The lines in a “soft” Contemporary are a little less perpendicular, the interior spaces a little more welcoming; and there’s more use of “warm” materials like hardwood vs. “cooler” steel, marble, etc. (recessed or passive lighting and oversized custom glass windows remain a staple of both styles).
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STYLE THAT JUST WORKS
Soft Contemporary Design
Tropical Elegance Design
A Tropical Design that stands the test of time…never dated or out of style. Capturing your perfect getaway and creating an oasis in your own home. Tropical style is about ease and utility and is by definition eclectic. Warm soothing colors drawn from natural elements such as the sea, sky and foliage.
New Construction & Remodel
New construction is a big investment. The sheer complexity of interior design decisions involved in pulling together a newly constructed home or addition can be more than overwhelming. Linda Barber Interiors can help alleviate some of the anxiety by working directly with home builders and architects.
Linda Barber Interiors Process
AFTER THE DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PHASE IS COMPLETED, THE PROJECT IS AT THE POINT WHERE THE DESIGN CAN BE RESOLVED; WHEN ALL OF THE DECISIONS OF THE CLIENTS AND DESIGN TEAM COME TOGETHER AND THE INTERIOR DESIGN DOCUMENTATION BEGIN TO TAKE SHAPE. A PRELIMINARY SET OF DOCUMENTS MAY BE ISSUED, INCLUDING; FURNITURE PLANS, REFERENCE PLANS, CEILING PLANS, FLOORING AND TILE PLANS, LIGHTING PLANS AND INTERIOR ELEVATIONS.
ONCE THE PROJECT TEAM HAS FULFILLED THE CONCEPT PHASE, THE DESIGN DEVELOPING PHASE BUILDS ON THOSE DECISIONS REACHING TO THE ENTIRE PROJECT SCOPE, PAST THAT OF THE KEY SPACES. THIS PHASE PUSHES THE DESIGN CONCEPT INTO EVERY CORNER OF THE PROJECT TO DEVELOP AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INTERIOR SPACES AND HOW EACH SPACE WILL FUNCTION. AT THIS POINT IN THE PROJECT THE MAIN OBJECTIVE IS TO ENSURE THE DESIGN AND FUNCTION NEEDS ARE WORKING TOGETHER IN HARMONY.
IN MANY CASES THIS PHASE MAY BE BROKEN INTO TWO DISTINCT MILESTONES; CONCEPT AND SCHEMATIC DESIGN. WITHIN THE CONCEPT MILESTONE; PLAN REVIEW, SPACE PLANNING, MOOD IMAGERY, AND INITIAL MATERIAL PALETTE IDEAS ARE DEVELOPED. WITHIN THE SCHEMATIC MILESTONE; INTERIOR SKETCHES, ELEVATIONS, CEILING DESIGNS, FLOORING PATTERNS, FURNISHING MOOD AND PRELIMINARY FINISH SELECTIONS ARE DEVELOPED FOR THE KEY SPACES.
THE FIRST PHASE OF OUR PROJECTS IS THE PROGRAMMING PHASE. THIS PHASE IS PRE-DESIGN AND IS CRITICAL TO DETERMINE SCOPE OF WORK AND IDENTIFY THE PROJECT DEPTH. UNDERSTANDING THE CRITICAL PATH OF THE PROJECT PROVIDES THE BASIS OF THE PROJECT TIMELINE. THE CLIENT’S AESTHETIC WISHES FOR THE PROJECT LEVEL OF DETAIL AND FINISHES, FUNCTION NEEDS, FURNISHING STYLE, BUDGETARY REQUIREMENTS AND IDENTIFYING PREFERRED VENDORS ARE KEY TO PROGRAMMING EVERY PROJECT.
ONCE THE CLIENT HAS APPROVED THE DESIGN PHASES, THE DEPTH DETAILING OF THE PROJECT’S DESIGNS BEGINS. IN THIS PHASE THE INTERIOR DESIGN DRAWINGS ARE FULLY COORDINATED WITH CONSULTANTS AND VENDORS AS NEEDED. THE DETAIL WORK IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE DESIGN EXECUTION IS CREATED
AFTER THE DESIGN DETAILS ARE DEVELOPED AND COORDINATED, THE PRODUCTION OF THE WORKING DRAWINGS ARE DEVELOPED WITH THE REQUIRED CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION. IN ADDITION TO THE SET OF DRAWINGS, SUPPLEMENTAL SPECIFICATION PACKAGES OF PLUMBING, LIGHTING, CABINETRY, FINISHES AND PAINT SCHEDULES ARE SUBMITTED. THE DOCUMENTATION TYPE IS SPECIFICALLY TAILORED TO THE NEEDS OF THE PROJECT AND CLIENT.
THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DESIGN IS OVERSEEN BY THE DESIGN TEAM. THEY WORK CLOSELY WITH THE CONSULTANTS AND CONTRACTOR, PROBLEM SOLVING AS NEEDED, THROUGH ALL STAGES OF THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS. THIS PHASE ALSO INCLUDES REVIEW OF SHOP DRAWINGS AND OTHER CONSULTANT COORDINATION AS THE REALITY OF THE SPACES COMES TO LIFE. INSTALLATION OF THE FURNISHINGS AND ADDING THE FINAL TOUCHES ARE THE CONCLUSION AND MOST EXCITING MILESTONE OF THE REALIZATION OF THE DESIGN FOR EACH PROJECT.
Testimonials
Linda is a very talented designer. She had done the design work on several of my homes and the final product each time has been spectacular. We have a large family so having a house that is functional, but elegant is key. She nailed it! She has impeccable taste, an excellent eye for color, and very creative ideas to make any home beautiful and outstanding. She is accommodating, warm, and can work within any budget. She can honestly turn straw into gold. We recently hired Linda again for a commercial design project and are excited to see the outcome. Thank you Linda!
Kathy Maloy, Client
Linda Barber, has been a business associate of mine for approximately 15 years. I am a realtor selling direct gulf front condominiums on Longboat Key. Linda, as a Buyer or Seller has continued to set new bench marks, in terms of raising the bar with her superb design design and renovations. Every project that she has overseen has set a new precedence for pricing in that particular development. Her attention to detail is second to none. I will continue to refer her to my high-end clients and will rest easy that they are in good hands.
Dennis Girard, Realtor
If only we can give more than 5 stars… Linda Barber Interiors is amazing. Linda is so gifted; she bravely takes the most difficult situation and turns it on its head and transforms it into fabulous! Everything from cottages to castles, she has no bounds. Linda is a listener, is efficient with a level of excellence to the craft and workmanship and understands her projects intimately.
Megan and Michael Behmke, Client