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As the only membership of its kind in Northwest Indiana and Southwest Michigan, The Design Lab makes high-end design accessible for hands-on homeowners.

Our exclusive membership gives you tailored 1:1 design support each month—helping you navigate selections, troubleshoot challenges, and keep your project on track with expert guidance.

Our monthly design membership gives you tailored 1:1 working sessions with our designers for your renovation, build, or furnishing project. Think of it as having a designer in your back pocket—helping you make confident decisions, troubleshoot challenges, and bring your vision to life without the overwhelm.

As the only service of its kind in Northwest Indiana and Southwest Michigan, The Design Lab makes professional, high-end design guidance more accessible for hands-on homeowners.

Your Monthly Design Membership

On-Demand Design Expertise for Your Home Project

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This membership is made for you if::

  • You’re managing your own renovation or furnishing project but want expert input along the way.
  • You’re confident in your style but want professional eyes on key decisions.
  • You need flexible, ongoing support—without committing to full-service design.
  • You want a trusted design partner to help you stay focused, organized, and inspired.
You’re a great fit if you:

  • Are managing your own renovation, furnishing, or build but want an expert sounding board.
  • Want to stay hands-on while removing the guesswork from design decisions.
  • Need professional guidance to keep your project organized, cohesive, and moving forward.
  • Value clarity and collaboration without committing to full-service design.

Is The Design Lab Right for You?

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What Your Membership Includes

  • Up to 10 hours of 1:1 design support each month
  • Sessions booked in 1–2+ hour working blocks
  • Access to virtual, in-studio, or showroom meetings
  • Support for selections, layouts, sourcing, and more

After each session, you’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and actionable next steps—keeping your project moving forward without overwhelm.

Timeline: Ongoing monthly membership with a 3-month minimum
Investment: $3,000/month (10 hours)
Each month, you’ll receive up to 10 hours of tailored design support, booked in 1–2+ hour working sessions.
Your time can be used for:

  • Virtual, in-studio, or showroom meetings
  • Design feedback and layout reviews
  • Material and finish selections
  • Sourcing, styling, and design troubleshooting
  • Session recaps with prioritized next steps

Timeline: Ongoing monthly support with a 3-month minimum commitment
Investment: $3,000/month (10 hours of design time)

Here’s What Your Monthly Membership Delivers

  1. Apply Online
    Fill out our quick Design Lab application. It takes just a few minutes and helps us understand your project needs and goals.

  2. Kickoff Session
    We’ll start with a focused 45–60 minute call to outline your first month, prioritize goals, and map out how your hours will be used.

  3. Work in Sprints
    Each month includes up to 10 hours of tailored support. Sessions are booked in 1–2+ hour blocks—whether that’s a showroom visit, sourcing call, layout review, or troubleshooting design challenges.

  4. Track Everything in Your Portal
    You’ll have a private client portal where all selections, notes, and next steps are organized for easy reference—no scattered links or lost threads.

  5. Renew or Wrap
    The Design Lab requires a 3-month minimum. Many clients choose to continue month-to-month or extend for 6+ months to maintain clarity and momentum.

How the Membership Works — Step by Step

How It Works

  1. Apply Online
    Complete a quick 2–3 minute application so we can understand your project and goals.

  2. Kickoff Session
    A 45–60 minute strategy session to set priorities and outline your first month.

  3. Monthly Design Support
    Use your 10 hours for hands-on help—layout reviews, selections, sourcing, and troubleshooting.

  4. Track Progress
    Your private client portal keeps selections, notes, and next steps organized.

  5. Renew or Wrap
    Continue monthly or pause after 3 months—the membership is designed to flex with your needs.
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Founding Member Offer: Join by December 31, 2025, and receive $500 off your first 3 months.
The Design Lab is a monthly membership experience—$3,000 per month for 10 hours of design support, with a 3-month minimum. Payment is billed monthly.

Spots are limited so we can give each member our full attention—apply early to secure your place.
The Design Lab membership starts at $3,000 per month, with a 3-month minimum commitment.
Payment is billed monthly.

Your commitment to clarity

After every 1:1 working session, you’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and a concrete action plan—so your project keeps moving forward without the overwhelm.

The Design Lab Promise

We accept a limited number of Design Lab clients at a time to ensure personalized attention and meaningful progress for every project.

Limited Spots Available

Answers to common questions

No, hours reset each month to keep momentum and consistency.
Do unused hours roll over?
You can add extra hours or transition to our full-service design package as your project grows.
What if I need more than 10 hours?
Yes, a 3-month minimum ensures enough time for real progress.
Is there a minimum commitment?
Most sessions are virtual, but we also offer in-studio and showroom meetings depending on your project scope and location. 
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Answers to common questions

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Join The Design Lab and experience a true design membership—personalized guidance, flexible support, and a creative partner in your corner every month.

Spaces are limited so each member receives our full attention.
Apply now to see if The Design Lab is the right fit for your project.
Together, we’ll turn indecision into momentum and bring your vision to life.
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