The Design Process


Many of my clients create environments that speak to their individuality. Large tile outlets don’t have a broad enough design selection to carry out their vision. I specialize in creating one-of-a-kind backsplashes and custom relief tile murals to adorn “dream houses”.  Whether you’re remodelling your home, building an addition, or designing a brand new home, my tile artwork may be exactly what you’re looking for. I enjoy the journeys that my customers take me on as they lay out their vision, and I hope they enjoy the journey that I will take them on as I bring that vision to life.


For example: You’re remodeling your kitchen and you want a special picture behind your stove or bar. You need something not only tasteful, beautiful and inspiring, but something that can hold up to the heat and be easily cleaned.


The same holds true for indoor or outdoor fireplace or pool areas, as well as the elegant master bathrooms.

 

Call or e-mail for a free consultation.

757-587-4342

dianehusson@cox.net


THE PROCESS


Listening
I listen to my customers carefully to determine what they want and what other design elements / spaces need to be taken into consideration. This includes subject matter, size, colors, etc.


Sketches
After meeting with a client and recording the space in which the work will go, I create a line sketch and email it to the client. When the sketch is approved, I create a colored sketch to ensure that all colors meet with the client's expectations. When that is approved, I begin the project.

 


Some clients are not sure exactly when they want. In these cases, I am happy to take a look at the house (or photos if it is across the country). I talk to the clients about things that are important to them. Then I create sketches of my ideas. We talk again and we talk about colors, sizes, installation, etc.


Sculpting
Taking into account everything the client wants, I begin sculpting the project. Clients can receive progress photos of the work in progress if they so desire.


Completion
When the project is completed the mural can be shipped in pieces to be installed by a professional tile installer, or we can mount it onto plywood and ship it with hanging hardware so it can be hung like a picture and taken with you if you move from your house.


 

To begin your own one-of-a-kind ceramic project, you can E-mail me at dianehusson@cox.net or call me at 757-587-4342