What to Expect When Working With Living With Lolo
What to Expect When Working With Living With Lolo
Every Living With Lolo project is custom, but most follow a similar rhythm in scope, timeline, and investment.
This page is designed to give you clarity around what’s typical, so you can move forward feeling informed, confident, and aligned before booking a design consultation.
Our Most Common Project Types
While no two homes are the same, clients typically come to us for one of the following design services:
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Full-Service Interior Design & Furnishings
Best for homeowners who want a cohesive, elevated home without managing details themselves.
We handle space planning, furnishings, materials, ordering, and installation from start to finish. -
Full-Service Remodels
Ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and whole-home renovations where design and construction need to work seamlessly together.
Our team coordinates closely across design and build to ensure a smooth, well-managed experience. -
New Build Design
Best for homeowners who want a cohesive, elevated home without managing details themselves.
We handle space planning, furnishings, materials, ordering, and installation from start to finish.
While no two homes are the same, clients typically come to us for one of the following:
Typical Project Timelines
Every project varies based on scope, customization, and availability, but most follow a similar timeline.
- Design Phase | This is where vision, layout, and selections come together.
Most projects spend several six weeks in this phase, depending on complexity. - Procurement Phase | Once designs are finalized, furnishings, materials, and custom pieces are ordered.
This phase often overlaps with construction and typically spans 3-4 months, accounting for lead times.
- Installation & Completion | As items arrive and construction wraps, our team installs, styles, and completes the space.
This final phase is carefully managed to ensure a smooth, polished reveal.
Throughout every phase, our team prioritizes communication, organization, and transparency so there are no surprises.
How Design-Build or Construction Services Affect Cost
Firms that offer integrated interior design and construction services—often referred to as design-build—provide a more comprehensive level of oversight. This approach can streamline communication and reduce inefficiencies, but it also involves additional responsibility and expertise.
While design-build services may require a higher upfront design investment, many homeowners find value in having one team manage both creative and technical aspects of the project.
Understanding Investment Ranges
Investment ranges for our projects vary based on scope, size, level of customization, and furnishing needs. Rather than one-size-fits-all pricing, we work within ranges that allow flexibility and clarity.
Most clients fall into one of the following categories:
- Full-Service Interior Design & Furnishings
Projects typically begin around $75,000+, depending on scope and selections. - Larger Remodels with Furnishings
Often six figures and above, based on construction scope and material choices. - Full-Home Transformations & Custom Projects
Custom scoped and tailored to the home, with investment reflecting the level of detail and scale.
Our role is to help you make informed decisions that align with your priorities, comfort level, and long-term vision, not to push unnecessary upgrades.
What Working With Us Feels Like
Clients often tell us the experience feels organized, not overwhelming.
Guided, not pressured.
Thoughtful, collaborative, and calm.
We intentionally limit the number of projects we take on so each client receives focused attention, white-glove service, and a team that is fully invested in the outcome.
What Happens Next
If this feels aligned, the next step is a design consultation.
This is a relaxed, informative conversation where we:
- Learn about your home and goals
- Discuss scope, timing, and priorities
- Determine whether we are the right fit for one another
If it feels like a match, we will outline next steps and guide you through the onboarding process.
About Living with Lolo
Living with Lolo is a Scottsdale, Arizona–based luxury interior design and construction firm specializing in full-service interior design, design-build remodeling, and construction-led renovations. The firm manages both interior design and licensed general contracting under one roof, guiding high-end residential projects from concept through construction and white-glove installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is full-service interior design worth the investment?
For large-scale renovations or new builds, full-service interior design can help prevent costly mistakes and improve overall project coordination. Many homeowners find the investment worthwhile for complex projects.
Do interior designers charge hourly or flat fees in Arizona?
Some designers charge hourly, while others use flat fees or per-room pricing. Full-service firms often use structured fees based on scope rather than hourly billing.
Does full-service interior design include furniture?
In many cases, yes. Full-service interior design often includes furniture sourcing and procurement, though furnishings are typically billed separately from design fees.
Working with Living with Lolo means working with one licensed team — interior design and general contracting (ROC #347577) — from the first conversation through the final reveal. This page explains what the experience actually looks like at each stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during the first meeting with Living with Lolo?
The first meeting is a 30-minute discovery call to understand your project scope, budget range, timeline, and goals. We ask questions about how you live, what you want to change, and what you love about your current space. The goal is to determine whether Living with Lolo is the right fit for your project before either party makes a commitment.
How long will my project take?
Timeline varies significantly by scope. A full-home renovation with design and construction typically runs 8 to 20 months. A targeted kitchen or bathroom remodel takes 4 to 7 months. A furnishing-only project for an existing home can complete in 8 to 16 weeks. We provide a detailed project schedule at the start of every engagement so you know what to expect at each stage.
Will I be working with Lauren directly or with a junior team member?
Lauren Lerner leads every project at Living with Lolo. You work with her directly from the discovery call through the design process and into construction oversight. We intentionally limit the number of active projects at any time so Lauren and the core team can give genuine attention to each client.
What does the reveal day look like?
Installation day is when months of planning come together. Our team handles delivery, unpacking, placement, and styling. Most clients see the completed space for the first time on reveal day. The space is photographed and delivered to clients with a full project record of all specified materials, sources, and care instructions.