Interior Design with purpose
INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES
Our interior design approach is grounded in creating spaces that feel considered, cohesive, and built to last. Led by Jessica, our Lead Designer with over a decade of experience in the Sea to Sky corridor, our team works closely with clients to design interiors that reflect how they live, not just how a space looks.
What sets GNAR apart is our integrated approach. Interior design is not treated as a separate phase, it is considered from the beginning alongside the building design. This results in spaces that feel fully connected, avoiding the disconnects and redesigns that often happen when interiors are brought in too late.
We believe great design comes from informed, intentional decisions, not simply higher budgets. Our process is collaborative and engaging, guiding you through each step to create a space that feels personal, functional, and aligned with your vision.
Our Interior Design Process
PHASE 1
DISCOVERY
INITIAL CONSULTATION/ PROPOSAL
Following your inquiry, we schedule a discovery consultation (on-site or virtual) to explore your project, objectives, timeline, and design aspirations. After this meeting, we provide a tailored proposal outlining project scope, fees, and next steps.
PHASE 2
DOCUMENTATION & PERMITTING
SITE ANALYSIS & DOCUMENTATION COLLECTION
We conduct a thorough site visit to capture precise measurements, photographs, and all relevant documentation, producing accurate existing-condition drawings.
PERMIT APPLICATION
If required, we manage the preparation and submission of documents for municipal or strata approvals, ensuring full compliance and a smooth regulatory process.
PHASE 3
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
CONCEPT DESIGN
Your vision is translated into a curated concept package, combining our expertise and creativity. This includes mood boards, spatial layouts, finishes, color palettes, and initial fixture selections—providing a clear direction before entering the technical design phase.
PHASE 4
DETAILED DESIGN & DOCUMENTATION
DEVELOPED DESIGN
We refine all design elements based on your feedback, finalizing appliances, fixtures, and finishes. Physical samples are curated for your review, and 3D renderings are produced as needed.
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION
A comprehensive set of detailed drawings and specifications is created for contractors and trades, ensuring precise execution and accurate costing. The finalized design is reviewed and approved before implementation.
PHASE 5
DESIGN EXECUTION OVERSIGHT
(upon request)
DESIGN EXECUTION OVERSIGHT
We manage the construction process on-site to ensure the design is executed as intended. This includes:
- Coordinating with contractors and trades
- Monitoring progress and verifying quality of work
- Addressing on-site challenges and updating drawings or specifications as needed
PHASE 6
DECOR, FURNITURE, STYLING
(upon request)
PROCUREMENT & COORDINATION
Our team oversees placement and installation, coordinating all elements on-site and adding finishing touches to fully realize the design vision.
INSTALLATION & STYLING
Our team oversees placement and installation, coordinating all elements on-site and adding finishing touches to fully realize the design vision.
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Interior Design FAQ's
Why hire an interior Designer?
Interior designers help translate your vision into a clear, cohesive design while thoughtfully planning spaces and guiding key decisions along the way. They anticipate challenges early, coordinate with your building designer / Architect and builder, and ensure details are resolved efficiently. This not only elevates the overall outcome, but also supports a smoother process and allows your builder to provide a more accurate and reliable construction budget based on a clearly defined design direction and scope.
When should interior design start in a project?
Interior design is most effective when engaged early, ideally in parallel with the building design phase. This integrated approach enables coordinated planning of layouts and supports confident decision-making around key elements such as window placement and plumbing fixture locations. Early collaboration helps streamline the process, maintain design consistency, and reduce the likelihood of revisions later on.
Do you offer interior design for renovations or only new builds?
We work on both renovations and new builds. For renovation projects, we help reimagine layouts, improve functionality, and ensure the updated spaces integrate seamlessly with the existing home, creating a cohesive and intentional overall design. For new builds, we collaborate from the early stages to shape spatial planning and key design decisions, ensuring a well-resolved and cohesive home from the ground up.
Do you help with furniture and styling?
Yes. Furniture selection and styling is an ideal part of our design process, as it ensures the space feels complete, cohesive, and intentional. This includes sourcing furniture, lighting, rugs, and accessories, as well as curating final styling details that bring warmth, balance, and personality to the finished space. This is an optional service and can be tailored depending on the level of support you need.
How does your interior design integrate with building design?
Our interior design is developed in close collaboration with the building design, using a shared 3D model to ensure full coordination from the outset. This aligns spatial planning, structure, and overall design intent, resulting in a more cohesive and well-resolved project.With both disciplines working closely together within the same team, the process is more efficient, with faster decision-making, fewer coordination issues, and reduced risk of costly errors, saving both time and money while improving overall project outcomes.
Ready To Get Started On Your Space
Whether you’re planning a renovation, new build, or refining an
existing home, we can help bring your vision to life.