Essenza Ora — One Hour Intensive
For when you need the right answer, not more options.
Essenza
Luxury Interior Design Intensives
Sometimes you don't need a full design engagement. You need someone who can look at what you're working with, tell you exactly what it needs, and give you the clarity to move forward without second-guessing every decision.
These focused sessions give you direct access to the same depth of thinking I bring to full-service projects — applied specifically to your most pressing challenge. One hour for targeted decisions. A full day for the problems that need real working time.
Essenza Ora
One-Hour Interior Design Intensive
Investment: $500
You already have good instincts. What you need is someone to confirm them — or redirect you before something expensive gets locked in.
This session is for the homeowner who has been circling a decision and needs a seasoned eye to settle it. Materials, finishes, furniture layout, paint, lighting, cabinetry direction — bring whatever has been slowing you down and we'll work through it together with clarity and purpose.
You'll leave knowing exactly what to do next. No overwhelm. No second-guessing. No ambiguity.
This session is ideal when you want to confirm a material or finish selection before committing, adjust a furniture layout for better flow and proportion, get clear on design direction before investing further, or prevent a costly mistake mid-renovation
faq
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You’ll receive focused, expert guidance on a specific design challenge. This may include reviewing layouts, selecting paint colors or finishes, refining a concept, or answering targeted questions. Most clients leave the session with clear direction and actionable next steps.
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Before your consultation, you’ll receive instructions on what to gather: photos, measurements, plans, inspiration images, or links to products you’re considering. The more organized you are, the more we can accomplish.
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You may bring questions about more than one space, but the best results come from focusing on one primary room or challenge. If you have a longer list, the Designer for a Day Intensive may be a better fit.
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Yes! After booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire to help you organize your thoughts and upload relevant documents like photos, floor plans, or inspiration images.
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You’re welcome to take notes, screenshots, or photos during the session, and I can provide a brief email recap of the key decisions we discussed. For formal drawings, layouts, or documentation, a longer service or concept plan would be required.
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Yes. The One-Hour Intensive works beautifully over Zoom and is available nationwide.
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Many clients begin with a consultation to clarify direction and then upgrade to Design Concept Only or Full-Service Design. The consultation helps determine the best path forward.
Essenza Studio
Designer for a Day Workshop
Investment: $4,000
A full day of focused design thinking for the projects that deserve it.
Some projects are too complex — or too important — to solve in an hour. This is a structured, hands-on working session for homeowners navigating multiple rooms, a renovation, or a layered set of decisions that need expert guidance and real momentum.
We work through your priorities in a focused, organized sequence. By the end of the day you have a professional-level roadmap, clear direction on materials and layouts, and the confidence to move forward without guesswork.
This session is ideal when you're planning a renovation or new build and need architectural-level guidance, have multiple rooms or decisions that need to be addressed together, want to accelerate months of decision-making into a single productive day, or prefer to execute independently but want a professional plan to follow
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A surprising amount. This six-hour intensive is designed to move your project forward in major ways. Depending on your needs, we may refine layouts, select finishes and materials, develop room schemes, review cabinetry or millwork details, choose lighting, plan furnishings, or make key renovation decisions. The day is structured, efficient, and highly productive.
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Anything from selecting finishes or reviewing floor plans, to updating a room layout or discussing furniture selections. You set the focus, and I’ll provide personalized, actionable advice. Obviously, we can cover much more in our Designer for a Day service than a one hour consultation!
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Yes — Designer for a Day is ideal for clients who have a list of decisions or several spaces they want to address. We will begin by prioritizing your goals so we can dedicate focused time to the areas that will make the greatest impact.
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Absolutely. Many clients book this day early in their renovation or construction planning to get expert guidance on layouts, finishes, cabinetry, materials, and overall design direction. It’s an excellent way to avoid costly mistakes and ensure the project starts on solid footing.
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Designer for a Day is a high-level working session, not a documentation service. You’ll receive expert advice, sketches, notes, and direction during the session. If you need formal drawings, elevations, or detailed specification packages, those can be created through a Design Concept Only or Full-Service engagement.
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We will meet virtually via Zoom and then I will get to work in my studio. Virtual intensives work extremely well for clients locally as well as outside of my geographic area. Working this way is more efficient and we can make the best use of our time.
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Yes. You’ll receive a brief recap outlining the major decisions and recommendations we covered. If you need additional support, we will schedule a call within 5 days for any follow questions.
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Yes. We will discuss prior to beginning your project if you would like to purchase retail or trade.
““I was able to completely put the job in Dawn’s hands. She did whatever it took to complete the project on time.””
Not sure which session is right for you? Book a complimentary discovery call and we'll figure it out together.
Essenza Ora — One Hour Intensive
Right for you if you have one specific decision that's been stalling your project and you need a seasoned expert to settle it quickly and confidently. One room. One challenge. Clear next steps.
$500-Book Now
Which Session Is for You?
Essenza Studio — Designer for a Day
Right for you if you're navigating multiple rooms, planning a renovation, or facing a layered set of decisions that need real working time and a professional roadmap to follow.
$4,000 — Book Now
THE PROCESS
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Book Your Session
Choose the level of support that fits your needs
Select from a 1-Hour Consultation or the Designer for a Day experience—both held remotely and designed to meet you exactly where you are in your project.
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Prepare for Our Session
You set the focus. I bring the strategy
You’ll receive a short questionnaire to help you outline your priorities, questions, and project scope. This ensures we make the most of our time together.
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Meet & Make Confident Decisions
Expert answers in real time—so you can move forward without second-guessing
Whether we’re reviewing finishes, layouts, or styling options, this is your opportunity to get clear, confident direction from a seasoned design expert.
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What’s Next? You Choose
Leave with actionable next steps—or keep the momentum going
You’ll walk away with clarity and confidence. If you’d like deeper support after our session, we can explore whether a Design Plan or Full-Service engagement is the right next step.
Ready to Move Forward ?
Both sessions are held virtually and designed to meet you exactly where you are in your project. You bring the questions. I bring thirty years of answers.
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