Letter of Appointment
1) PREPARATION AND BRIEF
- New Client Brief Meeting
- Survey
- Start drawings
- Brief development
2) DESIGN
- Mood Board
- Concept Board
- Concept design
3) DEVELOPED DESIGN
- Presentation to client
- Approvals and signatures
4) TECHNICAL DESIGN
- Electrical, bespoke furniture and other technical plans
- Drawing up of tender documentation
- Drawing up of various decorating instructions
- Product orders
5) CONSTRUCTION
- Project Management
6) HANDOVER AND CLOSE-OUT
- Snag list
- Final invoicing
Which interior design styles can you cater for?
I cater for all styles and if I was to have a preference I would say Arts and Crafts and Art Déco. They are opposite styles as one is functional, whereas the other is decorative and uses lots of very luxurious materials.
What do you love most about your job?
My biggest reward is to have a satisfied and very happy client as a result of achieving what they needed, on time, and on budget.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I have always had a creative mind and have always been drawn to crafts: I have tried my hand at many things including painting (oil, acrylic, water colour), pottery, mosaic, sewing and of course decorating and DIY.
Why should our clients choose you?
The initial free consultation is an opportunity to meet face to face and to see whether the client and I are a good match to work together. I do my best to put the client at ease by listening carefully to what they need and more importantly how much they want to spend on a project.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
I can do either depending on the client's preference.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
I have read the government guidance regarding work visits to people's homes and I have made sure to be prepared for it.
Bathroom Design
Layout of different elements for optimal use of space.
Room Design
Furniture layout, selection of colours and furnishings as well as sourcing.