When Should You Hire an Interior Designer for Your Remodel?

Erin Haugerud
Sep 29
2 min read

A remodel is more than a construction project — it’s a reimagining of how you live every day. Whether you’re opening up a kitchen, creating a spa-like primary bath, or transforming an entire home, the decisions you make early in the process set the tone for everything that follows. One of the most important of those decisions? When to hire your interior designer.

At EH Design, we believe true luxury isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing less, with better results. That begins the moment your remodel moves from dream to plan.

Cozy living room with a stone fireplace, gray armchair, striped pillow, floor lamp, and side table with a plant, under bright windows. — North Arm Project | EH Design

Why Timing Matters in a Remodel

Remodels involve countless moving parts: layouts, finishes, cabinetry, lighting, furniture, and more. If a designer isn’t involved early, you may face:

Rework & delays — when selections don’t fit the architectural plan.
Overwhelm — too many choices without a clear vision.
Missed opportunities — overlooking details that could elevate your home from ordinary to extraordinary.

Hiring your designer at the start avoids costly backtracking and ensures every decision supports your vision.

Dark blue cabinet against white shiplap wall, brown bean bag in foreground, wooden table with potted plant, large TV on the right. — Minnetonka Beach | EH Design

The Ideal Time to Bring in an Interior Designer

The best time to hire a designer is as soon as you decide to remodel — ideally at the same time you’re choosing your builder or architect.

This early collaboration allows your designer to:

Shape the layout so it enhances both beauty and function.
Curate finishes and fixtures that work together seamlessly.
Act as your advocate with builders, ensuring the details of your lifestyle aren’t lost in the shuffle.

By joining the team early, we guide both you and your builder and architect with a clear, cohesive plan — avoiding overwhelm and creating a smoother experience from start to finish.

Modern kitchen with two metal chandeliers, a white ceramic vase with green leaves on a marble countertop, and stainless steel appliances. — Countryside Project | EH Design

What EH Design Brings to the Table

Our boutique process is designed to remove the stress of remodeling. We curate every finish, fixture, and furnishing so that by the time construction begins, the design is already complete. That means:

No guesswork for the builder.
No last-minute scrambling for you.
Every detail decided with intention and care.

The result? A remodel that doesn’t just update your home — it transforms the way you live.

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If you’re dreaming of a remodel in 2026, now is the perfect time to hire an interior designer for your remodel. By hiring your designer early, you’ll enjoy a streamlined process, a cohesive design, and a final result that feels beautifully tailored to your lifestyle.

✨ At EH Design, every remodel begins with your story — and ends with a home that feels like it was always meant to be yours.