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Interior design services South Carolina

Interior design services South Carolina

New builds - interior design for custom homes

Building process from the discovery meeting to the final installation includes: client intake, space planning, selection of all hard materials [tiles, flooring, plumbing, hardware, shelving, cabinetry, walls, countertops, etc.], documentation of materials, architectural detailing, project management, fabric and furniture selection, custom cabinetry detailing, custom designed furniture fabrication, window treatments, wall covering, and color specification.

Wellness Immersions
New builds - interior design for custom homes

Building process from the discovery meeting to the final installation includes: client intake, space planning, selection of all hard materials [tiles, flooring, plumbing, hardware, shelving, cabinetry, walls, countertops, etc.], documentation of materials, architectural detailing, project management, fabric and furniture selection, custom cabinetry detailing, custom designed furniture fabrication, window treatments, wall covering, and color specification.

Wellness Immersions
New builds - interior design for custom homes

Building process from the discovery meeting to the final installation includes: client intake, space planning, selection of all hard materials [tiles, flooring, plumbing, hardware, shelving, cabinetry, walls, countertops, etc.], documentation of materials, architectural detailing, project management, fabric and furniture selection, custom cabinetry detailing, custom designed furniture fabrication, window treatments, wall covering, and color specification.

Wellness Immersions
New furnishings - full‑service interior design & furnishings

Entire room furnishings includes space planning, rug placement and selection, upholstered furniture sourcing, assigning and placement of fabrics, trim, and wall coverings, design, sketching, and fabrication of one-of-a-kind furniture and cabinetry, custom designed motorized and non-motorized window treatments, lighting placement and selection, curating and commissioning art and sculpture, and accessorizing all spaces in project scope.

Live Cooking Class
New furnishings - full‑service interior design & furnishings

Entire room furnishings includes space planning, rug placement and selection, upholstered furniture sourcing, assigning and placement of fabrics, trim, and wall coverings, design, sketching, and fabrication of one-of-a-kind furniture and cabinetry, custom designed motorized and non-motorized window treatments, lighting placement and selection, curating and commissioning art and sculpture, and accessorizing all spaces in project scope.

Live Cooking Class
New furnishings - full‑service interior design & furnishings

Entire room furnishings includes space planning, rug placement and selection, upholstered furniture sourcing, assigning and placement of fabrics, trim, and wall coverings, design, sketching, and fabrication of one-of-a-kind furniture and cabinetry, custom designed motorized and non-motorized window treatments, lighting placement and selection, curating and commissioning art and sculpture, and accessorizing all spaces in project scope.

Live Cooking Class
Custom kitchen renovation with navy blue and natural wood cabinetry, brass pendant lighting, and white subway tile backsplash by Renae Keller Interior Design
Custom kitchen renovation with navy blue and natural wood cabinetry, brass pendant lighting, and white subway tile backsplash by Renae Keller Interior Design
"RKID could see and embrace our vision, enhancing form and function while paying homage to the classic features of our historic home."
"RKID could see and embrace our vision, enhancing form and function while paying homage to the classic features of our historic home."
"RKID could see and embrace our vision, enhancing form and function while paying homage to the classic features of our historic home."

Our design process

Step 1 of Renae Keller Interior Design process: Design Development - Two women discussing interior design plans in an elegant living room setting in Charleston

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Discovery

Every project is unique, yet begins the same way: with a in-depth interior design consultation about your lifestyle and objectives Charleston SC homeowner. In this discussion, we ask questions that get to the heart of your "why". Understanding what motivates and inspires you is a key part of our process. Discovering the experiences that bring you joy helps us further guide you as we translate your dreams into reality.

Design development

The creative design process is unpredictable and fluid, adapting to each unique project. We find inspiration in a variety of places; sometimes the design process begins with a rug and sometimes the rug is the final selection. While the journey may vary the end result is the same, a beautiful and functional interior. Trust RKID to skillfully guide you through the creative design process.

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Step 2 of Renae Keller Interior Design process: Installation - Interior designer working on installation details in a Charleston home
Step 3 of Renae Keller Interior Design process: Project Documentation and Management - Interior designer reviewing architectural plans and blueprints for a Charleston project

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Project documentation and management

The documentation of all decisions is a crucial step in the process, as well as problem solving when challenges arise. Our experienced designers skillfully collaborate to find the best solutions and provide the necessary specifications and detailed drawings for an accurate build.

Installation

To ensure our clients enjoy a seamless and positive experience, appreciating every detail of their new home, it is essential to orchestrate a well-planned and phased installation process. The most successful installations are those carefully integrated into the final stages of the home’s construction timeline. We find that inviting our clients to walk into a fully furnished home creates a truly welcoming experience.

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Woman washing fresh produce at a farmhouse kitchen sink beside a sunny window

What's included

On a construction and furnishings project, our involvement reaches from the exterior materials to the linens on the beds.

