Frequently Asked Questions

  • No.

    Many clients come to me because they know something isn't working, but they're not sure what the best solution is.

    You might have ideas, inspiration images, or a general feeling about how you'd like your home to look and function, but you don't need to have everything figured out before we begin.

    My role is to understand how you live, identify what's not working, and develop a design direction that suits your home and the way you want to use it.

  • If you're unsure, that's completely normal.

    For renovation and cabinetry projects, we begin with a Design Discovery Consultation. This allows us to discuss your project, understand your goals, and determine the most appropriate service moving forward.

  • You'll be involved in the key decisions, but you won't be expected to research products, compare endless options, or work through everything on your own.

    My role is to guide the process, narrow down choices, and provide recommendations that support the overall outcome.

  • My approach focuses on developing and refining a design direction rather than presenting endless alternatives.

    Where appropriate, I may present a small number of options for materials or finishes, however the goal is always to provide clear recommendations that help move the project forward.

  • Yes.

    I regularly provide drawings, selections, and documentation that can be used by builders, cabinet makers, and other trades involved in the project.

    The level of involvement will depend on the scope of the service being provided.

  • Every project is quoted individually, based on the scope, size and complexity of the design work, so there’s no single number that applies to every home.

    As a guide, the Design Discovery Consultation is a fixed $495 for a 90-minute in-home session. Following that, full-scope projects — whether a renovation or cabinetry design — are quoted based on the design services and documentation required. You’ll receive a tailored proposal outlining your design investment before any design work begins.

    Please note that design fees cover the design and documentation services provided by Six Castle Designs. They do not include the cost of building, construction, cabinetry, furniture, finishes, fixtures, trades or other products and services required to complete the project.

    If you’re weighing up whether this is the right fit for your budget, that’s exactly what the Design Discovery Consultation is for — you’ll walk away with a clear next step and a better understanding of the design investment involved, rather than just a general idea.

  • Following the consultation, you'll receive a summary of our discussion along with a tailored proposal outlining the recommended scope of work and fees for your project.
    There's no obligation to proceed, but for most projects this is a natural next step.