Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Shepard Design Studio is a full-service interior design firm specializing in residential renovations, new construction, furnishings, kitchen and bathroom remodels, ADUs, and luxury interior design throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.

  • We serve Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Danville, Alamo, the East Bay, and clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.

  • An interior designer helps guide space planning, material selections, lighting design, cabinetry, furnishings, construction coordination, and overall project cohesion — helping homeowners avoid costly mistakes and create a more refined final result.

  • Homeowners should look for formal education, technical experience, professional certifications such as NCIDQ, industry affiliations like IIDA, and experience managing complex renovations and construction projects.

  • Our work blends refined, elevated, and timeless interiors tailored to each client’s lifestyle, architecture, and long-term goals rather than following trends.

  • Full-service interior design may include programming, space planning, finish selections, cabinetry design, lighting plans, furnishings, procurement, project coordination, styling, and installation oversight.

  • Project timelines vary based on project size, permitting, construction complexity, and product lead times. A typical kitchen or bathroom remodel may take several months, while larger whole-home renovations and new construction projects can take a year or more.

  • The process typically begins with an initial consultation or discovery call to discuss your project goals, timeline, scope, and overall vision.