Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where are you located?

A. I am in Green Brook, NJ – and currently work within Somerset County. I frequent Bay Head, Lavallette, and Mantoloking as well!

Q. Do I have to take off of work in order to work with an interior designer?

A. Absolutely not! The beauty of working with me is that I do everything for you. Once you and I have discussed and agree on your project, I’ll do the rest! In a few months, your project will be completed without any interruptions in your normal routine.

Q. How does Decorating Den Interiors work?

A. All of our appointments will be in your home. That way, we can coordinate our product selections with your existing furnishings to be sure that everything fits perfectly. We will save you so much time because you won’t have to go from store to store searching for the perfect products. I will bring all the samples to you and this will make it easier for you to see how everything goes together.

Q. How can you offer free design services?

A. If you decide to work with me on your project, my design services are included in the price of the products that you purchase from me. Our extensive variety of products means that we can always find a solution that works for you and your investment level. Learn more about my Fees for Services.

Q. How much does a typical interior design project cost?

A. I work with over a hundred suppliers in order to provide my clients with not only a large selection of products to choose from, but products that accommodate their investment level and sense of style. For example, a typical design project for a living room starts at around $17,000. This would include everything from upholstery, tables, artwork, floor coverings, lighting, window treatments and accessories.

Q. What happens at my first appointment?

A. At our first appointment, we will discuss everything that you envision for your space, from furnishings to color choices, style and function of the room.  I will take a 15-20 minute tour of your home to get a good sense of your lifestyle and future decorating plans. Then, we will sit down and discuss how much you would be comfortable spending on your project. This helps me determine which products to choose for you in order to stay within your investment level.

Q. How do I determine my budget?

A. I can help you with determining your level of investment as this depends on what products are needed to create your dream room. We have over a hundred suppliers, all with different price points, so that we may accommodate how much our clients are comfortable investing in their home.

Q. Is there a minimum and maximum project size?

A. I can work on as many rooms as you like all at once or one room at a time. The more rooms we are working on however, the more time I will need to find products within your style and investment level.

Q. Will you be working with existing pieces/furnishings that are in the room?

A. Absolutely! As long as your pieces/furnishings are in good shape and they fit the style of color scheme that we have planned – I have access to a wide variety of products that can work with your current space.

Q. Do you shop with me in stores?

A. No. The best part of working with me is that I do all the work. I shop for you and present you with a few choices, all of which will work in our design. You and I work together to choose what products you like the best and from there, I do the rest.

Q. What is the time frame to get products in/delivered?

A. Under normal circumstances, it typically takes about 2-3 months, but with COVID and the shortage of materials, products are taking a bit longer to come in. Realistically, clients should plan on the completion of their projects to take around 4-6 months. This, I’m sure, will go back to normal once we overcome the effects of COVID.

Q. Is it returnable?

A. Custom made products are typically not returnable and it’s up to the manufacturers and suppliers to decide if they will accept returns. Also, they may charge a restocking fee, not to mention the cost of shipping the items back. However, if something is damaged, then yes, it will be returned or repaired at no cost to you.

Q. Can I get a plan and shop retail?

A. Time is money and with me, you will save both. You get value by working with a Decorating Den owner because we do everything for you, but this also means we don’t necessarily have the time to invest in outside vendors. We work closely with our suppliers and know our products. Our clients trust us to deliver beautiful rooms with quality. Plus, should anything go wrong with anything we sell, even years down the road, we will either come to your home ourselves or send someone out to repair it.