{"id":12116,"date":"2021-08-02T19:21:41","date_gmt":"2021-08-02T19:21:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/\/?p=12116"},"modified":"2026-03-13T05:44:45","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T05:44:45","slug":"financial-management-for-interior-design-businesses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/financial-management-for-interior-design-businesses\/","title":{"rendered":"Financial Management For Interior Design Businesses"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/\">Learn<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Financial Management for Interior Designers&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:left&#8221;]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting and growing your own business is phenomenally rewarding. But, this satisfaction and fulfillment come with many challenges. Hopefully, you\u2019re not surprised that running a design services business requires you to do a lot more than getting coffee with potential clients and update your social media with exciting announcements or projects.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Successful business management requires you to spend part of your time on administrative tasks to help keep things running smoothly. In fact, most small business owners spend up to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16 hours a week<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on routine work that doesn\u2019t include core business deliverables.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial management is one of the most important functions of running a company. In a small business, the responsibility to manage and monitor finances always falls on the business owner. However, we understand if financial jargon leaves your head spinning and you dread creating spreadsheets. In this article, we\u2019ll break down business finances in detail, and review top financial management tips for interior design businesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Read also &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/ultimate-guide-to-build-strong-interior-design-brand\/\">How To Build A Strong Interior Design Brand?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12117 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/why-is-finance-management-essential-for-interior-design.png\" alt=\"why is finance management essential for interior design\" width=\"1024\" height=\"669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/why-is-finance-management-essential-for-interior-design.png 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/why-is-finance-management-essential-for-interior-design-768x502.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Image Credit: Pilot <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bookkeeping<\/span><\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Why is Financial Management Essential for Interior Design Businesses?&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All businesses have to carefully manage their finances. Unless you\u2019re a large business with more than 20 or 30 employees, you probably don\u2019t have a CFO or other individual that\u2019s solely responsible for financial management. Just how important is financial management? According to a study by U.S. Bank, approximately <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">82% of small business failures<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are due to cash flow problems. This means that most small businesses might actually succeed if they were able to carefully plan, monitor, and control their finances.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without effective financial management, your interior design business could experience any of the following impacts:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Late payments to vendors. Some vendors might be understanding, but others might rely on collection agencies to get payment from you, which can be an enormous headache and embarrassing if you\u2019re unable to remit payment. Ultimately, failure to pay invoices can irreparably damage your business\u2019 credit history, making it difficult to secure loans in the future.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Missed or inaccurate payroll. If you have employees then you understand the pressure of getting payroll run on time and correctly. Entering employee information, making adjustments, and keeping up with regulations is difficult. Payroll errors can easily cause your employees to start looking elsewhere for work.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inadequate cash flow to support your operations. Cash flow is the lifeblood of every single business. If you don\u2019t take the time to understand your cash flow ratio then you\u2019re much more likely to overspend or miss time expenses, putting your business in a vulnerable position.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/how-to-stop-losing-money-interior-design-business\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">expense management <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and tracking. Tracking your expenses is critical for many reasons, but particularly because accurate reporting is required if you plan to write off expenses (which you should). Inconsistencies or irregularities in your tax filings can result in an audit by the IRS, which might mean the discovery of back taxes owed or a fine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Undercharging for design projects because your markup is too low, or being forced to work with someone that is not an ideal client.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Read also &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/how-to-get-new-clients-for-interior-design-business\/\">12 Expert Tips To Get Clients For Interior Design Business<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12118 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/finance-management-tips-for-interior-design.png\" alt=\"finance management tips for interior design\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/finance-management-tips-for-interior-design.png 834w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/finance-management-tips-for-interior-design-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Image Credit: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diversity Women Magazine<\/span><\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Top 10 Financial Management Tips for Interior Designers:&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Understand your cash flow requirements and how they affect your bottom line. In its most basic terms, cash flow describes the balance between your receivables (outstanding invoices or other payments that will be received) and your accounts payable (all expenses you owe, usually called liabilities) and other operating expenses like salaries, benefits. Etc. There\u2019s no exact answer for the amount that your company needs to make; it simply has to be enough to cover expenses and earn profits. If your cash flow ratio is 1:1 then your business is bringing in as much money as it\u2019s spending. In that scenario, your business is not profitable (meaning you made more money than you spent). Typically, you should try to have a cash flow ratio of greater than 1:1 because it means your business is profitable. As the owner, this can allow you to invest back in the business, pay yourself more, and realize more value in your equity (ownership).