Interior Design

Coordinate room layouts, materials and finishes with the architecture. Define the selections and details your project needs before work begins.

How does interior design relate to the architecture?

Interior design considers how a room feels and functions alongside its layout and building details. Flooring, cabinetry, fixtures and lighting choices influence both everyday use and the overall appearance.

For a renovation, consider these decisions alongside the architectural changes. A kitchen layout, for example, needs to account for storage and movement as well as the relationship to adjoining rooms.

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Which selections should we discuss early?

Begin with the items that affect layout, dimensions or construction: cabinetry, appliances, plumbing fixtures and major finishes. Establish the overall direction before refining smaller details.

Confirm the scope of selection assistance in the proposal. Furniture, decorative styling and specialty lighting may involve different responsibilities from architectural finish selections.

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Can a new kitchen fit the character of an older home?

Yes, a kitchen update can be considered alongside the details that give the house its character. Identify the elements you want to retain before deciding on the new layout and materials.

Refreshed Victorian combined a new kitchen with restoration of original period details in a circa-1850s Italianate Victorian. The project provides an example of updating a home while retaining its identity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I choose finishes?

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Choose finishes early enough for their dimensions, installation requirements, cost and availability to inform the project. The exact sequence depends on the design and procurement schedule. Ask which choices must be settled before pricing or construction.

Can existing features be retained in a renovation?

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Discuss the features you value at the start. Their condition and relationship to the proposed work will influence what can be retained, restored or incorporated into the design.

Does interior design include buying furniture?

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Do not assume furniture purchasing or styling is included in an architectural scope. Describe the help you want and confirm the agreed services and purchasing responsibilities in the proposal.

What is the next step for my project?

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Share your property location, goals and available documents with the studio. An initial conversation can identify the questions to resolve and the appropriate scope for a proposal.

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Ready to discuss Interior Design? Share your project details and the studio will follow up to discuss the next step.

Robie J. Wood Architect

Licensed Architect - NJ, NY, PA, VA

Location 704 Center Street
Garwood, NJ 07027
Phone 908-591-8543
Business Hours
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed · Meetings by appointment

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