Our Process

Exceptional design begins with understanding who you are—your values, lifestyle, and personality— balanced by intuitive vision and concrete investment goals. That’s why we’ve developed a comprehensive process for developing a working relationship and design framework anchored in listening and transparent collaboration.

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  • 01 | Discovery 

    We begin with a relaxed conversation overviewing your vision, needs, and expectations—while giving you a feel for how we work. It’s the first step in seeing if we’re the right team to bring your dream to life.

  • 02 | In-Home Walk-through

    We meet at your home to uncover its potential and gain a deeper understanding of your lifestyle, design aesthetic, and investment considerations.

  • 03 | Design Assessment & Review

    We’ll pull all our collective insights into a beautiful, distilled guide of moodboards and tailored recommendations. Then, we’ll sit down together to refine your priorities and decide on the best next steps.

  • 04 | Agreement & Project Launch

    Once you’re ready, we finalize the agreement and celebrate the exciting beginning of your home’s transformation journey.

  • 05 | Design Development

    We initiate the creative process with space planning, finishes, furnishings, and sketches—then refine layouts, materials, and lighting into a cohesive, approved design.

  • 06 | Documentation & Bidding

    We prepare detailed construction documents, finishes schedules, and FF&E specifications, then guide the bidding process, contractor selection and advise on experienced craftspeople.

  • 07 | Construction

    We oversee implementation on-site to ensure quality, design implementation and FF&E (Furnishings, Fixtures and Equipment) installation.

  • 08 | Completion & Celebration

    We finish with a final site inspection, add optional styling or staging touches, and hand over your Tailored Home Handover Book—a complete guide to caring for your home so you can enjoy it beautifully and confidently for years to come.


“I was introduced to Sher and Jori through a trusted referral, and that gave me the confidence to move forward knowing they could bring my vision to life… and I am so grateful I did!”

— Judie C.
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