Just bought a tiny little Chicago condo in ‘as is’ condition. Can I afford an interior designer?

Saturday, January 9th, 2010 at 1:18 pm

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Cister says:

January 9, 2010 at 1:18 pm

Congrats!
Try one of this sites:
http://www.google.ca/search?sourceid=navclient&ie=UTF-8&rlz=1T4GFRD_enCA204CA204&q=cheap+remodeling

and look at this:
http://www.allthingsfrugal.com/h_remodel.htm
Kathy P says:

January 9, 2010 at 1:18 pm

You could do most of it yourself. A lot of kitchen and bath places will help you with a lay-out and will install/deliver your purchases. Even Home Depot does this.

As for the other items, new doors, switching rooms up – if you take it one room at a time, you can do it. If your budget of $7,000.00 includes furniture, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops – than no, an interior designer would probably not be able to help you.

I would check anyway with some interior decorators and designers in your area, maybe students or someone just starting out.

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Finding and choosing the right kind of Bar Stools or counter stools for your bar, home or your kitchen is an important part choice, as many different sizes, materials, finishes and colors.
First of all, decide if you are choosing Counter Stools or Bar Stools, as they are somewhat different. Bar stools are usually a little taller, by around 4 inches. A good measurement to consider is to make sure that the stool's cushion or seat is about 10 to 12 inches from the underside of the bar or counter. That way, you know that you and your guests will be seated comfortably and have suitable leg room while seated.
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