My "First" Design Job

As I have been searching for design jobs and researching the interior design industry in New York City, apparently most people consider spending under $10,000 per room a bargain.  Thank God these people are willing to pay me to do these rooms for $10,000 or more, otherwise I would have no future, so I should not scoff.  But I have been challenged to create a bedroom, bathroom and living room proposal for a client with a budget of $30,000 for all three rooms.  I maintained the original fixtures and not factoring in the cost of the subcontractors, my total cost for furnishings, lighting, decor, tile and wallcoverings came in at $17,067!  I am so UNDER budget!  My fictional first Manhattan based client is a young professional who lives in the Upper East Side.  She wanted a space where should come home to at night and feel pampered, but she also wanted the perfect set-up to host girl's night in.  Each room has subtle and not-so-subtle feminine touches and glamour and mixes bold, modern silhouettes with more personal vintage finds.

Take Care, 

T