今天想和大家分享為什麼我們會找設計師幫我們做新家，由於真的很多朋友對於我的這個舉動非常驚訝，因為我最喜歡 DIY了，而且之前也有自己一手搞定 MIDORI 整家店設計和裝修的經驗。所以很多朋友都私信我們想知道找專業人士設計和自己做的一些分別。

就在去年和帝（對腦公的稱呼 XP ）在 KL 買了我們新屋子後，就一直在網路上找尋未來新家的設計圖。當初我們掙扎了很久，要找設計師設計，又或者是自己DIY簡單做。在做了一系列的 Research 後，我們決定請設計師幫我們搞定這一切，基於考量了一下幾點：

1. 我們對於整間家的概念不完整，多數時候我們只有一零碎的想法，比如想要怎麼樣的沙發，什麼樣的牆壁顏色等等。而且很多照片中看到的家具等等我們也不知道要去哪裡尋找，找人訂做的話又會是什麼價位等等。
2. 我們沒辦法想像自己做出來的成品會是怎麼樣，單靠想像的確很難完成，完全零概念，也不知道整體搭配起來會不會和想像中的類似。
3. 在裝修期間我們或許要面對裝修佬，拉電佬，水喉佬，家私佬，還有做石膏，油漆工人，等等等不同單位的負責人。重點是我們對於這一塊完全沒有經驗，也不熟悉。想起之前在裝修Midori 時候，我們要花很多時間常常每天早上就要去督工，而且裝修工人會時不時call我們問一些小問題，根本處於無法放鬆的狀態。重點是很多問題我們也不知道該如何處理。記憶最深刻的是當初拉電佬每一個電燈💡的point 和高度都問我們距離多少（要很精準的尺寸），如果要吊電線，從天花板下來多高。每一個都要很精準，沒有經驗的我簡直快發瘋 ><
4. 室內設計的風格太多種，施作的方式和材料的學問太多了，如果有專業設計師和我們討論會簡單很多。
5. 設計師可以根據我們想要的外觀，結構，機能，動線和需求規劃好，省時省力。

由於自己做過一次 Midori 裝修的經驗，更深刻感受到沒有相關知識的我們做起來的確非常費心費力，最重要的是會花費超級多的時間。根本就是事倍功半。

綜合了以上幾點，我們決定請專業人士來做 XP

我們聯繫了設計公司之後，我們了解到他們給予的服務基本上分為兩個步驟和三個階段。

兩個步驟分別為 1. 設計步驟 2.裝修步驟

在設計步驟當兒，我們會經歷三個階段。

階段 1 – 室內空間規劃

在第一次和設計師會面的時候，設計師會和我們討論想要的風格，材料，budget等等。

通常一方呎的裝修費用預算是大約 RM100+-， （ 根據裝修空間） 也有可能會多或少，基本上會因為你選用的家具，木工材料費用不同而有所差距。

在討論過程中我們發現，由於價格實在太廣泛，如果單單丟一間家的平面圖和想要的設計就要求設計師計算費用是非常為難他們的。

在和設計師確認設計概念後，他們也會到我們要裝修的家來看和量尺寸。

在這個階段，設計師也會根據我們的生活習慣及需求來編排與規劃我們家的室內空間。

比如我夢想擁有一個開放式廚房，雖然我們新家的空間很有限可是他們也幫我們設計了一個可以和餐桌拼接的Island, 這一點我非常滿意：）

階段 2 – 概念設計和討論

在這個階段，設計師會展示給我們新家 3D 的設計圖，由於第一階段時已經詳細確認過概念，在看圖的時候基本上就可以看到自己未來家園的照片。 3D 圖片非常逼真，想起當初我 po 上臉書還有很多朋友以為我們的新家已經完工。這階段也包括所有顏色和材料的搭配，材料特性及運用，連擺設也會幫你先預想好，非常貼心。

 

階段 3 – 2D 施工圖

這個階段是非常details 的也是最重要的！因為各個裝修部門的工人們是依賴這些圖來開工的。

這些厚厚的細節圖也是根據我們在第一階段談到的生活習慣和需求規劃來設計的。

裏頭包括了 （形狀，色彩，材料，燈光）

 

• 每一顆燈泡的分佈，電線插頭和插座的位置。
• 每一個櫥櫃空間的大小，抽屜分佈，格式和使用順暢度。如果你是左撇子設計師也會根據你的生活習慣而做出更改
• 電器和用品的擺放空間
• 油漆顏色和材質的選擇等等非常多的小細節，設計師說將來的屋子長什麼樣基本上就是在這個階段促成的。

待一切都確認好之後，我們就進入了第二步驟 –  裝修步驟

在這個步驟基本上我們就是在蹺腳等待，設計師也會不時傳照片給我們看家裡裝修的進展和狀況。還記得在這個步驟的時期我們還到了紐西蘭蜜月旅行，可以放100個心交給他們處理的感覺真好。

設計師會不時到工地安排和觀察所有相關裝修工人施工，妥善安排所有的一切。我們也可以選擇想要觀察的時間到新家去瞧瞧進展。

在裝修過程中，設計師也會幫我們挑選適合的家具和電器搭配，包括沙發，餐桌，床架，窗簾，冰箱，洗衣機，床單，擺設品等等等。細節實在太多，只能說他們實在太貼心。

在這裡，也想和大家分享一些 Designer 設計師 和 Contractor 裝修商 的分別

Contractor 裝修商 通常能夠很快的給你一整個裝修總價的Quotation，他們比較不注重裝修細節和美觀搭配，如果 Budget 是你比較注重的，建議選擇 Contractor。價格或許會比較便宜或可能得到免費的設計費，可是卻沒辦法確保成品準確和實用度，因為他們不是專業的設計師，沒辦法給予你3D 圖片做參考。Contractor 收取的是裝修費用。

