YOUR INVESTMENT GUIDE TO
LUXURY INTERIOR DESIGN
Curious if we're the right fit? Our Client Investment Guide outlines investment expectations, project minimums, and what it's like to work with InterLux Interiors.
A NOTE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Welcome
Thank you for considering InterLux Interiors as the design partner for your next home, second home, yacht, or commercial space.
This guide exists because we believe transparency is part of luxury. The luxury design industry has, for decades, hidden its pricing, withheld its process, and asked clients to commit before they understood what they were buying. We do not work that way.
On the pages that follow, you will find a clear description of how we work, what we charge, what we deliver, and what we do not. You will see the three engagement structures we offer, the timeline you should expect, and the level of investment required at each tier. None of it is hidden behind a discovery call.
Our goal is simple: by the time we speak, you should already know if we are the right firm for you. If we are, the conversation that follows will be about your project, your space, and your life — not about how we work or what we cost.
If a single section in this guide makes you feel that we may be the right partner, we look forward to hearing from you.
With warmth and intention,
Angie Wetzel
President & Principal Designer
BFA Interior Design · MA Interior and Spatial Design (London)
Allied Member, ASID · AD PRO Featured Designer
InterLux Interiors — Tampa · Miami
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Design with intention.
Live with distinction.
InterLux Interiors is a boutique luxury interior design firm with offices in Tampa and Miami. We specialize in high-end residential, commercial, and luxury yacht interiors, with twenty years of experience designing for clients in Florida and beyond.
Invisible Design
Our methodology is what we call Invisible Design: an approach that weaves natural materials, cultural references, and architectural rhythm into spaces that feel inevitable. We believe true luxury is not announced — it is felt. The hand of the designer should never compete with the life of the client.
Every project is led by precision, clarity, and restraint. We do not chase trends. We do not overwhelm clients with options. We guide decisions with confidence, because clarity is the highest form of luxury.
What we are not
We are not decorators. We are not project managers without design authority. We are not the firm to call if you need to make a room look pretty in three weeks. We are the firm to call when you are building, renovating, or furnishing a space that you intend to live in — or sell into — for the next decade or more, and you want every decision protected by professional accountability.
DESIGN WITH INTENTION
Wondering if InterLux Interiors is the right fit for your project?
Our complimentary discovery call is an opportunity to discuss your vision, project goals, and investment expectations while determining whether our design philosophy, process, and level of service are the right fit for your project.
HOW WE WORK
Six phases. One studio.
Every full-service engagement at InterLux Interiors moves through six phases. Each is led by a defined deliverable, and each is signed off by you before the next begins. There are no surprises and no scope drift.
Phase 1 • Discovery & Concept Development
We begin by understanding your lifestyle, aesthetic, and the architectural rhythm of your space. We define vision, color, and material palettes. We deliver concept boards, spatial layouts, and the creative DNA of the project.
Phase 2 • Schematic Design
Concepts evolve into tangible layouts and visual directions. Deliverables include floor plans, furniture layouts, 3D renderings of every designed space, refined finish palettes, and lighting concepts.
Phase 3 • Design Development
Creative direction is translated into precise technical documentation. We produce a full AutoCAD drawing set, lighting and electrical coordination, millwork drawings, fixture specifications, and detailed elevations. By the end of this phase, every craftsman and contractor has what they need to execute.
Phase 4 • Construction Documentation & Administration
We collaborate with your builder, contractor, and trades to protect design intent through construction. Site visits, submittal reviews, field adjustments, and quality assurance.
Phase 5 • Furnishing & Décor + Sourcing & Procurement
For clients selecting our turnkey engagement, we handle every selection, vendor relationship, and delivery. Our trade relationships give clients access to brands that do not sell at retail and to trade-only pricing (typically 25 to 65 percent below MSRP). Furnishings are billed at trade cost plus a 25 to 30 percent procurement service fee for design clients, or 35 percent for clients engaging procurement only. Even with the service fee applied, clients consistently pay less than retail — and gain a single accountable party through specification, ordering, delivery, and installation.
Phase 6 • Installation & Styling
White-glove installation, art curation, drapery, accessorizing, and final styling. The moment the home becomes itself.
TIMELINE EXPECTATIONS
Quality takes time
Luxury interior design is a slow craft. The work involves dozens of specialists, hundreds of materials, thousands of decisions — every one of which has to be coordinated, ordered, manufactured, shipped, and installed in sequence. Below are the durations you should plan for. We will not promise faster timelines than we can deliver, and we will never trade quality for speed.
