Our process.
Guiding your project with precision, artistry, and care.
Mackey Design Group is a full-service interior design studio committed to excellence, leading projects from concept to completion with clarity and intention. With expertise across residential, hospitality, and commercial sectors, we deliver bespoke solutions tailored to each client’s unique vision.
Our process covers every stage—from initial ideation and concept development to design documentation, permitting, procurement, and project administration. Through collaboration and attention to detail, we create interiors that are timeless, functional, and deeply personal.
01. Ideation
This is the discovery phase where the client’s needs, vision, and goals are explored in depth. The design team gathers inspiration, assesses the space, and begins brainstorming creative concepts to establish a clear design direction.
02. Schematic Design
Initial design concepts take shape through visioning exercises, sketches, and preliminary layouts. This phase focuses on spatial planning, key design themes, and the overall aesthetic framework, allowing client feedback to refine the vision.
03. Design Development
Concepts are developed in detail with materials, finishes, lighting, and architectural elements. Precise drawings, cut sheets and 3D renderings help visualize the space, and finishing selections are defined to align with the overall style and budget.
04. Contract Documents
Comprehensive, technical drawings and specifications are produced, including detailed plans, elevations, and schedules. These documents guide contractors and vendors, ensuring accuracy and consistency for construction and procurement.
05. Tender & Permitting
The project is put out for bids to qualified contractors and suppliers. Necessary permits and approvals are obtained from relevant authorities, ensuring compliance with regulations and building code requirements.
06. Contract Administration
During construction or renovation, we oversee progress, address challenges, and coordinate between contractors and clients. Site visits and quality checks ensure the work adheres to design intent, specifications and contractual obligations.
07. Project Close-Out Procedures
Upon completion, the space undergoes final inspections and adjustments. Documentation, warranties, and maintenance instructions are handed over to the client, ensuring a smooth transition to occupancy.
08. Furniture, Art, and Décor Selection
Complementing the interior design, curated selections of furnishings, artwork, and decorative accessories are chosen to enhance the design narrative and bring personality and warmth to the space.
09. Procurement and Installation
The design team manages purchasing, logistics, and delivery of all selected items. Professional installation and styling finalize the project, creating a cohesive, polished environment ready for use and ready for photography.