How We Discover Your Interior Design Style (& Why It Matters)

Dec 3, 2024 | Our Services

Our homes should make us feel happy, comfortable, and at ease. After all, homes are a reflection of the homeowners! From personal items collected through fond memories to the way you function in your day-to-day life. Here’s a look into how we discover your interior design style…

Step #1: Gather Inspiration

One of the first tasks we assign to our clients is to find inspiration photos and lots of them! It’s normal to be drawn to multiple styles so we suggest searching by room. Sometimes, people will think they are drawn to a specific style but their inspiration photos say differently! This is why we don’t limit our clients to a specific style, we focus on what they are drawn to and go from there.

Step #2: Identify Key Design Elements

When looking at clients’ inspiration photos, we are looking for common denominators – color palettes, furniture styles, artwork, materials, etc. The main thing we look for in inspiration photos is the overall look and feeling the space creates and then we find how to get there. Check out our fantastic “Find Your Signature Style” quiz to help narrow down your style options. Start your journey by taking the quiz HERE.

Step #3: Create a Concept Board

We typically only need to see a handful of inspiration photos before we can see the vision and start taking notes! Once we pinpoint the overall look the client is after, we find what makes that specific look. It could be a slipcover sofa, distressed wood, or gold accents. Every detail matters but it’s the big picture that we have in mind at all times during the design process.

Want to learn more about our services and design process? Read In-Home Interior Design Consultations: Expert Advice & Decorating Ideas.

Finding the look you’re after is the first step to creating the home you’ve always dreamed of. Show us the meal you want and we’ll find all the perfect ingredients to blow it out of the park. Make your home a reflection of you and all the things you love.

Ready to start planning your one-of-a-kind dream space? Let’s chat!

And in the meantime, take our Signature Style Quiz!

In-Home Interior Design Consultations: Expert Advice & Decorating Ideas

Dec 2, 2024 | Our Services

Interior Design Consultation in Wilmington, NC

Are you ready to transform your space into something uniquely yours? At Mickler & Co. Design Studio, our in-home interior design consultations offer expert advice and decorating ideas tailored to your style and needs. Whether you’re in Wilmington, NC or the surrounding areas, our designers bring personalized insight right to your door.

What Are the Benefits of an Interior Design Consultation?

During your consultation, you’ll receive professional, actionable design advice—from choosing paint colors and rearranging furniture to identifying your ideal design style. Our clients love the instant gratification of leaving the session with a solid plan and renewed excitement about their space.

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What Happens During a Design Consultation?

Arrival: We show up a few minutes early, ready to dive in. No need to apologize for your space—we’re here to help, not judge!
Introduction & Goal Setting: We’ll discuss your specific challenges and design goals—whether it’s a paint color consultation, updating layout, or achieving a certain aesthetic like coastal contemporary.
Action Plan: Together we’ll:
- Select paint palettes for connected rooms
- Rearrange furniture for better flow
- Source decor to reflect your personal style
Collaboration: We’ll adjust ideas in real-time based on your feedback, making sure we stay aligned with your vision.
Summary: Before we leave, we’ll create a next-steps checklist with paint colors, shopping resources, and design tips.

Why Clients Love Our Consultations

Tailored Advice: Every consultation is unique to your home and lifestyle.
Collaborative Approach: We work together to find solutions that work for you.
Actionable Results: Leave with a clear, step-by-step plan you can implement immediately.
Flexibility: You can take the plan and run with it—or let us handle the rest!

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Get Inspired With Expert Interior Design Support

Our Wilmington NC interior design consultations remove the guesswork from decorating and provide clarity and confidence. Whether you’re exploring new ideas for a coastal bathroom design or reimagining your living room layout, our design pros help you visualize and execute your vision.

Let’s Review: What You’ll Gain

Eliminate DIY Guesswork: Get expert insight and avoid costly mistakes.
Professional Objectivity: Fresh eyes + deep design knowledge = game-changing ideas.
Prioritized Next Steps: Walk away with a customized plan of action.
Excitement & Confidence: You’ll feel great about the direction of your design journey!

Service Areas

We proudly offer interior design consultations in Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas including:

Pender County
Brunswick County
Hampstead
Southport
St. James Plantation
Sunset Beach
North Topsail

Whether you’re a homeowner, renter, or investor, this service is the perfect first step toward the home you’ve always wanted.

