3 Ways to Collaborate with a Designer
“Full-service” isn’t the only option, but it is the best-kept secret.
There’s a persistent myth floating around that working with an interior designer is all or nothing. Either you’re handing over the keys to your house and your checkbook… or you’re picking out tile alone at 10 p.m. while stress-eating Pirate’s Booty. Spoiler alert: there’s a better way.
Actually, there are three better ways.
At House of Huck, we believe in smart, strategic collaboration—tailored to your lifestyle, your timeline, and how hands-on (or not) you want to be. Here’s how you can work with a designer at different levels of involvement, and what you can expect from each.
1. Full-Service Interior Design
This is the white-glove, high-impact experience we’re best known for—and what most of our clients choose.
From space planning to sourcing, from site visits to install day styling, we handle everything. You get one main point of contact, one beautifully organized plan, and zero mid-project meltdowns.
We collaborate with architects, builders, and trusted trades from the ground up—or step in during a renovation to ensure your home lives as beautifully as it looks. Think of it as luxury on autopilot.
Best for: Busy professionals, out-of-state homeowners, and anyone who wants a turnkey transformation without babysitting the process.
Pro tip: If you’re building new or gut-renovating, bring us in before the contractor. A cohesive design vision upfront saves time, money, and a whole lot of “I didn’t know it would look like that.”
2. Furnishings Design Only
Already built? Finished with the renovation? Time to furnish? We’ve got you.
This service gives you everything our full-service design gives you, minus the construction documentation (because like, you don’t need that anymore)
You get the elevated House of Huck aesthetic and strategy—without full-scale project management. It’s perfect for clients who love design, trust our taste are ready for a beautifully curated home.
Best for: Clients who don’t need construction services. “Just” a beautifully designed space.
Pro tip: Treat this like a blueprint. Deviate too far mid-project (hello, Pinterest detours), and you’ll lose the magic. Trust the plan.
3. One-Time Design Consultations
Yes, we do one-off consults—and no, it’s not just for quick opinions on paint colors (though we’ll do that too).
This is for homeowners who need a professional eye on a specific challenge: rethinking a floor plan, refreshing a single room, or getting a sanity check before you demo the powder room. In one or two hours, we can solve problems you’ve been spinning on for months.
We’ll record the virtual meeting so you can execute yourself—or turn into a bigger project down the line.
Best for: Homeowners at the beginning of a project, or anyone stuck in design decision fatigue.
Pro tip: Come prepared. Photos, floor plans, inspo images—the more you bring, the more value we can pack into the session.
The House of Huck Take
Design collaboration isn’t one-size-fits-all. Whether you want a trusted partner from concept to install, or just need a clear plan to run with—we’re here to elevate your space and simplify your life.
Because good design isn’t just about how it looks. It’s about how it feels to get there.
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