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Set up a business bank account to handle all invoicing, expenses, and other financial transactions. It\u2019s not advised to mix the business finances with your personal bank account or credit cards. When it\u2019s time to pay taxes you\u2019ll be thankful that you have a clear and separate account of all business transactions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3, Get a business credit card. While individuals often try to avoid debt, credit cards that are offered to businesses can help you earn perks. Plus, you can easily pay off the credit card at the end of every month. Credit cards are also a much easier way to make online purchases.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Seek outsourced support from a bookkeeper. A freelance CPA or other certified professional might be willing to give you a more competitive rate than a full-size firm. Partnership with a trusted professional can help you access invaluable resources and expertise, avoiding mistakes that have hurt countless other businesses. Additionally, you\u2019ll be able to spend your time on more valuable projects like new business development and client relationships.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Use basic bookkeeping software like <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wave<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quickbooks<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help with tracking, invoices, and reporting. These low-cost or free tools are an excellent way to conduct your own accounting if you\u2019re just starting out or can\u2019t afford to pay someone else. Plus, you\u2019ll need a fast, simple way to send professional invoices to clients and keep track of whether they\u2019ve been paid.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Keep close track of your expenses and save records of every purchase. Many new business owners don\u2019t realize how big of a tax break they can get on eligible business expenses. How does this work? Well, qualifying business expenses lower your total operating revenue, and the government allows these expenses to be written off. What are qualifying business expenses? Here are some of the most common eligible expenses:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Payroll<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business meals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Software<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outsourced services<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rent<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interest from business loans\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Keep savings in the bank. Experts recommend <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">aiming for 3-months<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of savings that would cover all operating expenses, even if you made no additional revenue in those months.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Create and follow a financial forecast. A basic financial plan will help you understand the overall financial health of your business and how to stay on track in the future. A forecast tracks your historical performance (earnings) and predictions for the upcoming period, typically on a quarterly basis. Information in a financial forecast will usually include a balance sheet, a cash flow statement, a margin analysis, a pricing strategy, and a cost of goods sold (COGS). A financial forecast is also included in a business plan, which will describe investments you plan to make in marketing, resources, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Have a line of credit with a bank. Open lines of credit from a bank can be used as needed and often have lower interest rates than a standard business credit card. A line of credit is a great option for businesses that have healthy cash flow but occasionally need to quickly access financing for purchases. Since you only pay interest if you use the money, credit lines can be safer than a small business loan, which will require you to make payments every month.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10. Make smart investments in areas of your business that will help support growth. For example, if you\u2019re bogged down with some of the business operations, it could be a smart idea to purchase a system or hire an outsourced partner to take on some of this work. There are simple ways to evaluate whether this is a good investment. If you know that you can bill $100 an hour for your work but it will only cost you $30 a month for a better project management system, this would probably be a good investment to make.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n<p>Read also &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/generate-qualified-leads-for-interior-design-business\/\">How To Generate More Leads For Interior Design Business?<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;How to Get a Business Loan for Your Interior Design Business?&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small business loans are a lifeline for many companies that have just launched or are expanding. There are also some advantages to servicing the debt, including the fact that you can write off the interest on a business loan as an expense. Private banks, non-profit organizations, and a variety of other public institutions (called lenders) provide loans through a government-sponsored intermediary. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this might sound a little complicated, it\u2019s not an overly difficult process. Typically, you will have a relationship with a local partner that can help guide you through the application process and provide advice or counsel on the best loan options to pursue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Read also &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/instagram-marketing-tips-for-interior-designers\/\">Instagram<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/ultimate-guide-to-pinterest-marketing-for-interior-designers\/\">Pinterest Marketing for Interior Designers<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12120 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/business-loan-for-interior-designers.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/business-loan-for-interior-designers.png 1080w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/business-loan-for-interior-designers-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/business-loan-for-interior-designers-768x480.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Image Credit: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cayuse<\/span><\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;4 Types of Business Loans for Interior Design Business:&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;1. SBA Loans&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221;]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are some unique advantages to these loans, including additional support from the issuing or intermediary partner, lower interest rates, and in some cases no requirement for collateral. Often, when you first apply for a loan, a traditional bank or lender will want some type of guarantee against the loan. In other words, they want to know that you have something of value that can be turned over in case you lose the ability to pay back the loan. For many small business owners, this type of asset could include equipment, their home, or other physical property. More information on SBA loans can be found on the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SBA administration website<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;2. Microloans&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221;]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the start phase or even the first year, small businesses often need small amounts of capital to help buy equipment, rent an office space, create marketing assets, etc. Microloans are funding options specifically designed to help very small businesses in the early stage get access to loans of $50,000 or less. In businesses with only 1 or 2 employees, this cash infusion can sustain 6 months of expenses or more. To learn more about how to apply for a microloan, or whether it\u2019s right for your business, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">start here<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;3. Term Loans&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221;]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This funding option is the most traditional type of loan and describes what most people think of as a \u201cbusiness loan.