2026 Service & Policy Updates

Dear Valued Clients, Supporters, and Industry Partners,

As we welcome the new year, all of us at Evolution Design Group extend our heartfelt gratitude for your continued trust, collaboration, and support throughout 2025. Your belief in our vision and partnership has been instrumental in shaping the meaningful and transformative work we’ve been privileged to deliver.

Looking ahead to 2026, we are excited to elevate your experience with us even further. This year, we will be revamping our processes and refining our offerings to ensure every interaction with Evolution Design Group reflects an even higher level of service, creativity, and professionalism.

To support this enhanced experience, new policies and updated fees will be implemented effective January 1, 2026. We encourage you to visit our website or click the link in our bio in the coming days for full details and to familiarize yourself with these changes.

We truly appreciate your understanding and continued support as we grow and improve. Our commitment to delivering exceptional, bespoke design services remains unwavering, and we look forward to opportunities to collaborate with you in the year ahead.

Warmest wishes for a joyful, healthy, and prosperous 2026!

With gratitude,
The Evolution Design Group Team


Key Procedural Updates

  • Client communication will be conducted via email and scheduled phone calls
  • Communication hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
  • All proposal development and site visits are billable services, as they require significant time, professional expertise, and multidisciplinary coordination
  • Plan revisions / updates: Evolution Design Group will no longer amend or continue another designer’s work without a full release of liability
  • Project travel outside a 30-mile radius may incur additional fees; all travel fees will be disclosed at proposal submission

Fee Structure Updates

  • Residential projects: 3 scheduled payments
  • Commercial projects: 4 scheduled payments


Design Service Fee Updates

Pre-Planning & Proposal Services

  • Pre-planning proposals and cost comparison estimates. – All proposals and site visits are billable services, as they require significant time, coordination, and professional expertise for completion.
  • $200 – Residential
  • $400 – Commercial


Commercial Design Services

  • Commercial concept design services begin at $5,000 – Scope and fees are determined based on project size, complexity, and design direction


Residential Design Services

  • Residential concept design services begin at $1,500 – Depending on size, scope, and level of design direction required, fees are determined following an initial assessment to ensure appropriate alignment of services.


Architectural Consulting

Residential Architectural Consulting

  • Billed at the current hourly rate – Applicable to pre-design planning, design clarification, documentation review, and advisory services


Commercial Architectural Consulting

  • Billed at the current hourly rate – Includes feasibility guidance, design strategy, and technical consultation

·       Consulting services for projects already in progress will be billed hourly unless otherwise specified in writing.


Construction Administration

  • Billed at the current hourly rate of $200
  • Fees will not exceed the total number of hours outlined in the approved project scope, unless authorized in writing


3D Renderings & Visualizations

  • 3D renderings and visualization services
    Rates: To Be Determined
    (Details forthcoming and will be outlined per project scope)


Interior Design Services

  • Interior design consulting billed at the current hourly rate
  • Color consultations billed at the current hourly rate
  • Interior design concept design (scope-driven) begin at $500
  • Interior refresh services (scope-driven) begin at $750 per room
  • Space planning assessments: $500
  • “Designer by Your Side” packages begin at $600


Interior Design Feasibility Assessments

  • In-person feasibility assessments: $400 – limited to 90 minutes – Includes on-site evaluation, design considerations, and next-step recommendations


Interior Design Project Coordination

  • This is a separate rate outside of selections procurement assessed in hourly bundles to be paid in advance as outlined in the approved project scope, unless authorized in writing.



Frequently Asked Questions


Why are proposals and site visits now billable?
Proposals and site visits require significant behind-the-scenes work, including analysis, coordination across disciplines, and professional expertise. Billing for these services ensures each client receives thoughtful, well-prepared recommendations.

How do these updates benefit me as a client?
Clear policies allow us to focus our energy where it matters most—on your project—while providing consistent service, defined scopes, and fewer surprises throughout the process.

Will fees always be disclosed upfront?
Yes. All fees, including travel or additional services, will be outlined at proposal submission or discussed in advance.

Are these changes permanent?
These updates reflect our current operational standards and will evolve as needed to continue serving our clients at the highest level.


We are grateful for your partnership and look forward to continuing to serve you with clarity, intention, and care.