At BC Designs, we specialise in delivering pure interior design services in Ottawa, meticulously tailored to meet the distinctive tastes, styles, and needs of each individual client. We have expertise in both residential and commercial designs across various scales. Every project we undertake is executed with the highest professional quality and utmost attention to detail. Our primary goal is to provide our clients with an easy and stress-free design process, assisting them in transforming their dreams and aspirations into aesthetically pleasing and fully functional spaces they can truly enjoy, live, or work in every day.
In-Home Design Consultation
Design Concept Development
Design Drawings Production
3D Design Renders Production
Materials & Finishes Selection
Furniture & Décor Selection
In-Home Design Presentation
Design Review & Modification
Building Permit Applications
Co-ordination with Contractor
Co-ordination with Specialists
Site Meetings with Project Manager
Weekly Job Site Visit with Client
Showroom Visits with Client
Furniture Installation on Site
Final Site Walk-Through with Client
Our interior design services guide you through a comprehensive, step-by-step journey, transforming your initial abstract ideas into a fully realized, buildable design concept for your residential or commercial space. This process culminates in a design environment you'll ultimately occupy, use, and enjoy.
Getting Started
To begin, we'll present a design fees proposal of the project for your consideration. Upon signing a standard Design Services Agreement, our formal design process will commence. The first step is a 1-hour in-home Design Consultation with your designer. During this meeting, we'll delve into your vision for the space and explore initial design directions tailored to your project. It provides an opportunity for the designer to survey the existing conditions of the rooms. Following this discussion, precise site measurements will be taken to facilitate the design phase of the project.
The Design Phase
The duration of the design process will vary based on the project's complexity, scale, and the designer's schedule. Once the design concept is fully developed, a Design Presentation will be scheduled with you, during which you'll have the valuable opportunity to provide feedback and request modifications to the proposed design. At the end of the presentation, you and the designer will formally agree upon the scope of any necessary changes. Your designer will then meticulously incorporate these agreed-upon revisions. We allow for up to two revisions without additional design fees. The interior design work is considered finalized upon completion of these agreed revisions.
Project Completion
Upon completion of the design process, you'll receive a comprehensive Design Package. This package includes a physical copy of all project drawings, 3D renders, and material selections/specifications produced by your designer. Additional copies can be ordered for an extra cost. This officially concludes our Interior Design Services for your project, and your signed Design Services Agreement will be considered wholly fulfilled.
Design Fees
For reference, design fees for a small project typically start from CAD $1,000. The final amount is determined by factors such as complexity, scale, and specific client requirements, etc. We highly recommend contacting us directly for a personalized quote.
To further support our clients, we offer optional Post-Design Services exclusively for projects we've designed. These services are designed to streamline the transition from design to construction and include:
Building Permit Applications: We will apply for necessary building permits on your behalf. Please be aware that permit approval times vary significantly, from a few weeks to several months, and are subject to city processes beyond our control.
Co-ordination with Contractor & Specialists: We'll attend meetings with your appointed general contractor and specialists to review design drawings and selected materials, ensuring clarity and alignment.
Site Meetings with Project Manager: We will provide essential design coordination with the assigned Project Manager throughout the construction phase.
Weekly Job Site Visit with Client: We will conduct weekly job site visits either with the client or on behalf of the client to document progress and monitor that the construction aligns with the approved design concept.
Furniture Installation on Site: We will co-ordinate with furniture suppliers and provide on-site supervision of the delivery and installation process of selected furniture, and verify the correct pieces are received.
Final Site Walk-Through with Client: Upon completion of construction, we'll arrange a 1-hour on-site walk-through with you to review the finished space.
At BC Designs, we specialize in the creative and technical planning of your space to ensure the design integrity of your vision. While we are dedicated to providing comprehensive design solutions, it is important to clarify that we do not provide contractor services or manage construction directly, nor are we affiliated with any local firms.
Clients are responsible for independently sourcing and appointing a reputable general contractor for the construction phase of their project. We act as your advocate during this transition, ensuring your design plans are understood, though BC Designs is not responsible for the performance or actions of any appointed contractors. You also have the full flexibility to manage this phase of the project independently if you prefer.