There are some rules of thumb clients should keep in mind when getting prepared to start thinking of their interior. Our Interior Designer is here to help guide you through the process of selecting your finishes, however it is important to have an idea. Think of your classic mood board; what colours, materials and lifestyle components are going to matter.
1. Don’t Compare The Samples You Are Torn Between To Each Other: One of the most frequent things we see, is when a client is trying to decide between two flooring samples for example, they are comparing the two samples to each other, versus to the other finishes they’ve chosen. The two samples will never live in the same space together, but they will live with the other finishes you’ve chosen. You will not have an accurate understanding of the colours and feature of the sample when you are not pulling tones from the other finishes that will be around it. When comparing it to the other option, it pulls tones from the other sample versus other finishes.
2. Not Looking Under Different Lighting: Finishes can look very different under different styles of lighting. Knowing if finishes will be under a warm or cool tone of lightbulb is essential. You also want to take samples to the site to see how it will look under the natural light. Our showroom has a colour temperature lamp stick. This tool allows our clients to test their finish samples under 6 light shades to have an accurate understanding of what the finish would look like.
3. Don’t Ignore Cohesion: You want your choices to match throughout the entire build. Choose a style (modern, Scandinavian, Victorian, farmhouse etc) and keep it in mind when deciding your finishes. It is best to have a colour palette to keep your choices in the same family.
4. Do Not Follow Trends Blindly: It is important to stay true to yourself and style when considering trends. Ensure you are considering the longevity of your choices. Overly personalized designs can lower your future resale value, as potential buyers may see them as a costly renovation project.
5. Don’t Ignore Functionality: Consider finishes that work with your lifestyle. Clients should consider facts like if they have pets, and take that into consideration when choosing a finish like flooring. Certain finish types much like flooring, or countertops, could work better for a client versus another, all based on how they will be using the space.
Written By: Reenie Brydon, February 2026
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