FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Planning Your Project
What towns do you work in?
France primarily works with clients in The Sea Ranch, California, with select projects throughout the surrounding Sonoma and Mendocino coast and wine country, including Gualala, Timber Cove, Jenner, Petaluma, and Healdsburg.
What types of projects do you specialize in?
France specializes in residential interior design, from new home construction and complete renovations to individual room updates. Each project is tailored to the architecture of the home, its setting, and the way you live.
Do you work on renovations as well as new homes?
Yes. France works on both new construction and renovations, helping with space planning, kitchens and baths, lighting, finishes, materials, furnishings, and other design details that create a cohesive home.
Can you help furnish an existing home?
Absolutely. France can help refresh an existing home with furniture, textiles, lighting, art, accessories, and finishing touches—whether you're furnishing an entire residence or updating a few key rooms.
Working Together
What is your design process?
Every project begins with a consultation to discuss your home, goals, style, scope, and budget. From there, France develops an estimate and design plan, creates renderings when appropriate, sources furnishings and materials, and coordinates design details with contractors and other professionals through completion.
Can you work with my architect and contractor?
France regularly collaborates with architects, contractors, builders, and craftspeople to ensure that the interior design works seamlessly with the architecture and construction process.
Do you manage the project from concept to completion?
Absolutely. France can guide the design process from the initial concept and planning through material selections, furnishings, contractor coordination, and final installation, providing continuity throughout the project.
Can you work with my existing furnishings and artwork?
Yes. A successful interior doesn't have to start from scratch. France can incorporate furniture, artwork, and personal pieces you already own, combining them with new selections to create a home that feels cohesive, comfortable, and personal.