  • Consultation on exterior materials
  • Millwork details specified
  • Interior and exterior stonework selection
  • Custom furnishings: sketches, cushion inserts, trim details, stains and finishes, upholstery methods
  • Custom cabinetry design: species, finishes, construction, style and moulding
  • Showroom visits, as each project requires
  • On-site supervision and walk-throughs with your trades
  • Decorative lighting locations specified
  • Cabinet, bath and door hardware placement
  • Tile layout confirmation
  • Project completion punch list
  • Turnkey installation, down to bedding, linens and tableware

How long it takes

For a ground-up build of around 4,500 square feet. Design and management run alongside construction, so the phases overlap.

16 to 21 months

Typical engagement, kickoff to photography

Discovery3 to 4 weeks
Design4 to 5 months
Documentation & Management10 to 15 months
Installation3 to 6 weeks

The construction schedule, the pace of decisions and vendor lead times set the final timeline. We update the schedule at each phase.

Our design process

Step 1 of Renae Keller Interior Design process: Design Development - Two women discussing interior design plans in an elegant living room setting in Charleston

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Discovery

Every project is unique, yet begins the same way: with a in-depth interior design consultation about your lifestyle and objectives Charleston SC homeowner. In this discussion, we ask questions that get to the heart of your "why". Understanding what motivates and inspires you is a key part of our process. Discovering the experiences that bring you joy helps us further guide you as we translate your dreams into reality.

Design development

The creative design process is unpredictable and fluid, adapting to each unique project. We find inspiration in a variety of places; sometimes the design process begins with a rug and sometimes the rug is the final selection. While the journey may vary the end result is the same, a beautiful and functional interior. Trust RKID to skillfully guide you through the creative design process.

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Step 2 of Renae Keller Interior Design process: Installation - Interior designer working on installation details in a Charleston home
Step 3 of Renae Keller Interior Design process: Project Documentation and Management - Interior designer reviewing architectural plans and blueprints for a Charleston project

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Project documentation and management

The documentation of all decisions is a crucial step in the process, as well as problem solving when challenges arise. Our experienced designers skillfully collaborate to find the best solutions and provide the necessary specifications and detailed drawings for an accurate build.

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Step 4 of Renae Keller Interior Design process: Discovery - Initial client consultation meeting to discuss interior design vision and project goals in Charleston
Woman washing fresh produce at a farmhouse kitchen sink beside a sunny window

Installation

To ensure our clients enjoy a seamless and positive experience, appreciating every detail of their new home, it is essential to orchestrate a well-planned and phased installation process. The most successful installations are those carefully integrated into the final stages of the home’s construction timeline. We find that inviting our clients to walk into a fully furnished home creates a truly welcoming experience.

Our projects

Our projects

Dutch Door Charm interior design project showing open-concept living area with exposed beams, built-in cabinetry, and elegant hallway by Renae Keller Interior Design
Dutch Door Charm interior design project showing open-concept living area with exposed beams, built-in cabinetry, and elegant hallway by Renae Keller Interior Design
Pearson Lake Pool House Charleston - Interior living area with seating and pool views through large windows by Renae Keller Interior Design
Pearson Lake Pool House Charleston - Interior living area with seating and pool views through large windows by Renae Keller Interior Design
Elegant kitchen renovation with white shaker cabinets, farmhouse sink, patterned wallpaper, and roman shades by Renae Keller Interior Design Charleston
Elegant kitchen renovation with white shaker cabinets, farmhouse sink, patterned wallpaper, and roman shades by Renae Keller Interior Design Charleston

Frequently asked questions

Why should I hire Renae Keller Interior Design?

With our genuine passion for design, innate curiosity of people, and decades of experience - we will skillfully guide you through the process, elevate your expectations and be your advocate along the way.

When should we hire an interior designer?

At the very beginning of the project! Every member of the design team has a distinct role, the most thoughtful designs come from having your design team collaborate from the beginning. We want to ensure you have ample time in our schedule reserved for your project to give you our undivided attention.

How much should I budget?

Every project is unique. We are able to give an overall estimate based on the knowledge we receive from you and the design team regarding project scope, location, and timeline of the project.

How do you work?

We hold the overall vision while collaborating with your architect and builder to ensure every design detail is thoughtfully executed. We problem solve with the design team when challenges arise to present our clients with the best solution.

What does your interior design process look like?

Every project begins with an in‑depth interior design consultation to understand your lifestyle, goals, and investment. From there, we move through concept and design development, selections, documentation, and project management, ending with a full installation day where your home is styled and ready to live in.

Our Approach
We create homes that not only meet the needs of daily life but also elevate our clients' experiences, bringing more joy, comfort, and beauty into their lives.

Whether you’re building new, renovating, or refreshing your interiors, we’ll guide you through every phase from inspiration to installation.

Interior designer pinning samples to an inspiration wall
Our Approach
We create homes that not only meet the needs of daily life but also elevate our clients' experiences, bringing more joy, comfort, and beauty into their lives.

Whether you’re building new, renovating, or refreshing your interiors, we’ll guide you through every phase from inspiration to installation.

Interior designer pinning samples to an inspiration wall
Our Approach
We create homes that not only meet the needs of daily life but also elevate our clients' experiences, bringing more joy, comfort, and beauty into their lives.

Whether you’re building new, renovating, or refreshing your interiors, we’ll guide you through every phase from inspiration to installation.

Interior designer pinning samples to an inspiration wall
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