A home renovation is one of the biggest investments you'll make. It shouldn't rely on endless decisions, crossed fingers, or hoping everything comes together.
My proven five-phase design process brings structure to the process, establishing clear goals and guiding the right decisions at the right time.
Before we design, I take the time to understand what matters to you and what you want your home to achieve. From there, my five-phase process guides the decisions from initial ideas through to the finished home.
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Every project is designed to give you three things:
Know what we're deciding, why it matters, and what's coming next.
Feel good about your choices because every recommendation is grounded in your goals, your home, and my expertise.
I manage the details and coordinate with your construction team, so you can focus on your life while your renovation moves forward.
A clear, structured process means you always know where you are, what's happening next, and what decisions need to be made.

A relaxed 30-minute conversation to learn about your project, answer your questions, and see if we're the right fit.
If we decide to move forward together, Phase One begins with an in-home consultation where we take a closer look at how you live, what isn't working, and what you want your home to do differently. From there, we establish the priorities that will guide the design.

We begin by understanding how you live, what matters to you, and what isn't working. Together, we identify your priorities, opportunities, and the direction for your renovation.
What you gain:
✔ A clear vision for your home
✔ Priorities to guide every decision
✔ A confident direction forward

We explore layouts, ideas, and possibilities that respond to your needs and unlock the potential of your home.
What you gain:
✔ A layout that works for your life
✔ A clear design direction
✔ A vision you can see yourself living in

We bring the design to life through carefully considered choices for cabinetry, materials, lighting, furniture, colour, and finishes.
What you gain:
✔ A cohesive design
✔ Curated selections that reflect your style
✔ Decisions you feel good about

Every design decision is translated into detailed drawings and specifications that clearly communicate the vision to your contractor and trades.
What you gain:
✔ Confidence before construction begins
✔ A complete drawing package
✔ Clear communication for your contractor

I remain involved throughout construction and installation, working with your contractor and trades to help the design come together as intended.
What you gain:
✔ An experienced advocate throughout construction
✔ Ongoing design guidance
✔ A finished home that lives up to the vision
Every colour feels right.
The furniture fits and works for your life.
Every space has a purpose.
You didn't spend your evenings researching products or second-guessing every decision.
You had an expert guiding the process from the beginning, bringing all the pieces together into a home that feels completely your own.
Let's talk about your home, what you're hoping to change, and whether my process is the right fit for your renovation.
Ben Sigston
Please reach out to me at onida@onidagarner.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
A: It is a relaxed 30-minute conversation, no fee and no obligation. I want to hear about your home, your life, and what you are hoping for. You’ll get a sense of how we work, how the process flows, and what you can expect. By the end we will both have a clear sense of whether it makes sense to move forward together.
A: The paid 90-minute consultation is where we really get into it. I come to your home, see the space in person, ask detailed questions about how you live, and gather everything I need to develop a proper design direction and prepare your fee proposal for the full project. I also offer virtual meetings if that works better for your busy schedule. The consultation gives you a real experience of working with me before committing to anything further. Some clients find the consultation gives them everything they need. Many choose to continue into the full project. Either outcome is completely fine.
A: Not at all. The consultation is a complete service in itself. You will leave with clear recommendations, a written summary, and a confident sense of what your home needs. If you decide to continue, I will have everything I need to prepare your fee proposal. There is no pressure either way.
A: The in-home consultation is $650 + GST and stands on its own as a complete service. For full-service design, each project varies depending on the size, complexity, and scope, and every project begins with a fee proposal prepared after the consultation, so you will have complete clarity on investment before committing to a fully-managed project.
A: It depends on scope. Kitchen and bathroom projects typically run 4 to 6 months from consultation to final installation. Whole home renovations run 8 months to a year or longer. I provide a timeline range for the design as part of your fee proposal so you can plan around it.
A: I work primarily in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and Vancouver. If you are outside these areas, reach out and we can discuss whether it makes sense.
Full-home renovations and large single-room projects across North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and Vancouver. Each one designed for the specific people who live in it. Click through for the colour, the detailing, and the way the rooms actually work.
Onida Garner Design
Full-Service Residential Interior Design in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and Vancouver.
Principal-led, OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE, WITH 12 years LEADING Onida Garner Design.
distinctive, expressive homes designed to support how you live.
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