\u201d With a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">term loan<\/span>,<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> small businesses are able to borrow lump sums all at once and make fixed monthly payments with added interest. In cases where large amounts of money are borrowed, the lending institution will typically place a lien against a business or personal asset (meaning they can claim ownership if you fail to repay the loan).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;4. Invoice Financing and\/or Invoice Factoring&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221;]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These financing models are designed especially for small, service-based businesses like an interior design firm that may have large outstanding invoices but need to cover expenses before the invoices are received. With both invoice financing and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">invoice factoring<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the lending body will look at your total outstanding invoices and will pursue one of two options:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They will provide you a loan based on the amount you will be paid once invoices are received. In this scenario, you are still responsible for collecting invoices.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They will offer you a lump-sum payment and then assume responsibility for the collection of the invoices themselves. With this option, you will make less than the full amount of the outstanding invoices, but you will receive the money immediately and not be burdened with collections.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While both of these options can be helpful for small businesses, be sure to consult a financial professional before making any decisions, and review all contracts carefully to ensure you aren\u2019t locked into a damaging agreement.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Read also &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/interior-design-fees\/\">Interior Design Fees<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12121 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ways-of-funding-for-interior-design-business.png\" alt=\"ways of funding for interior design business\" width=\"805\" height=\"590\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Image Credit: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quickbooks Intuit<\/span><\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Alternate Ways of Funding Your Interior Design Business&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to more traditional loan options, there are also many other ways to secure financing for your interior design business. Some popular methods include the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grants or funding for businesses that are founded and owned by minorities, women, veterans, or other marginalized groups.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start-up competitions are a relatively easy way to get smaller amounts of money if you\u2019re able to create a compelling pitch for your business idea. To win these types of competitions, you&#8217;ll need to develop pitch templates that layout a road map for how you will make a business successful by meeting an unmet need in a new way.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find an investor who is willing to give you a loan to start the business. This will typically require you to pay back the loan with interest or to give the investor a percentage of equity in the business. However, if you\u2019re able to borrow from a friend or family member, the terms of the loan could be highly favorable for both parties. There are also unique ways to structure these types of loans, including where the money is released in predetermined amounts based on your ability to reach specific growth goals. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Read also &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/how-to-find-your-niche-as-an-interior-designer\/\">How To Find Your Niche As An Interior Designer?<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Start a Successful Interior Design Business With the Right Software&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have the right business tools, each stage of the interior design process will be easier and more efficient. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/neo-interior-design-software\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foyr Neo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a one-stop-shop for all your design needs. The multifaceted design software has so many features to choose from that it makes it easier to visualize your design ideas more effectively.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">60K + ready to use products\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build Floor Plans, edit in 3D<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drag and Drop Interface<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4K Renders in minutes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, it doesn\u2019t take up a whole lot of space due to its incredible cloud computing feature. It saves time and money on licensing. Anyone can create absolutely remarkable home designs with these design tools. <\/span><a class=\"inblog-text-link\" href=\"#\" ><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foyr Neo is now available for a 14-day free trial<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, allowing you to explore the potential of infinite creation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"inblog-banner-link\" href=\"#\" ><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-19810 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Neo-footer-Banner.png\" alt=\"Neo footer Banner\" width=\"834\" height=\"333\" \/><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] [vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Financial Management for Interior Designers&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:left&#8221;] Starting and growing your own business is phenomenally rewarding. But, this satisfaction and fulfillment come with many challenges. Hopefully, you\u2019re not surprised that running a design services business requires you to do a lot more than getting coffee with potential clients and update your social media with&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/financial-management-for-interior-design-businesses\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Financial Management For Interior Design Businesses<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":12119,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"yasr_overall_rating":0,"yasr_post_is_review":"","yasr_auto_insert_disabled":"","yasr_review_type":"BlogPosting","footnotes":""},"categories":[358],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12116","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-interior-design","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - 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