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Interior Design Services

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At iForest, the most important part of any space is YOU. When we look at any kind of budget or pull out a sketch pad, we want to get to know you. How do you see your family spending a rainy day afternoon? What do you do for relaxation after a long day in the office? We want to get to know what makes your home feel like yours.
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Always Ready to Assist You

For projects of all sizes, our design team provides a variety of expertise and skill sets. Our experience has shown us that there is a process for everything. We believe that a well-thought-out design starts with a creative approach that’s mindful of even the smallest details. Like-minded clients will appreciate how we take it above and beyond, not just in our design but in our carefully coordinated, well-crafted strategy.

Frequently Asked Questions

We love our clients and feel that being open and honest right from the start can help us create a strong, collaborative relationship and eliminate confusion. So, as you begin your design journey, we’ve put together some answers to commonly asked questions you may find helpful.

Sometimes it’s hard to understand the value of a designer when there seems to be so much on the internet that tells homeowners how to do their own design work. Indeed, you can do it yourself, but a designer will:

  • Determine and design the correct sizing of furniture or built-ins and work out the best room layout.
  • Offer suggestions or shopping locations you may not have thought of or have heard about.
  • Provide valuable time management solutions and eliminate slowdowns in decision making.
  • Create more effective communication between you and the contractor.
  • Interpret your ‎vision into something achievable.
  • Bring experience to the table as well as trades, companies, or suppliers that have a good record of service.
  • Be a calming presence during what can be a difficult time for some people.
  • A designer is your advocate onsite, making sure you get the best space possible. They can often see things that contractors missed.

We will look at your space, examine the current condition of your home, and determine in which direction to move the project forward.

‎In this meeting, you can share your wish list, describe your desires, discuss your design needs and budget. It is really helpful if you have an existing floor plan. Otherwise, we will take measurements for the draft planning and estimate.

Since we are a design-build company, our fees are a percentage of the total cost which includes all design, 3D modelling, project coordination, and management. This includes 3 free functional space plans. We can modify them until you are satisfied and sign off. Also, during the construction, if there are any changes needed to accommodate the structural condition, we will change the design accordingly for free.

If a permit is required, the structural and architectural drawings will be charged separately.

While every project is different, we can give you an estimate of what you will need to spend to achieve your desired outcome. We will also work with you to create and stick to a budget based on your project’s scope of work. Some things to consider when creating a budget include how involved in the design process you want to be and how quickly you can make decisions.

If you want a general idea, go shopping. For instance, go to retailers where you would purchase things from; not the cheapest place. Remember you’re improving your home. Check out the price of a sofa, hardwood furniture (tables, etc.), and bathroom fixtures. This will give you an idea of how to gauge the cost of things realistically.

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Design-Build vs. Traditional Construction

When you choose between design-build and traditional construction, it helps to have the facts. Fortunately, there are plenty available. Studies conclude that using the design-build method provides superior results from other construction options in terms of:

Time and Money Efficiency

All studies show that having the design and build Team working under one roof allows for efficient and effective communication, thus, minimizing the likelihood in change of orders allowing for much valued time and money saving purposes.

Schedule

Studies prove that design-build projects complete significantly faster (up to 33%) than traditional construction projects. Working with an architect requires waiting for designs to be drawn and approved before bidding with contractors. DESIGN+BUILD employs both designers and project managers to ensure that your project gets started promptly.

Accountability

Since all the team members of your design and build firm are in-house, there is no lack of accountability. When designers and contractors are on the same team, there is no confusion finding the fault source if something goes wrong. This accountability means that project timelines or budgetary conflicts are resolved swiftly.

Success Stories From Our Clients...
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Hey that’s our house! Thanks Joe, Angela and Gillian. We would highly recommend iForest Design and Build for an amazing job! Well done! We couldn’t be happier with the results. Smooth sailing the whole way through and many weeks ahead of schedule. Thanks for accommodating our idiosyncratic tastes and whims along the way, we really appreciate the way you were able to integrate our existing taste and feel while updating the kitchen and bathroom to give a more modern fresh look. Barb and I thoroughly enjoyed your process and the way you kept us updated with detailed progress reports. It was an absolute pleasure dealing with you and we especially love the personal touches. All the best with future projects. Two thumbs up!!
Wing Su and Barb
Angela and Gillian are not the first interior designers we have worked with but they are, by far, the best. Angela and Gillian have a unique ability to hone in on their client’s design style. They prepared a layout( which they referred to as a ‘dream board’) that beautifully fused modern with traditional elements, integrated the old with the new and transformed our home into a welcoming statement of who we are. We were amazed at how they were able to find beautiful, unique pieces (elements we would certainly never find on our own) that when brought together always seemed to be “just perfect” and “exactly what we envisioned”. From start to finish Angela and Gillian were always very professional, delivering on time, on budget and above expectation. I am not a person who is easily impressed, but in this case, I am happy to say my expectations were exceeded and I could not recommend iForest Design and Build highly enough.
Ruth and PaulBurnaby BC
"We feel so fortunate to have hired Angela and Gillian for our entire ground floor renovation. Let me tell you, renovations can be really tough. But having Gillian and Angela by your side through the whole process really made a world of difference. They are professional, experienced, design super savvy and have a genuine disposition. In no time, you feel like you're working with a good friend who really gets you. They are talented yet humble and really pay close attention to our particular style and taste. They helped us realize our vision for which we are truly grateful. We highly recommend iForest Design and Build and their entire team. We particularly appreciated working with Joe, their contractor who was very responsive and attentive to our needs. You won’t be disappointed.
MarcVancouver, BC
Gillian and Angela are a delightful pair, they exude warmth and genuine love for their art. As a team they have a unique ability to read people’s needs and this shows in their work/results. They are able to turn a house into a beautiful home. Each room offers an experience where you know every detail has been considered. You will feel fully supported. My first interaction with Angela instilled Confidence and trust in me. She is a long time Vancouver resident with years of experience running her own furniture business. Gillian has a unique ability to read people and see beyond their words and yet has this firecracker strength to get things done effectively and efficiently which allows them to work so beautifully as a Team. I would highly recommend the entire Team at iForest Design and Build.
JenniferVancouver, BC
Angela and Gillian made our home feel like an oasis, and we couldn't be happier. They have a unique ability to bring together ‘old world’ charm with modern flair. Given their diverse backgrounds and talents this is a unique and brilliant combination. They were able to integrate the more classic pieces of furniture with more modern influences using lighting, splashes of colour and specific design skills that we would never have been able to come up with on our own. Gillian did all the sourcing and running around which made the process effortless, efficient and very effective. We were delighted with the entire iForest Team. Joe their contractor is very organized and responsive as well as being incredibly reliable.
ElaineBC
"I hired iForest Design and Build to furnish my new townhouse. Angela and Gillian interviewed me to understand my needs and the kind of place I like to live in. They surveyed the new home and designed a set of outcomes for the furnishings. They provided the colour palette for my new home and also picked the furnishings including all the décor, and many other design details ……… One word: Amazing!!! I love my new place and everyone who visits has commented on how beautifully designed it is. Money well spent!!"
MargoVancouver BC
"Thanks Angela and Gillian, we really appreciate everything you have done for us. We love your design choices... Your warmth, caring and sense of humor during the renovation process helped us through the rough spots. We couldn't have survived it without you!" Joe is very organized and detail-oriented as well as being incredibly reliable…He represents a high level of professionalism both with the quality of work produced as well as on a personal level.
WendyVancouver, BC
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