Design Consultation2026-09-03T13:36:23+00:00

Interior Design Consultation for Your Home

90 Minute · $395 · In-Person or Virtual

Planning a renovation, refreshing a space, or feeling unsure about your next design step? Get focused, professional guidance tailored to your home, style and priorities. I’ll prepare before we meet, spend 90 minutes working through your questions with you, and provide a personalized PDF summary afterward so you have clear next steps.

Bright white kitchen with warm wood accents by Earth's Home Design

What Your Interior Design Consultation Includes

Professional Design Guidance Tailored to your home

Before we meet, you’ll send photos of your space along with any inspiration images and questions you’d like to work through. I’ll review everything beforehand so we can make the most of our 90 minutes together.

During your in-person or virtual consultation, we’ll focus on the decisions that matter most to you. Whether you’re selecting finishes, refining a layout, choosing paint colours, or planning furniture placement, you’ll leave with clearer direction and practical next steps.

Afterwards, you’ll receive a personalized follow-up PDF summary of my recommendations so you have something clear to refer back to as you make decisions and move your project forward.

What we can focus on

  • Space planning & furniture layout

  • Colour palette & paint direction

  • Materials & finish selections

  • Furniture & lighting direction

  • Kitchen & bathroom direction

  • Healthier material & finish options

Not sure what to focus on? We’ll prioritize the decisions that will make the biggest difference.

Kitchen window nook with natural light and herb garden

How It Works

The process is intentionally simple. From preparation to your follow-up PDF, each step is designed to make our 90 minutes together focused, useful and tailored to your home.

Step 1: Before we meet

Before your consultation, you’ll send photos of your space, inspiration images and the questions or decisions you’d most like help with. I’ll review everything beforehand so we can use our time together efficiently.

You’ll Provide:

  • Photos or measurements (if available)
  • Inspiration images

  • Your goals and priorities
  • Specific questions or concerns
  • Budget range (if applicable)

Timeline: Before your consultation

Step 2: your 90-Minute design Consultation

We’ll work through your priorities together, either in your home or virtually. Depending on what you need help with, we may discuss layout, colours, materials, lighting, furniture, renovation ideas or other design decisions. You’ll get professional feedback in real time and clear direction on what to do next.

During Your Consultation:

  • Work through your most important questions

  • Explore practical design solutions

  • Compare options and make decisions

  • Furniture placement advice

Timeline: 90 minutes

Step 3: your personalized follow-up pDF

After our consultation, I’ll put together a personalized PDF summarizing the key recommendations we discussed, giving you something clear to refer back to as you move forward.

Your PDF May Include:

  • Key recommendations

  • Priority list for next steps
  • Material, colour or product direction

  • Notes to help guide future decisions

Timeline: Delivered after your consultation

Step 4: Optional Ongoing Support

If you decide you’d like additional guidance after implementing your plan, you can book follow-up consultations or explore renovation support services. There is no obligation, simply the flexibility to scale as needed.

You’ll Receive:

  • Access to continued professional guidance
  • Optional follow-up sessions
  • Clarity on next-level services if desired

Timeline: As needed

Ready to Book Your Design Consultation?

90 Minute · $395 · In-Person or Virtual

A focused session can save you from second-guessing costly design decisions. Get professional direction for your home, plus a personalized follow-up PDF to help you move forward with confidence.

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Thoughtful Design.

Clear Direction.

Interior design guidance tailored to your home, priorities and lifestyle.

Quotes

“We had the pleasure of working with Darci of Earth’s Home Design for our new kitchen. From the initial consultation to the final installation Darci took the time to understand our vision and translate that into a kitchen that is both stunning and functional. Every detail from the cabinet layout to lighting and material choices were all carefully considered resulting in a space that feels custom tailored to our needs.”

Gwen T– Homeowner

Thoughtful, Practical Design
Recommendations are grounded in how you actually live, not just what photographs well. We’ll consider function, flow, comfort and the realities of your home.
Healthier Material Thinking
Where relevant, I can help you look beyond aesthetics to consider material composition, durability, indoor air quality and healthier finish options.
Spend With Intention
Good design isn’t about choosing the most expensive option. I help you identify where your investment will make the biggest difference and avoid costly decisions you may regret later.

Why Homeowners Choose Earth’s Home Design

My approach goes beyond making a space look beautiful. I consider how your home functions, how materials perform over time, how choices may affect your indoor environment, and where your budget will make the greatest difference.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a design consultation right for my project?2026-09-02T00:01:39+00:00

A design consultation is a great fit when you need professional direction without full-service interior design. You might be planning a renovation, updating a room, comparing materials or finishes, working through a layout, or simply feeling stuck on your next decision. We’ll prioritize the questions that will make the biggest difference during our time together.

Do I need drawings or measurements beforehand?2026-09-02T00:03:43+00:00

Not necessarily. Before we meet, I’ll ask you to send photos of your space, inspiration images and the questions you’d like to work through. Measurements, floor plans or drawings are helpful if you have them, but they aren’t required for every consultation.

Can this be done virtually?2026-09-02T00:04:30+00:00

Yes. Consultations are available in person throughout the Cowichan Valley and virtually for homeowners elsewhere on Vancouver Island and beyond.

What happens after the consultation?2026-09-02T00:05:28+00:00

After our consultation, you’ll receive a personalized follow-up PDF summarizing the key recommendations we discussed and your next steps. If you’d like additional design help afterward, ongoing support can be arranged separately.

What can we cover in 90 minutes?2026-09-02T00:07:18+00:00

Every consultation is tailored to your priorities. We may focus on layout, colour, materials, lighting, furniture, kitchen or bathroom decisions, healthier finish options, or a combination of these. Before we meet, I’ll review your information so we can prioritize the decisions where professional guidance will be most useful.

Built-in window seat with olive green cabinetry and natural light by Earth's Home Design
Portfolio gallery - open-concept living and dining design

Let talk about your home

Darci Carrier

Owner & Interior Designer

Ready to request your design consultation?

Tell me a little about your home and what you’d like help with. I’ll review your information and get back to you to confirm the consultation is the right fit and arrange a time.

90-Minute Consultation · $395 · In-Person or Virtual

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