Not every designer can dictate their pricing and payment terms—but not because they can’t, rather because they haven’t positioned themselves as experts who command it. This blog explores how authority, specialization, and a strong brand allow top designers to control client engagements, charge premium fees, and shift from justifying their pricing to confidently setting the terms. Learn how to elevate your positioning and take control of your design business.

Many interior designers assume they must provide pricing upfront to land a project, but is that really true? Industries like healthcare and legal services operate on post-service billing—so why not design? This blog explores how designers can rethink pricing structures, implement safeguards to ensure payment, and create a business model that prioritizes value over estimates. Learn how to protect yourself while shifting the way you charge for your expertise.

The right accounting partner should be more than a bookkeeper—they should be the financial architect of your business giving you the mental bandwidth to make high-level, strategic decisions.

Every time you price a project without a clear framework, you’re losing more than just time—you’re draining your mental energy and sabotaging your financial potential. The stress, second-guessing, and uncertainty take their toll, leaving you stuck in a cycle of burnout and inconsistent earnings.

Ready to take control of your pricing? Schedule a call with the Propos'Ability team today and let’s build a framework that works for you.

Many designers start their own firms for creative freedom, only to find themselves buried in administrative tasks, financial uncertainty, and constant client demands. Your business model shapes everything—who you hire, how you price, and whether you’re constantly overwhelmed or thriving. If you’re ready to structure your firm for long-term success and prove your expertise, Propos’Ability can help. Let’s build a business that works for you.

This blog explores how designers can apply David Baker’s principles from his book The Business of Expertise—owning a niche, leveraging expertise, pricing confidently, and marketing through thought leadership—to elevate their business and attract the right clients.

How can you take control of your financials without feeling overwhelmed? In this post, we’ll explore why financial confusion happens, what it can cost your business, and how to stay empowered in your decision-making.

In the grand masterpiece of your creative business, the balance sheet plays a pivotal role. It’s more than just numbers; it’s a narrative of your financial journey. Embracing this document allows you to blend your artistic passion with strategic insight, ensuring that your creative dreams are supported by a solid financial foundation.

Delve into why mastering your personal finances is crucial and explore strategies to ensure both personal and business financial success.

Understanding the differences between profit, revenue, income, and wealth through the lens of P.R.I.W. - Profit Reflects Incomes Worth

What if you knew exactly how many projects you needed to take on from now until you retire? What if you had a clear scope for each project and the confidence that every single one was contributing to your lifestyle goals?

Delve into the value of controlling costs in your interior design business. Explore the four types of costs, the importance of allocating operating costs to projects, and the need to project future cost increases.

We're going to break down the concept of profit, how it fits into your pricing strategy, and why it's essential to understand why profit should not be used to run the day to day operations of your business.

Your interior design intellectual property is a treasure trove of creativity and expertise that deserves to be recognized and valued. Factoring in and charging for your IP celebrates your creativity and compensates you accordingly!

What interior designers can expect when beginning to work with an accounting team, including the learning curve, communication nuances, operational integration, and the benefits of this collaboration.

While hourly rates have been a traditional pricing method in the industry, it's essential to consider whether this approach is truly the best fit for your design firm.