Most people begin a decorating or remodeling project with a round dollar figure in mind as their budget.
This may or may not be a realistic number. It may be based upon the amount you have set aside in the bank or it could be a number that you have in your mind. To begin creating a budget, it is best to begin with an “overall” picture of your decorating project(s).
If you are planning to do multiple rooms, try to come up with a list of all changes; construction, furniture, paint, etc. needed for each room and then try to prioritize your list by room. In doing so, you will save yourself a great deal of unexpected expense.
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About the Author
Debbie Talianko (Allied ASID, CID) is an accomplished Sierra Madre residential interior designer, speaker and industry mentor whose firm has perfected the design of casually elegant interiors.
A San Diego native who grew up near the cliffs of Point Loma, Talianko received a Diploma with Distinction in Professional Interior Design from Rhodec International in London.
“I love classic design but without all the fuss. I’d define my style as transitional – clean, calm and casual.”
Whether managing a complete home renovation, a formal living room design or a kitchen upgrade, her aesthetic is defined by order and fluidity; incorporating relaxed silhouettes, fine fabrics and traditional or modern furnishings that are meticulously crafted. Her passion for the design process allows her to create consistent results for clients who expect a custom interior that lets them feel like themselves at home.
In 2012, Talianko was elected Chair of Pasadena’s California Home & Kitchen Tour, a showcase, now in it’s 26th year, that features the American Society of Interior Designers’ (ASID) most distinguished designers. She is currently featured as “best interior designer of Pasadena” by KeyInteriorDesigners.com.