Online Interior Design – Gold Package

Jan 25, 2022 | Our Services

Online Interior Design – Gold Package

Looking for a cost-effective yet professional approach to interior design? Mickler & Co.’s Gold Package for Online Interior Design is the perfect solution. This service offers the same high-quality design expertise as traditional full-service interior design—at a fraction of the cost!

What is Online (or Virtual) Design?

Online design, also known as virtual design, is a modern approach to interior decorating that allows you to collaborate with professional designers from the comfort of your own home. It eliminates the need for in-person meetings while delivering the same high-quality results as traditional interior design services. By using digital tools, personalized design packages, and detailed guidance, virtual design empowers you to create a beautifully curated space at a fraction of the cost. From 3D room visualizations to comprehensive shopping lists, online design combines convenience, affordability, and professional expertise to bring your dream space to life.

Why Choose Online (or Virtual) Interior Design?

Our online interior design service provides exceptional value by streamlining the process. We eliminate two time-intensive components typically included in full-service design:

Initial Intake Phase: Instead of our team conducting site visits, taking photos, and measuring the space, we guide you to handle this step yourself and share the details with us.
Shopping & Implementation: After we deliver your custom design, you take charge of purchasing and implementing the plan, saving time and money.

By empowering you to be part of the process, we can deliver high-quality designs without the high price tag.

What’s Included in the Gold Package?

With the Gold Package, you receive a comprehensive suite of tools to bring your vision to life:

3D Room Visualizations: Get a realistic preview of your redesigned space with stunning 3D images.
Inspiration Board: A curated collection of ideas to set the tone for your design.
Furniture Plan: A detailed floor plan to maximize your space effectively.
Online Shopping List: A convenient list of recommended pieces tailored to your design.
Custom Implementation Guide: Step-by-step instructions to help you turn the design into reality.

How Does It Work?

Submit Your Details: Share your space measurements, photos, and design preferences with our expert team.
Receive Your Design Package: Our team creates a fully personalized plan, complete with all the tools listed above.
Shop and Implement: Using your shopping list and implementation guide, you take the lead in completing your space.

Why Clients Love Mickler & Co.’s Gold Package

Our online interior design service combines convenience, affordability, and professional-quality results. Whether you’re redesigning your living room, bedroom, or office, the Gold Package equips you with everything you need to create a beautiful, functional space.

Ready to Transform Your Space?

Start your project today with Mickler & Co.’s Gold Package for Online Interior Design and experience the perfect blend of professional design and DIY implementation. Check out our Services page to see a sample project!

Start My Online Design Project

The Gold Package Includes:

3D Images of Your Room
Inspiration Board
Furniture Plan
Online Shopping List
Custom Implementation Guide

Start Your Project

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Gold Package Pricing – Per Room

Start Your Project

Foyer

$699

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Living-Dining Combo

$2899

Nursery/Kid Room

$1199

Living Room

$1799

Home Office

$1299

Powder Room

$999

Dining Room

$1499

Guest Bedroom

$1199

Master Bedroom

$1499

Full Bathroom

$2199

Start Your Project

Online Interior Design – Silver Package

Jan 22, 2022 | Our Services

Online Interior Design – Silver Package

Online interior design services with Mickler & Co. are an awesome, cost effective alternative to full service interior design. Online interior design provides the same, high quality design process to our clients at a fraction of the full service cost.

How do we make it more affordable?

We remove 2 crucial and time consuming portions of the full service package from our to-do list. The initial intake phase, which includes site visits, photos of the space and detailed room measurements are completed by the client and submitted to the design team. Once the design is completed by our talented crew, the client then takes on the shopping & implementation portion of the project.

What is included in the design package?

We supply a comprehensive design package that includes inspiration boards, furniture plans, a detailed shopping list and implementation guide. The client then uses design package and included shopping list to complete the ordering, receiving and installation portion of the project.

This Silver, or “light” version, of the Gold online interior design package is easier on your wallet, but may require a bit more imagination & planning without the 3D model images & custom implementation guide. We do include standard implementation tips with every Silver package. Keep in mind the design quality and process are the same, just a bit less instruction from us on how to put it together!