Design Process

What
At McBrien Interiors, we believe it’s important to design spaces for physical and mental wellness. We strive to create spaces that are supportive in developing balance, family, communication, and a natural flow of energy: environments that protect you from the stress of today’s fast-moving, modern life; places that encourage productivity, motivation and increased energy as well as restoration, relaxation and peace. 

Why
We spend 90% of our time indoors so it’s not surprising that our interior environments affect our health both physically and mentally. The health of our spaces affects how we communicate and interact with others, how motivated and productive we are, how our families and communities bond, how we develop our own self-worth, self-confidence, and self-love. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg…our environments affect us so much more than we are conscious of. Human beings need places that align with us individually, that bring in the energy we need to support us and bring harmony to our lives. 

How
It all starts with active listening and intuition. Tori McBrien, the principal and founder of McBrien Interiors, begins every project by having an open conversation about the functional needs and aesthetic wishes for the space. Tori not only uses this initial dialogue as a checklist for her design development but also picks up hints from studying the current environment as well as unspoken cues and behaviors of those using the space. By cultivating this information and applying her curated holistic approach to designing interiors, Tori is able to design balanced spaces that function for everyday lives while promoting the wellness we all crave in our environments.

Her curated holistic approach to design includes a multitude of practice such as:
-modern interior design principles learned during her study for the Masters of Interior Design degree at Fairfield University
-her personal study of environmental psychology 
-the ancient yet surprisingly relevant art of Feng Shui (she is a certified practitioner through the Mindful Design School)
-her personal journey with biophilic design
-green design practices (she is certified through the Sustainable Furnishings Council)

Whether it’s a lively, energetic kitchen that brings you joy and encourages you to prepare healthy food for your family and friends or a calming primary bath retreat that nourishes your soul at the end of a long day, McBrien Interiors can help you achieve those spaces and create balance in your home. 

Where
We happily work with clients located in Fairfield County, CT in towns such as Westport or Greenwich as well as in White Plains, NY and surrounding areas. We also have extensive experience designing for clients across the country from San Francisco to Austin to the suburbs of Philadelphia. 

Multiple Service Options

1-2 Hour Interior Design Consultation: $250 per session


Virtual or On-Site (depending on location)


Examples include:

  • home health consultation
  • paint selection
  • furniture layout
  • design concepts
  • reviewing/troubleshooting client's design                  

Conceptual Design Package: $1250 per room*


Design Services:

  • Assess the current Project space, take measurements and photos, and document any items that will be staying.
  • Design the ideal floor plan to ensure the best possible layout for the Project.
  • Create inspiration board(s) to communicate what McBRIEN INTERIORS envisions for the Project.
  • Determine initial selections to confirm the design direction.  
  • Meeting preparation to communicate the design.

 Deliverables:

  • Floor plan(s) 
  • Inspiration board(s)
  • Limited initial selections

*Price may vary depending on room/rooms

Full Service Design Package: Pricing varies depending on scope


Includes Conceptual Design Services AND:

  • Schematic & Design Development Services including: 

        -Select each item according to design direction, parameter budget, and floor plan(s).

        -Procure written quotes from all trades and vendors.

        -Complete selections in accordance with approved inspiration boards and 

initial selections.

        -Finalize the approved floor plan(s) with actual selections.

        -Draw relevant elevations of the space.

        -Complete any custom piece drawings as needed.

        -Meeting preparation to communicate the design.


Schematic Design Deliverables:

        -Inspiration board(s)

        -Floor plan(s), elevation(s), and relevant custom drawings, schedules and specifications (all construction documents need to begin the project)

       -Each item details for CLIENT approval, with coordinating samples, when 

available

       -Proposals for CLIENT approval

 

  • Procurement & Project Management

       -Placing Orders & Assessing Delivery Times

       -Complete the purchasing of goods on your behalf

       -Clarify and communicate estimated delivery times

       -Manage open orders by efficiently tracking goods

       -Prepare the Construction & Installation timeline


  • Construction

       -Build and/or Renovation project management

       -Oversee the construction and installation timeline

       -Coordinate project logistics with trades and vendors 

       -Regular site meetings with all relevant parties: trades, McBRIEN INTERIORS, architect (when necessary), and the CLIENT (as available) during a renovation to ensure that the project is moving forward in a timely manner and is being executed according to the Design

       -Capture and communicate all questions and concerns to homeowner

       -Provide additional drawings, samples and meetings as needed to move construction project forward


  • Installation Services including:

       -Coordinate deliveries and installations

       -On site presence during deliveries and installations, where applicable


  • Furniture Installation and Styling

       -Provide turnkey furniture installation, which means that all of the furnishings are delivered at one time, once construction is complete (as much as possible)

      -Plan and execute the styling process

 

  • Project Wrap Up

       -Provide documentation that supports the care and maintenance of your newly completed project

       -Identify any deficiencies that we've noted during installation in the format of a project punch list

       -Present the Styling Price List for each item installed, where applicable

       -Confirm what CLIENT wants to keep or return from the Styling Price List, where applicable

       -Pick up and return any items identified to be returned, where applicable

       -Style and photograph the completed project, where applicable

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