Frequently Asked Questions

Professional Guidance for Your Design Journey

As a premier provider of Interior Design Services: Johannesburg based studio edge.ids understands that starting a renovation or styling project can feel overwhelming. We have compiled this guide to help you understand our process, our manufacturing capabilities, and how we manage your project from concept to completion. We believe that the environments where you live and work should feel layered and uniquely yours, and our work is rooted in listening to your specific needs.

The Design Process & Approach

We provide a comprehensive range of solutions including spatial planning, custom furniture manufacturing, and full project management. Our expertise extends to bespoke window treatments, furniture restoration, and specialized interior styling for both residential and commercial spaces.

At edge.ids, we believe in providing value through technical precision. Our fees are structured to reflect the specific size and requirements of your project. Whether you require a single bespoke item or a full home furnishing service, we offer professional guidance tailored to your specific scope and budget.

The timeline varies significantly based on the project scope. A single piece of custom furniture may take four to six weeks, while a full home renovation involving procurement from textile houses like Hertex can span several months. During our initial consultation, we provide a realistic timeline based on your requirements.

Absolutely. While residential styling is a core part of our interior design services Johannesburg, we apply the same level of technical integrity to commercial environments. This includes boutique offices, retail spaces, and hospitality projects where custom furniture is required to enhance the brand experience.

Manufacturing & Quality

Unlike many firms that only specify products, edge.ids is deeply involved in the workshop process. By bridging the gap between design and the workshop, we ensure that every creative concept is grounded in technical integrity. This hands-on approach allows for strict quality control over every bespoke piece.

Yes. We offer professional furniture restoration as part of our comprehensive interior design services Johannesburg. We assist with fabric selection from premium suppliers like Mavromac and manage the full re-upholstery process to give your cherished pieces a new life.

By bridging the gap between design and the workshop, Sarah ensures that every creative concept is physically possible and built to last. This technical background means we do not just suggest an aesthetic; we understand the joinery, fabric durability, and engineering behind every piece.

Yes. Our relationship with leading textile houses ensures we have access to a vast array of global brands. Whether your project requires locally manufactured linen or specific international patterns, we manage the procurement and logistics to ensure every element aligns with the vision.

Logistics, Travel & Virtual Services

While our studio is central, our interior design services Johannesburg based team is fully equipped for travel. Sarah Plagis has successfully managed projects across South Africa and is open to discussing commissions regardless of location, including national and international projects.

While we offer a virtual consultation service for initial briefings and site assessments, Sarah is also available to travel for in-person consultations. We believe that being physically present in a space allows for a deeper understanding of volume and light, ensuring our spatial planning is technically accurate.

We provide full on-site project coordination. This ensures that the design vision is executed correctly by all contractors involved. We manage the complexities of procurement and logistics, from sourcing materials to final installation, so you can focus on the transformation.

The first step is to contact the studio for a preliminary discussion. Because every brief is unique and avoids one-size-fits-all solutions, we provide tailored fee structures based on the complexity, scale, and location of the project requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions