FAQs

+ How does the Britt White Studio design process work?

Every project starts with understanding what you’re trying to achieve, how the space needs to work and what matters most to you. From there, the process is tailored to the project and the service you need. For a full Interior Design project, that will typically move through Initial Consultation, Concept Development, Trade Day, Design Development (detailed design, materials and specifications), Documentation and Trade Coordination coordination before the project moves into construction, procurement and installation.

Smaller or more focused engagements, such as Materials Specification or Furniture Curation, follow a simpler path designed around the decisions that need to be made.

Throughout the process, we keep the direction clear, communicate what’s coming next and make sure the many decisions involved feel manageable rather than overwhelming.

+ How long does an Interior Design project take?

Every project is different and timing will depend on the scope, complexity and stage of the project. As a general guide, our Interior Design process typically follows:

Stage 1: Initial Consult — 1–2 weeks

Stage 2: Briefing, Concept & Schematic — 2–3 weeks

Stage 3: Trade Day — 2–3 weeks

Stage 4: Design Development — 4–6 weeks

Stage 5: Documentation Pack — 1–2 weeks

Stage 6: Tender & Estimation — 2–3 weeks

Stage 7: Design Management — for the length of construction

Stage 8: Hand Over — 2–3 weeks

Stage 9: Follow Up — 1 month and 6 months after completion

These timeframes are indicative rather than fixed. Builder availability, approvals, project complexity, procurement lead times, site conditions and of course client personality can all influence the programme. At the beginning of your project, we’ll establish a realistic timeline based on the actual scope and keep you informed as it progresses.

+ How do your fees work?

Our fees are tailored to the scope, complexity and level of support required for each project.

For larger Interior Design projects, we typically prepare a fixed fee for the agreed design scope, with any additional services or work outside that scope clearly outlined before they proceed. Some services may also be charged on an hourly or day-rate basis where that better suits the engagement.

For procurement, purchasing and project-related ordering, the applicable fees or margins are set out clearly in your proposal and agreement before we begin.

The important part is that you understand what is included, what may sit outside the agreed scope and how any additional work will be charged. We aim to keep fees transparent from the outset so there are no unnecessary surprises later.

+ Can you work with my architect, builder or existing project team?

Absolutely! Many of our projects involve working alongside architects, building designers, builders and other consultants from the outset or joining a project that is already underway.

Our role is to bring the interior together while collaborating closely with the wider team, making sure design intent, materials, documentation and practical requirements stay aligned as the project develops.

The earlier we’re involved, the easier it is to coordinate decisions and avoid unnecessary changes later, but we’re equally comfortable stepping into an established team where the right foundations are already in place.

+ What drawings, samples and documentation do you provide?

The level of documentation depends on the scope of the project, but for full Interior Design engagements we prepare everything needed to help you clearly understand, experience and approve the design before it moves into construction.

This may include floor plans, elevations, joinery drawings, lighting and electrical layouts, material and finish schedules, fixture selections and other project specific details.

We also source and present physical samples wherever possible, because colour, texture and materiality are far easier to understand when you can see and touch them in real life. 3D renders are an increasingly important part of our design process. They allow you to experience the space before anything is built, understand how the different elements work together and confidently approve the direction before detailed information is issued to builders and trades.

Once the design is agreed, the documentation then becomes the shared reference for the wider project team, helping ensure the finished space reflects what you approved. The aim is simple: you understand it, you love it and you’re confident in it before it leaves the studio.

+ What happens in the Initial Consultation?

The Initial Consultation is the first step in every Britt White Studio project. It gives us the opportunity to understand your goals, priorities, budget, timeline and where the project is currently up to.

We’ll use the session to clarify the brief, identify the service or combination of services needed, discuss any known constraints and establish the likely scope of work.

From there, we can prepare a clear proposal or statement of work so you understand what’s involved before moving forward.

+ Do you manage the build or construction process?

We stay closely involved during construction to help ensure the design intent is carried through as intended. In most projects, Britt White Studio becomes the first port of call for builders and trades when design questions arise. That means we can clarify details, review samples and shop drawings, attend site where needed and resolve design-related issues without every question being pushed back to you.

We don’t replace the builder or construction manager. They remain responsible for programming, site management, trades, safety and delivery of the build itself.

Our role is to stay connected to the project from the design side, reducing the burden on you while helping make sure what was approved in the studio is what ultimately gets built.

+ Can you work with me if I’m not based in Bright?

Absolutely. While Britt White Studio is based in Bright, we work regularly in Sydney and with clients across Australia.

Depending on the project, much of the design process can be managed remotely through video meetings, shared presentations, 3D renders, samples and detailed documentation, with site visits scheduled at the stages where being there in person adds the most value.

We’ve delivered projects across Victoria, Sydney, Brisbane and further afield, so distance is something we plan for rather than something that gets in the way.

The result is the same collaborative process, wherever your project happens to be.

+ I’m not sure which service I need. Can you help?

Absolutely. Every Britt White Studio project begins with an Initial Consultation, where we take the time to understand what you’re hoping to achieve, what stage the project is at and where you need support.

From there, we can confirm the brief, recommend the right service or combination of services, define the scope of work and discuss the budget required to deliver it.

You don’t need to have everything figured out before you get in touch. The Initial Consultation is designed to give the project clarity from the start.