Project Type
Single-room refresh or decoration
TYPICAL DURATION
3 – 5 months
NOTES
Mostly FF&E lead times
Project Type
Kitchen or bathroom renovation
TYPICAL DURATION
6 – 9 months
NOTES
Custom millwork and stone drive timeline
Project Type
Full-home renovation
TYPICAL DURATION
12 – 18 months
NOTES
From design start to install-day
Project Type
New-build custom home (Signature Full-Service)
TYPICAL DURATION
18 – 30 months
NOTES
Includes coordination with architect and builder
Project Type
Luxury yacht interior
TYPICAL DURATION
9 – 18 months
NOTES
Construction yard-dependent
Project Type
Commercial interior (hospitality, medical, office)
TYPICAL DURATION
9 – 14 months
NOTES
Faster on tenant-fit-out, longer on ground-up
Within these ranges, lead times for custom furniture (8–18 weeks), upholstery (12–20 weeks), stone (4–14 weeks), and imported European pieces (10–24 weeks) are the most significant timing drivers. We plan procurement during the Schematic Design phase to keep installation on schedule.
INVESTMENT OVERVIEW
Three ways to engage
InterLux Interiors offers three engagement structures. Each is built for a different stage of your project and a different level of involvement. The pricing on the following page maps to these three tiers.
TIER 01
Signature Full-Service
The complete engagement. Design, decoration, project management, sourcing, and procurement integrated into a single, fully led process. We are the single design authority from first sketch to final install.
Best for new-build custom homes, branded residences, and full-home renovations where you want one accountable partner.
TIER 02
Phased Interior Design
Hire us by phase. Engage us for design through construction documentation, then bring us back for furnishings and styling — or stop after design. You select the phases that match your project.
Best for clients with existing trade and procurement relationships, or who want flexibility on scope.
TIER 03
Interior Decoration (Turnkey)
A turnkey furnishings engagement for spaces that are already built. Design, procurement, and install are bundled — we specify, source, order, receive, deliver, and install every piece. No construction component, no à la carte design-only.
Best for new home acquisitions, second homes, branded-residence move-ins, and refreshes.
Not sure which tier is the best fit for your project? Schedule a complimentary Discovery Call to start the conversation. During this no-obligation consultation, we’ll discuss your goals, answer your questions, and assess your project needs. By the end of the call, we’ll recommend the engagement option that aligns best with your scope, objectives, and budget.
Is your project in our zone?
Pricing has two parts.
The first — on this page — is whether your project qualifies for our engagement structures.
For Signature Full-Service, the qualifier is your total project investment: the dollars spent across construction, design, FF&E, and procurement combined.
Signature Full-Service Engagement
New Construction
Example — 5,000 sqft
$1.75M+ total project investment
Per-Sqft Minimum
$350+/sqft
Signature Full-Service Engagement
Remodel
Example — 5,000 sqft
$2.25M+ total project investment
Per-Sqft Minimum
$450+/sqft
What is included in the project investment minimum
The per-sqft figures above represent your total all-in project budget — every dollar spent across the engagement. That includes:
Construction costs (paid to your general contractor)
InterLux Interiors design and project management fees
FF&E (furnishings, lighting, decor) at trade cost
Procurement service fee
If your total project budget is below these thresholds, Signature Full-Service is not the right fit — but our Phased Interior Design or Interior Decoration engagements may be. We are happy to recommend the structure that matches your project.
For Phased Interior Design and Interior Decoration
If Signature Full-Service is not the right fit, two other engagement structures use different qualifiers.
Phased Interior Design qualifies on project size, and Interior Decoration qualifies on FF&E budget:
OtHER ENGAGEMENTS
Phased Interior Design
Per-Sqft Minimum
4,000+ sqft Single Family
2,000+ sqft Multi-Family
Minimum project size — applies to design-only engagements where construction is managed separately.
OtHER ENGAGEMENTS
Interior Decoration (FF&E only)
Per-Sqft Minimum
$250+ sqft FF&E budget
Furnishings, lighting, and decor only — no construction component.
If your project falls outside all three, we are happy to recommend the structure that matches — or refer you to a peer firm better suited to your scope.
What you pay InterLux interiors
Within your total project investment, here is what you pay us specifically. Construction is paid directly to your builder. FF&E is paid at trade cost. Our fees — design and procurement — are the lines below.
Service
Signature Full-Service Design Fee • New Construction
Fee
$45+/sqft
NOTES
All-in: design, decoration, drawings, project coordination, install supervision. Procurement billed separately.
Service
Signature Full-Service Design Fee • Remodel
Fee
$60+/sqft
NOTES
Higher per-sqft due to integration complexity (existing structures, demo coordination, more revision cycles).
Service
Interior Design • New
Construction (construction-only design)
Fee
$20+/sqft
NOTES
Concept through construction documentation. No FF&E.
Service
Interior Design • Remodel (construction-only design)
Fee
$30+/sqft
NOTES
Includes demolition planning. No FF&E.