Designer 設計師 通常是先根據你的想法和概念做設計，所以基本上在第一階段他們很難給予你一個總裝修的費用。他們會對於設計和產品實用和精緻度有比較高的要求。設計費也會根據你的室內屋子大小和材質選用而有所差距，可能價位較高，可是卻有品質的保證。設計師通常會先收取設計和顧問費用，再看妳需要他們進行第二步驟的服務與否。我們選擇了給設計師負責所有。

網上得到的資料，如果你不確定你應該選擇 Designer 設計師 或 Contractor 裝修商， 可以參考這個喔

 

Differences between Interior Designers, Contractors, and Design-and Builds

 

	Interior Designer	Contractor	Design-and-Build
What do they do?	One way to look at interior designers: They are “design consultants”. They will be with you from designing, to sourcing for contractors and materials, and through construction. They will do project management, and sometimes even aid in decoration. Charges based on their consultancy services	There are two kinds: the Main Contractor and Subcontractors. The main contractor works with various subcontractors according to the services needed: electrical wiring; piping; false ceiling; carpentry. May not include project management. Charges based on construction services; more executioners than advisors	This is the in-between where things get murkier and less distinctive. Some may be main contractors or project managers, who “add” design and client management to their repertoire of services. However, as designing is outsourced, you may realise that you are dealing with different people who “project manage” and do “sales”, instead of an individual interior designer. Charges based on construction services.
Company Profile	Upfront about certifications and awards. Portfolios may include commercial and even architectural projects. Company description and ethos are often design-focused.	May or may not have a website, especially if it’s a subcontractor (if they’re good, they probably don’t need it anyway).	Carry different descriptions including “interior renovators” and “interior designers”. May have accreditations to show―but remember that accreditations are not formal credentials.
Timeline	Expect a lot of meetings and interviews before actual designing even starts―this may take up to two months. This is for the team to get to know you and what you want better before embarking on design. Generally, this option will require a longer timeline.	If you are engaging subcontractors on your own, you will be the one planning different timelines and process. For example, carpentry can only start after the basics of wiring and piping are done.	As many design-and-build setups see from a construction perspective, the timeline is also usually based on the construction process. Consultations and site visits help them to understand the level of renovations required.
Design	Designs according to your family’s lifestyles and needs, and produces 3D drawings and floor plans. May have a certain “style” or “flair”.	Builds according to the provided design. Homeowners have to be clear on what they want and provide specifications.	“Free consultations” and site-visits may result in design plans and 3D drawings. Design-wise, design-and-builds may offer more template designs.
Budget	As sourcing for contractors and materials starts only after a confirmed design, the final budget can only be calculated thereafter. The homeowner will be the one making the final choice of contractors based on the designer’s sourced quotations.	This is often the cheapest option as you are paying directly for execution. However, rectification costs due to design hiccups―which may be higher risk without professional design and experience―can add up to be much pricier than expected.	It is common to start with renovation “packages”, but it is also common to have this initial cost growing with new services and requested changes.
Project Management	Included in their services	Requires self project management	Included in their services
Building and Construction	Will work with the chosen contractor and subcontractors to ensure each detail fits into the design	Do not expect them to proactively give practical advice or correct design-related mistakes; they may just go ahead even if it’s not a good fit.	Will have their own subcontractors and material sources. Beware of recommendations that are not based on quality, but for other reasons, such as stock-clearing or a commission-based relationship with the supplier.
Service	A mark of good service would be proactive updates from the engaged designer, as well as willingness to rectify problems that occur after renovations and move-in.	Don’t be surprised to meet contractors who are upfront and offer no lip service. They may not be as patient to entertain whimsical queries, but are straightforward in their approach.	A mark of good service would be proactive updates from the engaged project manager, as well as willingness to rectify problems that occur after renovations and move-in.
What to look out for	Even if the firm has good reviews, do remember that firms employ many designers―not all whom you may find suitable. Try to seek the name of the designers recommended for more assurance, and always meet them to find one you are comfortable with.	If you’re taking on the task of engaging individual subcontractors yourself, do remember that there are times when you may need different services done together―for example, kitchen cabinets that have water pipes running through them.	Even though project management is done by design-and-builds, there is the risk of slipshod work that come as rude shocks if homeowners are not constantly on site to supervise. The resulting rectifications then become additional costs, or trouble only discovered after moving in.
Conclusion	More suitable for those who place priority on design and service, and may not have the time to project manage.	More suitable for those who not just have experience and time, but also relatively simple construction and designs to execute	More suitable for those tighter on time and budget, and/or are looking at a more basic design style

So, how do you choose?

• Do be clear on your priorities. Is it time, budget, design, or quality? This will help focus your search.
• Always, always do your research. Start early. Ask those with experiences, both good and bad. Trawl forums and reviews.
• Keep in mind that everyone’s needs are different―even those with raving reviews might not be able to meet your expectations, or be who you feel most comfortable with.
• If you have shortlisted a few, meet up with all of them personally. Ask detailed questions and clear all doubts before you commit to one.

Source from: http://stories.cromly.com/stories/article/guide-differences-between-interior-designers-contractors-and-design-and-builds

我們選擇的設計師是來自KL 的 Double Art Design Studio

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