Here are our top tips...

• Create a Brief - The more thorough your brief the better
• Budget - set yourself a budget and be realistic
• Timescales - Know when you are looking for the work to be completed
• Do your research on your designer - ask yourself the following questions:
• Are they qualified?
• Do they have experience?
• Have I reviewed their portfolio and recent commissions?
• Do they have client references and testimonials?
• Do they have key product and supplier knowledge?
• Do they have the right level of Insurance in place?
• Can they deliver my brief to my budget?
• Arrange to meet - discuss your brief, budget and timescales
• Could you work closely with your designers - A close working relationship is important
• Ask for a fee proposal - The designer will provide a detailed scope of works and fee proposal
• Final Step - Appoint.