Our Services

Why should I hire an O’Hara Interiors designer?

O’Hara Interiors is an award-winning interior design firm with more than three decades of experience guiding homeowners through complex residential projects. We have built a reputation for timeless design, financial stewardship, and trusted partnerships with leading architects and builders. Working with an O’Hara Interiors designer saves you time and eases the stress of decision-making.

Our designers are fluent in core design principles and work across a range of architectural styles. The common thread in every project is a focus on quality, longevity, and creating homes that support how our clients live, gather, and unwind.

What should I expect from working with an interior designer?

You can expect a collaborative, relationship-driven experience built on trust, clarity, and confidence. Throughout the project, your designer manages complexity, anticipates challenges, and protects the vision we establish together so you can enjoy the experience of watching your home take shape.

Your interior designer serves as both creative lead and strategic guide, working alongside your builder or architect to establish a clear process. We emphasize discernment over abundance, so every selection presented has purpose, relevance, and longevity. Over time, clients often find that they gain confidence in their choices, supported by a designer who understands their preferences, priorities, and long-term goals.

How do you approach projects outside of Texas and Minnesota? 

While our designers are based in Texas and Minnesota, we regularly collaborate with clients on residential projects from coast to coast and internationally. Our process is designed to support clear communication, informed decision-making, and consistent execution regardless of location. Depending on scope, this may include scheduled virtual meetings and periodic site visits.

What is the typical timeline for a home build or remodel project?  

Timelines vary by scope and complexity. As a general guideline, new home construction often spans 12 to 24 months, while furnishing a home typically takes four to nine months. Renovation timelines vary by scope and permitting. Customization, supply chain conditions, and decision-making cadence all influence the duration of your project, and your designer supports alignment with the intended schedule and budget. 

When should an interior designer be involved relative to a construction/renovation project?  

As early as possible. Early involvement allows us to align architectural plans with your lifestyle, budget, and long-term goals, helping prevent costly revisions and ensuring a cohesive vision from the outset. 

Do you collaborate with architects and builders? 

Yes. We collaborate closely with architects and builders and maintain long-standing relationships within the residential construction community. Our team is actively involved in professional organizations including Home Builders Associations, the American Institute of Architects (AIA), and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). If you already have a preferred architect or builder, it is likely we have worked with them previously or are familiar with their process. If not, we are happy to recommend partners well suited to your project. 

Do you only do interiors or also structural elements? 

O’Hara Interiors focuses on interior architecture, finishes, and furnishings. For projects involving structural changes, we collaborate with licensed architects or structural engineers and remain closely involved in coordination to ensure design intent is carried through. 

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Billing & Policies

How do you structure billing?

Design services, including conceptual design, space planning, and finish selections, are billed on an hourly or flat-fee basis, depending on the scope of work. For furniture and home goods, we charge a design fee for our services. The cost of furnishings is then billed separately. Additional details regarding billing structure are outlined in our service agreement. 

What are your policies regarding meeting cancellations or rescheduling? 

We make reasonable efforts to accommodate scheduling changes. However, delayed meetings, extended decision-making, or late payments may affect timelines and pricing due to factors outside our control. Notice requirements and related policies are detailed in your service agreement. 

Do you allow for returns or item exchanges?  

Because most furnishings we specify are custom-made or produced to order, O’Hara Interiors does not accept returns or offer refunds. 

Qualified exchanges of up to 10 percent of furniture purchased through O’Hara Interiors may be permitted, not to exceed the design fee amount. Manufacturer warranties apply, and our team manages the warranty process on your behalf if issues arise. Additional details are outlined in your service agreement.