Examples of Designers Rates?

Designers' rates vary based on the room, the size, the level of luxury needed, and their own experience and portfolio. Larger firms may charge in multiple ways on the same project, adding other service fees to the home design fee.

Design Fees Structure

	Examples of Design Fees Structure
Fee Structure	Details
Designer's Experience	Junior Designer $ Average Designer $$ Principal Designer $$$
Purchase Fees	Different percentages on top of the cost of items like rugs, lamps, sofas, etc.
CAD Drawings	CAD and architectural drawings cost extra.
Management Fee	Typically 25% of the job
Travel Fees	½ of the designer’s hourly rate
Reimbursable Expenses	Proven with receipts for out-of-pocket expenses

	Examoles of Design Payment Structure
Payment Structure	Details
Retainer or Deposit	Nonrefundable upfront deposit of 10% of estimated project cost.
Design Fee Installments	1 @ 50% 2 @ 10% 3 @ 15% 4 @ 15%
Product Deposit	Firms may require 50% deposit for furnishings they will purchase.
Late Fees	X% per day / week / month