That stack of designations matters.

We have families of four constantly rent our four and five bedroom properties because of design and views. 

They work a little different than a lot of designers.

My contract states I am paid 100% of design fees before permit filing and/or signed and sealed construction documents are released to any party.

I love the strategic side of design just as much as the creative side, especially when it comes to ROI and making properties market-ready.Since moving to Miami, I’ve primarily been focused on interior design projects for homeowners.

On one property we reduced the purchased price but did a $15k bill of sale given there was a lot of design and upgrades that went with the house.

This is admittedly unusual but we’ve found it really helps both the CPA and the client engage more, and communicate more in the process of designing a comprehensive strategy for both lowering taxes and analyzing all options a client may want to consider.

The type of design that works best really depends on your price point and target buyer, so I always look at recent comps to see what finishes are selling well.

Marry the house, date the rate.I placed design for the quadplex on the backburner for now in favor of designing an addition to my home.

Pairing that with the right financing and investor partners is how a lot of designers make the jump into ownership.