Service
Interior Decoration (Turnkey — design + procurement bundled)
Fee
$15/sqft design fee + 25–30% procurement
NOTES
Design and procurement are inseparable. Furnishings billed at trade cost + 25–30% procurement service fee. $250+ per sqft FF&E budget.
Service
Sourcing & Procurement (standalone or add-on)
Fee
25–30% (design client) /
35% (non-design client)
NOTES
Calculated on trade-cost FF&E. Minimum order value: $50,000.
Service
Feature Wall Design
Fee
Starting at $9,000
NOTES
Fixed-fee. Plan, 3D rendering, materials, drawings, specs.
Service
Design Consultation (hourly)
Fee
$4,500 / 10-hr block
NOTES
$450/hr in half-hour increments thereafter
Signature includes design-side project management across every phase — coordination with architect and builder, drawing reviews, site visits, vendor management, install supervision, and single-point accountability from concept through final styling. This is why the Signature per-sqft rate is higher than Interior Design plus Interior Decoration combined: you are also engaging the studio to lead the project across its full lifecycle, not just to deliver design.
A worked example
5,000 sqft new custom home
To make the math concrete, here is what a Signature Full-Service engagement looks like at the qualification minimum:
~6%
~$108K
InterLux Interiors Procurement Service Fee (~28% on $385K trade FF&E)
~22%
~$385K
FF&E at trade cost (furnishings, lighting, decor)
~13%
$225K
InterLux Interiors Signature Design Fee ($45/sqft × 5,000)
~59%
~$1.03K
Construction (paid to your builder)
100%
$1.75M
Total project investment (minimum)
Share of Project
Amount
Line Item
Construction is the largest share of your investment and is paid directly to your general contractor. Furnishings are billed at trade cost — meaningfully below MSRP — through our showroom and manufacturer relationships. The remainder is the design and procurement work that holds the whole project together: a single-accountable studio specifying, ordering, receiving, delivering, and installing every piece.
INVESTMENT LOGISTICS
How procurement is billed
Once design selections are approved and orders are placed, furnishings and procurement are billed on the following schedule:
In-stock items
100 percent of the purchase price is due at the time the order is placed.
Custom or made-to-order items
50 percent is due at the time the order is placed (non-refundable once the order is placed with the vendor), 25 percent is due prior to shipping from the vendor, and the final 25 percent is due prior to delivery or installation.
Custom items represent the majority of furnishings on most Signature engagements. The 50 percent deposit becomes non-refundable the moment your selections are submitted to the vendor — this is industry-standard practice for custom millwork, upholstery, casegoods, and bespoke lighting, and reflects the vendor's commitment of labor and materials to your specific specifications.
Because Signature Full-Service requires focus and accountability, we intentionally limit the number of engagements we accept each year. If your timeline matters, please reach out early in your planning.
ENGAGEMENT SCOPE
What is and is not included
Included in Signature Full-Service
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Concept development and overall creative direction
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Space planning and layout strategy
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Material, finish, and architectural detailing
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Lighting design, plumbing, and fixture specification
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Cohesive color palettes and material relationships
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Full AutoCAD drawing set and elevations
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3D renderings of every designed space
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Millwork, cabinetry, and ceiling drawings
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Furniture layouts and FF&E specification
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Sourcing, procurement, and vendor management
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Trade-only brand and pricing access on furnishings, lighting, and decor (billed at trade cost + 25–30% procurement service fee)
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Delivery coordination and white-glove installation
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Art direction, final styling, and punch-list resolution
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Design-side project management throughout construction
Not included (handled by your other professionals)
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Construction costs and labor (paid to your general contractor)
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Architecture fees (paid to your architect or designer-architect)
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Permitting, inspections, and code review
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Structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering
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General contractor or construction management
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Land purchase, title, or legal fees
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Real estate transaction services
We work alongside your builder, architect, and engineers. We do not replace them. Our scope is design and the execution of design. Their scope is the construction of the home itself.
PROJECT NO. 01
The Crystal Residence
Scope
Full-Service Remodel — Ultra High-End
Timeline
22 months
Square footage
8,500 sqft
Investment range
$3.5M–$3.8M all-in
PROJECT NO. 02
St. Regis Residence
Scope
Full-Service Remodel — Branded Residence - Ultra High-End
Timeline
12 months
Square footage
4,200 sqft
Investment range
$1.8M–$2M
PROJECT NO. 03
San Lorenzo SL88 Yacht
Scope
Full Interior • New Build
Timeline
14 months
Square footage
88 ft / ~1,800 interior sqft
Investment range
$1.2M–$1.5M
PROJECT NO. 04
San Jose Residence
Scope
Phased Design + Decoration Turnkey — Waterfront Remodel
Timeline
18 months
Square footage
5,000 sqft
Investment range
$1.4M–$1.6M
RECENT ENGAGEMENTS
What a project looks like, in numbers
Below are four recent engagements that illustrate the range of work InterLux Interiors delivers. Investment ranges are inclusive of all design, decoration, and procurement fees. Construction costs are separate and paid to your builder.
