Your Interior Design Consultant in Portland
Designer by Your Side: Interior design consulting for remodels and home projects.
A designer in your corner, on your timeline.
You want to do this yourself… mostly. You just don’t want to do it alone.
Designer by Your Side gives you a dedicated bank of design hours to use when and how you need them, from the first big decisions to the final details. We take on a limited number of Designer by Your Side clients each season so every project gets our full attention.
Guidance for every decision along the way.
Use your hours for:
Layout and furniture planning
Paint colors, finishes and materials
Remodel selections: tile, countertops, cabinetry, plumbing fixtures and lighting
Reviewing quotes and selections before you buy
Showroom and vendor visits together
Questions by text, email or video as decisions come up
Mood boards and floor plans, as time allows within your hours
Is it right for you?
You’re renovating or furnishing and want a professional guiding the big calls
You like doing the legwork but want confidence before you spend
Your project spans several rooms or decisions over a few months
You’ve started on your own and feel stuck mid-project
How it works
Start with a conversation. Every Designer by Your Side engagement begins with a consultation or Mini Design Session, so we can make sure it’s the right fit for your project and our calendar. [Your consultation fee is credited toward your hours.]
Reserve your hours. Your 10-hour design bank is paid upfront and ready to use.
Use them your way. Site visits, showroom trips, virtual sessions and quick questions all draw from your bank, and we keep a running balance so you always know where you stand.
Add time if you need it. When you’re down to two hours, we’ll check in. Add a 5-hour block anytime.
Investment
10-hour design bank: $2,195 5-hour add-on: $1,100
Hours are used within [90 days] of purchase.
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Want help with furnishings too?
Designer by Your Side clients can add our Furnishings Add-On. We’ll curate the rug, chair, lighting or art your room needs, with three hand-selected options per piece from trade-only sources you won’t find in retail stores, and place your order for you.
The Missing Piece · 1–3 pieces · $395 design fee
The Refresh · 4–6 pieces · $695 design fee
Furnishings are priced individually and purchased through Design With Refinement.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Designer by Your Side for? Homeowners who want to stay hands-on with their remodel or home project, with a designer guiding the important decisions. Because we take on a limited number of clients each season, every engagement begins with a consultation or Mini Design Session.
What counts toward my hours? All design time, including site and showroom visits, travel, virtual meetings, emails, texts, calls and follow-up notes. Time is tracked in [15-minute] increments, and we’ll share your running balance.
When are you available? We respond to messages during business hours, typically within one to two business days.
Do my hours expire? Yes. Hours are used within 90 days of purchase, which keeps your project moving and our calendar available for you.
What isn’t included? Designer by Your Side is guidance, not full service. Project management, contractor oversight, ordering (outside the Furnishings Add-On), receiving, delivery coordination and installation aren’t included. If you’d love it all handled, our Full-Service Design takes care of everything.
Can I use my hours for my remodel? Absolutely. Many clients use their hours to choose and confirm tile, countertops, cabinetry and fixtures, review quotes, and visit showrooms with their contractor’s selections in hand.
Is this available virtually? Yes. Hours can be used virtually nationwide or in person throughout the Greater Portland and Vancouver area.
How is this different from the Mini Design Session? The Mini Design Session is a single 2.5-hour session for one focused challenge. Designer by Your Side is ongoing guidance across rooms and decisions over several months.
Not the right fit? Explore our Mini Design Session or Signature Full-Service Design.

