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A dedicated resource to help create your next home
Discover our premium concierge service designed for those building their next custom home
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For those with a vision
Creating the home of your dreams can feel intimidating. That’s why we created Design Concierge, a premium concierge service designed to make the process of building a custom home as delightful as it should be. From coordination and curation of trusted design professionals to project administration and post settlement occupancy, Design Concierge offers an added layer of communication, continuity, and peace of mind.
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A suite of concierge services, designed just for you
Learn more about how Design Concierge can help you create the home of your dreams
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During our Initial Consultation, we will engage in an Introductory Call to learn more about your project and produce a Curation of Design Professionals for your project.
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During Design Coordination, we provide a Facilitation of Meetings and Interviews with Design Professionals and a undertake a Collaborative Review of Contracts and Proposals.
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During Project Oversight, we facilitate the Organization of Project Milestones as Determined by Contracted Design Professionals, an Initial Site Visit with Contracted Design Team, and Key Project Milestones and Field Notes.
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We will Facilitate and Review Independent Inspections at Critical Construction Milestones (i.e. Foundation, Framing, Pre-Drywall, MEP, Blue Tape, etc.).
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During Owner Occupancy, we facilitate the process of moving in to your new home, including Creation of Project Binder with Paperwork and Files; Facilitation of 1 Year Warranty Inspection; Creation of Project Retrospective, including Photography, Videography, and Editorial Coffee Table Book; and Coordination of Awards Submission to American Institute of Architects (AIA).
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A trusted network of design professionals
Design Concierge engages with a curated network of the very best design professionals throughout the Mid-Atlantic, including Residential Architects, Custom Home Builders, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, and more.
Magothy River Modern of Arnold, Maryland. Image courtesy of David Burroughs.
ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND · PARTNER NETWORK
Bohl Architects
Bohl Architects is a Residential Architecture Firm in Annapolis, Maryland
Natural Sanctuary of Chevy Chase, Maryland. Image courtesy of Michael Moran.
HYATTSVILLE, MARYLAND. · PARTNER NETWORK
CLINTON+RIES Landscape Architects
CLINTON+RIES Landscape Architects is a Landscape Architecture Firm in Hyattsville, Maryland
Kitchen of Richmond, Virginia Home. Image courtesy of Gordon Gregory.
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA · PARTNER NETWORK
Duet Design Studio
Duet Design Studio is an Interior Design Firm in Richmond, Virginia
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Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions about our Design Concierge service
IS THERE A FEE FOR DESIGN CONCIERGE?
Design Concierge is a professional service that charges a simple 2.5% fee based on the contracted scope of work, paid in three phases plus an upfront deposit of $2,500.
WHAT KIND OF PROJECTS ARE BEST FOR DESIGN CONCIERGE?
Design Concierge is designed for end users who wish to make improvements to residential property. Most commonly, this refers to building a custom home. However, Design Concierge can also be helpful in facilitating home renovations, including whole home renovations, kitchen renovations, and more.
IS DESIGN CONCIERGE SIMILAR TO OWNER’S REPRESENTATION?
Design Concierge is similar to Owner’s Representation, but with a few key differences. Among them, Design Concierge does not position itself as a designer, architect, lawyer, or licensed contractor.
I AM A DESIGN PROFESSIONAL. HOW DOES DESIGN CONCIERGE SELECT DESIGN PROFESSIONALS FOR PROJECTS?
Design professionals recommended to end users are done so based on a variety of criteria, including location, style, and a demonstrated track record of subject matter expertise. We encourage design professionals such as residential architects, interior designers, custom home builders, and landscape architects to consider joining our Partner Network, which offers exclusive access to our premium referral program.
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Schedule Your Free Consultation
To learn more about Design Concierge, send us a note to schedule your free, no-pressure consultation