Hiring an interior designer is about more than aesthetics—it’s about clarity and confidence. A designer helps translate your lifestyle and priorities into a cohesive plan, while managing the many decisions and timelines that come with a project. With professional guidance and advocacy, costly mistakes are avoided and every choice supports how you live, resulting in a home that feels intentional, functional, and personal.

We work closely with your builder and architect as an integrated team, ensuring design intent, functionality, and lifestyle considerations are carried through every detail. From reviewing plans to coordinating finishes, we help maintain alignment and streamline communication throughout the process. If you don’t yet have a builder or architect, we can help you identify the right partners—connecting you with trusted professionals who align with your project goals and working style.

Timelines vary based on scope and construction schedules, but most projects follow a phased approach that span 4-12 months or longer for large renovations and new builds. We provide realistic timelines upfront and manage decisions and milestones throughout the process to keep everything moving smoothly.

Our work is best suited for full-room designs, renovations, and larger-scale projects. While every project is unique, we typically work with projects that have a minimum overall investment of $50,000. For clients with smaller budgets we reccomend booking a consutlation through TALD.

Yes. While Norton Interiors is based in Washington, DC and serves Maryland and Virginia, the firm also works with clients nationwide. Full-service projects are structured to include on-site visits, with travel thoughtfully built into the scope so the team remains hands-on and closely involved. Through clear communication and close collaboration with local builders and trades, projects are managed seamlessly—ensuring design intent and execution stay aligned regardless of location.