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This has become a do-it-yourself world. And why shouldnt it be? We live in an era where any tidbit of information can be found on the internet. With a click of a button we can get the scoop on anything from artisans in India to wall niches.

When it comes to decorating your home, there are so many recources available to decorate a room or an entire house yourself. Some folks are naturally talented at this and usually create wonderful designs. However, there are some people that despite the wealth of instruction available, just dont know where to begin, or once in the midst of redecorating, realize that theyve made some costly mistakes. Frustrated, they just stop, leaving semi-finished rooms or dont tackle the project at all.

At any point in time when there is something that is not in the scope of our expertise, we turn to professionals. We hire accountants to handle the bookkeeping, roofers to fix a leak, and mechanics to repair the car.

So why not hire an interior designer to lead you through the design process?

Avoiding Costly Mistakes: Most people have the impression that professional designers are too expensive. On the contrary, developing the budget is a partnership between the client and the designer. Interior designers are educated and trained to help homeowners assess needs and determine where to spend and where to save. They prioritize expenses while creating an interior within a targeted budget thus avoiding costly mistakes.

Visualizing the finished Product: It can be very challenging visualizing how a finished product will appear. Interior designers communicate concepts and help you understand the design process. They articulate your ideas and help you visualize the finished product.

Saving Time: Peoples lives are busier than ever. Amid dual income couples, long commutes and childrens soccer weekends there is precious little time left for leisure let alone finding the time to decorate a home. An interior designer can save you a great deal of legwork. They can do all the browsing in showrooms selecting materials, fabrics and furnishings. After all the selections are made, a plan is put into place and sample boards and plans are brought to you for your approval.

Hiring a reputable interior designer can prove to be an efficient and time saving investment. Not only will you have an environment that meets your needs and budget but also an aesthetically pleasing home for you and your family. Remember, if youre feeling overwhelmed despite all the information that is available, your interior designer will lead you through the design process.

Coming soon: Interior Decorating: How to Hire an Interior Designer

Written by Debbie Greene, ASID. Debbie Greene is a professional Interior Designer and owner Of DC Designs, Inc. in Atlanta, Georgia. Debbie is also the creator of www.ratemyroom.net the only website in which viewers and decorating enthusuiasts can rate photos of decorated rooms, write reviews and give advice. Please contact Debbie at www.dcdesignsinteriors.com or visit www.ratemyroom.net to submit you decorated room. The weekly feature page will prominately display the room with the highest ratings