What Does Full-Service Interior Design Mean?
When we meet with potential clients, we share that we focus on full-service interior design. The next question is usually: “What does full-service design actually mean?”
It's a fair question. And the answer is: it depends. "Full-service" can mean different things depending on the interior designer and their expertise.
So let’s get clear. What does full-service design mean at EBO Design, and how do you know if it's the right fit for your family?
What does full-service interior design mean?
At EBO Design, full-service interior design means we are fully involved in the entire process and fully responsible for how it comes together.
When we say full-service, we mean full participation, full oversight, and full accountability. From the earliest planning conversations to final installation, we stay engaged every step of the way. We do not step back once decisions are made, and we do not hand off responsibility midway through the project.
If it helps, think of it like a wedding planner. They're not showing up on the day of the wedding. They're involved in everything - from the cake to the corsages, from the big ideas to the big day - and they make sure it all actually happens the way it was planned.
That is how we approach interior design. We are not just here to help you decide how your home should look. We guide the process, think through the technical details, coordinate with contractors and trades, manage selections and orders, and remain involved until the design is complete and installed as intended. And because of our construction background, we design with a clear understanding of how decisions translate on-site.
You are involved in the decisions that matter, but you are not left carrying the weight of managing the process. That is our responsibility.
What do our full-service design packages include?
While each studio structures its services differently, at EBO Design, our full-service approach follows a clear, phased process.
Discovery and Planning
This stage is where the foundation of your renovation is set.
What happens at this stage: During our consultation, we get to know your space, your routines, and your priorities. We identify what is working, what is not, and how we can make the biggest impact.
What this includes:
Reviewing how your space functions today
Clarifying goals, must-haves, and non-negotiables
Discussing scope, timelines, and investment expectations
Design Development
Now, our vision takes shape.
What happens at this stage: We develop layouts and floor plans, make selections, and refine the details so every element works together as part of a complete plan.
What this includes:
Space planning and layout solutions
Finish, fixture, and material selections, including furniture, lighting, and custom details
Construction-ready drawings and specifications
Procurement and Coordination
This is where the design concept comes to life.
What happens at this stage: We handle ordering, tracking, and coordination so materials arrive when they should and everyone involved has the information they need.
What this includes:
Sourcing and ordering materials and furnishings
Tracking lead times and deliveries
Coordinating with contractors and trades
Installation and Completion
Finally, this is where everything comes together.
What happens at this stage: We oversee deliveries, installation, and finishing touches to ensure the design is completed as intended.
What this includes:
Coordinating deliveries and installations
Styling and final details
Addressing deficiencies and adjustments
Is full-service design right for me?
Every home and every family is different. While we see the benefits of full-service design over virtual design or tackling one room at a time, our goal is not to put you into a category that does not truly fit.
Ask yourself:
Do I have the time and capacity to manage a renovation alongside everything else in my life right now?
Do I want the full picture planned upfront, or am I comfortable figuring things out as I go?
Do I value having a straightforward process and knowing what comes next throughout the project?
Am I planning a renovation or major update with multiple moving parts, trades, and timelines to coordinate?
Am I prepared to invest in professional planning as part of the overall project budget?
If you are answering yes, then it sounds like full-service design would be a great fit for your family.
EBO Interior Design: Comprehensive Interior Design & Project Management
At EBO Design, we have spent over a decade being the calm in the renovation storm, creating spaces that feel great to live in and look even better.
Our clients and construction partners love working with us, since our construction-ready drawings, practical specifications, and thoughtful planning help prevent missteps before they happen. We make your renovation as stress-free as possible, and are your advocates and guides throughout the entire design process, from start to finish.
We see the big picture and the smallest details at the same time, translating your wishlist into a cohesive home and solving the design puzzles you did not even know were there.
That is what full-service design means to us: full involvement, full responsibility, and full peace of mind.
If this is the kind of process you want, we would love to talk about your project.