Detailed case studies for each project, including photography, are available on request as part of the discovery conversation.
Architectural Digest AD PRO Featured Designer
Recognized by the most influential publication in luxury design.
Allied Member, American Society of Interior Designers
(ASID)
Featured editorially
In Architectural Digest ("Excellence in Design, Tampa Bay"), Tampa Magazine (2025 Women to Watch), Tampa Bay Times, and St. Pete Rising.
Twenty-plus years of practice
With international training (BFA Interior
Design, MA Interior and Spatial Design — London).
Credentials
WHY INTERLUX interiors
What sets the studio apart
The studio
InterLux is an elite and boutique design studio. The team that designs your home is the same team that supervises its installation. There are no junior hand-offs and no white-labeling. You will meet your designers in the first meeting and you will see them through the project.
Trade access — exclusive brands and pricing
Through our trade relationships with showrooms at the Design Center of the Americas, the Miami Design District, and luxury manufacturers worldwide, our clients gain access to brands that do not sell at retail and to trade-only pricing — typically 25 to 65 percent below MSRP. Furnishings are billed at the trade cost plus a 25 to 30 percent procurement service fee for design clients (35 percent for procurement-only clients). The net effect is twofold: meaningful savings versus what the same items would cost at retail, plus a single accountable party managing every vendor, every delivery, and every install.
Two offices, by appointment
Tampa • 5401 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33609.
Miami • 1395 Brickell Avenue, Miami, FL 33131.
We are open for in-person consultations by appointment Monday through Friday.
Limited capacity, by design
We intentionally limit the number of Signature Full-Service engagements we accept each year. This protects the depth of attention we can give each project. If your timeline matters, please reach out early in your planning.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Questions, answered honestly
Do you have a minimum project size?
For Signature Full-Service, yes — your total project investment (construction + design + FF&E + procurement combined) must reach $350 per square foot for new construction or $450 per square foot for remodel, and we typically engage on projects of 4,000+ square feet. For Phased Interior Design we engage on projects of 4,000+ square feet. Interior Decoration is a turnkey engagement — design and procurement are bundled — requiring an FF&E budget of at least $350,000. Clients who want design advice without procurement engage via our Design Consultation service.
Do you work outside Florida?
Yes. While our home markets are Tampa Bay and South Florida, we serve clients in the Northeast, on the Gulf Coast, and internationally. Travel costs for out-of-state projects are billed at cost.
How does payment work?
Design fees are billed in three or four installments tied to phase completion. Furnishings and procurement are billed as follows: in-stock items at 100 percent upon order placement; custom items at 50 percent upon order placement (non-refundable once the order is placed), 25 percent prior to shipping, and the final 25 percent prior to delivery or installation. Detailed payment schedules are part of every signed agreement.
Can you work with my existing architect or builder?
Yes, and we frequently do. We collaborate with architects, contractors, and trades as the design authority on the team. We are not a general contractor and we do not replace your builder. If you do not yet have an architect or builder, we are happy to introduce you to firms we trust.
What if I want to use my existing furniture?
We are happy to integrate pieces you love. We will tell you honestly which pieces strengthen the design and which work against it, and the choice is always yours.
Do you do single rooms?
Through our Design Consultation service or smaller Interior Decoration engagements, yes. Single-room work is best suited for the Consultation tier (Page 7).
How do I know if InterLux is the right firm for me?
If you value clarity, restraint, and a fully accountable single design authority — and your project falls within the investment ranges above — we are likely a strong fit. The fastest way to find out is the complimentary discovery call described on the next page.
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NEXT STEPS
If this guide has helped you understand whether InterLux is the right partner for your project, the next step is a complimentary discovery call. This is a confidential, 30-minute conversation between you and Angie Wetzel.
Before the call, we will ask you to complete a brief intake form covering project location, type, scope, budget range, and timeline. The intake helps us prepare and ensures the call is focused on your project — not on background.
What to have ready
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Project location (city and neighborhood is enough; full address not required at first contact)
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Type of project (new construction, renovation, decoration, yacht, commercial)
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Approximate square footage
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Target completion date or move-in date
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Approximate FF&E and design budget (if known)
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Whether you already have an architect, builder, or both engaged
Three ways to begin
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Online: Visit interluxinteriors.com/inquire to submit the intake form. We respond within the same day to schedule the discovery call.
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By phone: Call (833) 833-3013 to reach the studio directly. Ask for Maria if you reach voicemail.
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By email: Write to info@interluxinteriors.com with a sentence about your project. We respond within the same day.
