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New Construction Interior Design Services
Interior Design for New Home Construction: Bring Your Vision to Life from the Ground Up
Building a custom home is a rare opportunity to shape every square foot with intention.
At Yates Desygn, our new home construction interior design services bring your vision to life by guiding every detail, from architectural collaboration to final furnishings.
We partner early with your architect and builder to align form and function, ensuring a seamless flow between structure and style.
Whether you’re designing your dream residence or planning a high-end interior design for new construction, we’re here to deliver beauty, purpose, and ease throughout the entire journey.
Why Hire a Designer for a New Build?
Why should I bring in a designer during architecture?
Designing the interiors of your new home should happen in tandem with the architecture.
From day one, we make sure your space isn’t just beautiful, but works for how you live.
Good design planning and architecture go hand-in-hand. By integrating interior design for new construction homes early, you avoid costly revisions, missed opportunities for built-in functionality, and disjointed finishes.
When should I start working with you?
As soon as possible.
We recommend engaging us simultaneously with your selection of an architect or before. Developing the right team can minimize the stress of building a home.
This allows us to collaborate on layout, lighting, and custom features that align with your lifestyle. Early interior design for new home construction ensures a cohesive vision from concept to move-in.
What’s included in new construction interior design services?
Our approach to house interior design for new construction covers everything from floor plan evaluation and finishes to builder coordination and site visits.
We manage selections and 3D renderings, produce construction documentation, and help you make confident decisions while maintaining your home’s aesthetic and function.
What does a designer handle that a builder doesn’t?
A builder focuses on structural execution. We focus on livability, beauty, and how your home feels when you walk through it.
Collaborating with the builder, we can create proper lighting placement, intricate cabinetry details, and high-end interior design for new construction. Decisions on finishes are made that elevate a house into a home. We bridge the gap between vision and implementation.
Our Approach to New Construction Projects
Design Discovery & Client Vision
We begin by deeply understanding how you want to live in your new home.
- What are your daily rhythms?
- What environments inspire you?
- What do you want to feel when you walk in the door?
This early discovery phase shapes everythin;g from spatial layout to material selection. Our process is grounded in thoughtful space-specific considerations that ensure each room serves both form and function.
Collaboration with Architect & Builder
Our team works closely with your architect and builder to align on shared goals, review proposed floor plans, and make real-time design decisions that affect the home’s layout and usability.
Early-stage collaboration means fewer change orders and a smoother process. Whether you’re pursuing interior design for new construction before drywall or planning smart home integration, we coordinate every element.
Collaborating with architects from the outset helps unify interior and structural design, making the end result more harmonious and tailored.
What’s Included in the Service?
Our full-scope new construction interior design services include:
Service element | Description |
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Floor Plan Review | Evaluate functionality, natural light, and flow before plans are finalized |
Finish Selections | Curated choices for flooring, tile, countertops, cabinetry, and hardware |
FFE Planning | Early planning for furniture, fixtures, and equipment to ensure seamless integration |
Custom Built-Ins | Functional solutions like mudrooms, media centers, and integrated millwork
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Smart Home Integration | Coordination of lighting, AV, security, and automation features |
Budget Planning | Guidance on finish costs and understanding fees per square foot
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Design Documents | Construction-ready drawings for builders and contractors
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Site Visits | Ongoing walkthroughs to ensure fidelity between design and construction |
Logistics
Timeline & Phases
Every project is unique, but our general phases of interior design for new construction look like this:
01
Kickoff + Discovery
Initial meetings, vision casting, and site review
02
Floor Plan + Vision Review
Collaborative work with the architect and early design refinements
03
Design Development
Selection of finishes, furnishings, and built-ins
04
Selections + Approvals
Finalize selections and budget, issue documentation
04B
FFE (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) Presentation
For furnishing projects or post-construction installs, we present complete FF&E proposals including custom pieces, lighting, and art.
05
Design Revisions
We refine the design based on your feedback, aligning every detail with your preferences and priorities.
06
Construction Documents
We prepare detailed drawings and specifications for your contractor or builder to execute the design accurately.
06B
FFE Approved & Purchased
We refine the design based on your feedback, aligning every detail with your preferences and priorities.
07
Issue Construction Documents
We refine the design based on your feedback, aligning every detail with your preferences and priorities.
08
Design Intent / Site Visits
We attend key site visits to ensure construction aligns with the design vision and resolve issues as needed.
09
Installation & Punch List
We install furniture, art, accessories, and complete all finishing touches. Final walk-through ensures quality and satisfaction.
10
Client Moves In
The space is move-in ready; custom, curated, and crafted around how you live.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I start working with you?
Preferably before construction begins. Starting our new construction interior design services early allows us to guide selections and layout decisions that influence the overall outcome and save time later.