Beautiful living room designed by Guy Oliver; England

This is what to look for when you hire an interior designer, according to Frances Schultz, design and lifestyle writer:

• Start by finding examples of work that you like — magazines can be a great source of ideas.
  
• Put together a scrapbook of interiors you like.
  
• Ask to see a designer's portfolio and to talk to some of his or her clients.
  
• The most important thing is that you get along well.
  
• Don't put off discussing your budget.

Frances Schultz
Design and lifestyle writer
www.allbookstores.com

Guy Oliver
Managing Director, Oliver-Laws Ltd.
London
Phone: 020 7437 8487
www.oliverlaws.com

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