Choosing the right interior designer is about more than finding someone with a beautiful portfolio.

Of course, you should love their work. But you are also trusting this person to guide major decisions, help manage your investment, communicate with trades, solve problems, and translate a lot of scattered ideas into a home that actually works.

And there will be a lot of decisions.

Whether you’re planning a full renovation, a custom home project, or a large-scale remodel, preparation is one of the biggest factors in how smooth and successful the experience will be. The prettiest inspiration images in the world can only take a project so far if the planning, budget, team, and details are not thought through early.

At Rust Belt, we look at remodeling and new construction through a design-led lens.