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Free Renderings Are Not Free: How to Choose Between a Furniture Dealer and an Interior Designer
Should you take a furniture dealer's free space planning, or hire an interior designer? Here is how each business actually makes money, what free design costs you when it is time to bid the furniture package, and when a dealer is genuinely the right choice.
What Multifamily Developers Should Look For in an Amenity and Model Unit Designer
Amenity spaces and model units are your leasing tool. Here is what Arizona developers should look for in a designer, and how the right design affects rent and absorption.
Designing in Phoenix — The Evolution of Our City’s Homes, Businesses, and Community
Since 2011, Mackenzie Collier Interiors has been designing in Phoenix, from historic bungalows to corporate headquarters. We’ve watched the city evolve—DeSoto Central Market in Roosevelt Row, The McKinley Club on Grand Ave, Greenwood Brewing, and beyond—each project reflecting Phoenix’s creative spirit and rapid growth. Today, as housing prices and construction costs rise, we help homeowners, businesses, and community hubs design spaces that balance functionality, beauty, and local culture.
Space Planning Secrets: Making Every Square Foot Count
Every square foot matters. Smart space planning turns small rooms into functional, inviting areas and helps businesses save money by using space more efficiently. Whether it’s a home or an office, intentional layouts improve flow, increase value, and make daily life run smoother.