INTERIOR DESIGN FEES STRUCTURE

Many fears and misunderstandings are generated by the different way interior designers charge for what appears to be a similar service. An important part of our policy is to offer a no-obligation first meeting that is completely free of charge. You can test the water without any risk and if you decline our services we promise not to hound you.

The following fee structure is for residential clients served. For maximum flexibility we incorporate two breakpoints in our fee structure. This allows you to determine precisely the level of involvement of our company in your project.

DESIGN STAGE

Initial Meeting-FREE OF CHARGE.

Subsequent Meetings-PHP 2,000.00.

Design Fee- PHP 5,000.00 per room, including sample board. The design fee covers outsourcing of all fabrics, wall and floor coverings, acquisition of samples and brochures and standard room survey.

3D Drawings- colour rendered drawings of room schemes can be provided at cost, if client requires.

Sourcing of furniture, light fittings and accessories- this is recommended to achieve the full implementation of the designed interior.

PROGRESS STAGE

Contracts and Planning
- All designs drawings required to detail the project are included in the design fees. Drawing alteration beyond those considered reasonable during the collaborative design process is charged per hour, Photo copies are charged at cost. Preparation and submission of appropriate application for consent to local authority, if required- These are charge per hour. (Please contact us for our rates.)
(From this point---You may choose to implement the design yourself at this stage. The design materials and drawings will facilitate this.)

Building and Decorating Specifications- Once the design is approved the client has the option to commission full building and decorating specifications for each room. These are highly desirable documents used to detail the works required to the contractor for quotation purposes and to guide the activities of the contractor during the project itself. These are charge per square meter. (You may contact us for rates.)
(From this point--- You are fully equipped to find, appoint and manage your own contractor.)

Co-ordination of Contractors- PICAN INTERIOR DEISGNS offer Project Management or may act as your Contractor to achieve the full implementation of the design. We can however recommend a qualified Project Manager who can organise tenders and oversee the works on site.

SUPPLY STAGE

Supply of Materials (Residential)
- Fabrics, wall papers, furniture, accessories, floor coverings etc. are supplied at trade price plus 20% handling. A detailed quotation is supplied for the client's approval prior to the placement of any purchase orders.

Supply of Materials (Commercial) - We charge a negotiated handling commission based on a percentage of the total cost price of the supply contract. We reserve the right to decide the commercial status of any potential project and proof of status will be required.

Disbursements
- Standard postage, telephone, travel and parking are included. Overseas phone call and faxes are charged at cost. Photocopies of design drawings are charged at cost. Special couriers are charged at cost.

Payment of Account
- A design fee deposit of 60% is payable upon engagement with the remainder payable upon delivery of sample board or design drawings. A deposit of 70% (100% in the case of fabrics, trimmings, wall coverings and furniture items) against detailed quotation for materials required to facilitate ordering. Remaining balance payable upon terms set out in agreement in between.

VAT- All fees and charges are subject to VAT at the current rate.

(NOTE: These fees are subject without prior notice. Last update August 25, 2009.)

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