at home with twelve chairs

It's been a little over a year since the official launch of the design services side of Twelve Chairs (the "studio" in Twelve Chairs | Shop + Studio). In addition to full service interior design, we also offer at-home design consultations. For an inside look at how it works, we've put together a list of frequently asked questions.

Q: How much does a consultation cost?

A: At-Home Consultations are a flat rate of $250.

Q: How long do they last?

A: All consultations last an hour and a half. Depending on your location, they typically start at 6:45pm and go until 8:15pm.

Q: Where will you travel?

A: All consultations in Boston are included in the flat $250. We can arrange to travel outside of the city for a travel fee of $50 per hour.

Q: Who conducts the consultation?

A: All consultations are conducted by founders and owners, Miggy Mason and Roisin Giese. We believe two heads are better than one!

Q: What can I expect during the consultation?

A: We start with a tour of your space and then discuss the specific design challenges you'd like to focus on. We often take time to brainstorm ideas and come up with an action plan before calling you back into the space to present our worked-through solutions. Our suggestions include ideas for arranging furniture, creating a color story, displaying art, selecting window treatments, and discovering additional pieces for your space.

Q: What is your availability?

A: We typically conduct all consultations on Wednesday evenings. We occasionally have availability on Mondays during the day and/or Thursday evenings.

Q: What do you need from me ahead of time?

A: It is always helpful to have a few images of the space you'd like to focus on, as well as a list of your priorities.

Q: What do you leave me with?

A: During our visit, we suggest having a notebook handy for suggestions we make regarding furniture and decor sources, paint ideas, floor plans, styling, etc. We aim to leave you with an action plan for creating a well-designed space.

Q: How do I know if a consultation is right for me?

A: At-Home Consultations are great for clients who would like insight and advice from interior designers, but are interested in executing the design on their own. Sometimes a fresh set of eyes and a proposed design direction is just what you need.

Q: Can I have you come back again?

A: Of course! We often return to clients' homes for repeat visits. Whether it's help with another room or assistance with making the final decisions on furniture and decor choices.

Q: How do I schedule an At-Home Consultation?
A: We'd love to hear from you! You can email us at hello@twelvechairsboston.com, call us at 617.701.3496, or stop by the shop and visit with us in person.