Our Approach
Where we shine
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Custom Home with Furnishings
Turn Key Service (Smaller)
Our Custom Home with Furnishings service takes care of everything from start to finish—so you can sit back and relax while we handle the details. From selecting finishes to furnishing your space, we make sure every piece and plan fits seamlessly into your home. Think of it as your personal design dream team, working behind the scenes to create a home that’s uniquely yours and move-in ready. All you have to do is turn the key and enjoy a space that feels perfectly you, without the stress.
Construction & Renovation Design (New construction?)
Small or Large Scale
Whether it’s a full-scale renovation or a small home refresh, AEF has you covered. We’ll guide you through everything from initial plans to the finishing touches, making sure the process runs smoothly and the final result feels perfectly you. No matter the size of your project, we’re here to manage all the details and collaborate closely with contractors to bring your vision to life—without the overwhelm. You can count on us to create a beautifully designed space that’s as functional as it is stunning.
Furnshing & Styling
Full Home or Per Room
This service is all about bringing your space to life, whether it’s one room or the whole house. We carefully select and style each piece to create a cohesive, comfortable environment that reflects your unique taste. From sofas to side tables, we handle it all, so you can skip the stress and enjoy a beautifully finished space. Whether you need a full-home refresh or just want to elevate a single room, we’ll make sure every detail is perfectly in place and ready for you to enjoy.
WE VALUE PROCESSES
a better way to do design
IDK about you, but we think designing a home shouldn’t involve so many headaches and hoops to jump through. It should be creative, full of ease & yes, even fun.
But, you’re a realist. You know that in the home design world, delays and hiccups happen. That’s why we insist on strong processes that remove the guessing games and uncertainty, and, instead, keep you in the loop 100% of the time.
We stay in communication with you from beginning to end, so you know what you’re getting, when you’re getting it, and whether it’s coming with a bottle of bubbly (which, we personally think it always should).
So, how does it all work?
Our design process is where the magic really happens! From the first spark of inspiration to that ‘wow’ moment at the final reveal, we’ve got every detail handled. We guide you through each phase, from brainstorming the perfect design to managing orders, coordinating with contractors, and making sure every piece is in place. Whether you're taking on a full renovation or giving a single room a fresh new look, we make the journey just as enjoyable as the result. By the end, you’ll have a space that’s beautifully designed, functional, and uniquely yours—and we’ll be with you every step of the way.
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We start with a 45-minute in-person meeting for our local friends (and a video call for our long-distance ones), where we’ll get to know each other, learn about your project scope, budget, and timelines. After we’ve got all the details of your design hopes + dreams, we’ll create and send over a design proposal with all the details and the estimated cost of your project.
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Here comes the fun part! The design process starts when we send you homework (the fun kind, aka a design questionnaire and Pinterest board), and then we’ll follow it up with a meeting to get measurements for your project, review your homework, and schedule all of the meetings for Design Phase I, so you know exactly what’s happening and when.
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Description text goAfter we hash out your design plans + you give the final approval, it’s time to start ordering and tracking all of the goods. We use a receiving warehouse to make sure all of your furniture is delivered in one swoop, and our Procurement Team stays on top of the details every step of the way. The best part? We never keep you in the dark, so you can expect regular updates with details on the whereabouts of all of your furniture and materials at any given point in the design process.es here
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The moment construction begins, we work closely alongside the general contractor to ensure all aspects of our design are installed and completed to perfection. And just like the Ordering & Tracking Phase, you’ll receive regular progress reports to keep you informed during every step (a.k.a. regularly scheduled email updates so you’re never kept in the dark).
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Ta-daaa! The big day is finally here. We schedule a day (or days) to have your furniture delivered and install all styling elements to complete your final design. All that’s needed now is a big cheers to your beautiful, new (or renewed) home! Don’t worry, we’ll bring the bubbly.
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Let’s make your home dreams a reality.
From fully custom ground-up builds to furniture refreshes and everything in between, we know how to get the job done. Let us take the design stress off your plate and give you a home (and experience) that feels like you’re on vacation every day.