The Essential Interior Design Fee Proposal With Contract Template
 
“How can I impress new clients, clearly communicate my design fees, and protect my business - all in one seamless, professional presentation?”
 
This template solves the 2 most common problems most designers face when it comes to presenting fees & contracts to clients.
 
The Interior Design Fee Proposal With Contract Template is a robust, polished, strategic document designed to help you present your services, scope, contract, and fees with clarity, confidence, and authority - all while elevating the entire client experience from the very start.
 
This is the exact framework and language I use in my own design business to convert leads into committed clients and set expectations before a single design decision is made. Whether you’re refining your process or starting fresh, this proposal gives you a professional foundation you can rely on again and again.
 
What This Template Includes
A comprehensive, 29-page interior design fee proposal structured to guide clients logically and confidently through your offering
A comprehensive 4-page design contract - I call the 'Terms of Service'
Professional, client-friendly language that clearly explains how you work, how you charge, and what clients can expect
A compelling introduction that positions you as the expert and sets the tone for a premium experience
Dedicated space to:
Introduce your brand and company origin story
Walk clients through a customizable design process they can easily understand
Showcase your services and the project scope of work in detail
Highlight your portfolio or past work
Lock down a solid Terms of Service within the contract included
 
What You Can Expect Within
A clear, easy-to-follow design process that removes uncertainty and builds trust
Strategic guidance for presenting design fees, retainers, and billing structure in a way that feels transparent and confident
A clean “next steps” section that naturally moves clients toward approval and onboarding
 
Every section is intentionally written to reduce questions, eliminate confusion, and reinforce your value through the power of visual story telling and expertise.
 
Why Designers Use This Proposal Template
Communicates fees without hesitation or discomfort
Helps clients understand why your services are priced the way they are
Reduces back-and-forth emails and clarification calls
Positions you as organized, professional, and established
Creates a seamless transition from inquiry to commitment
Sets expectations early - protecting both you and your time
 
This is not a generic proposal.
It’s a strategic business tool designed to support confident conversations and stronger client relationships.
 
And Finally, Why Designers Love This Template
Converts leads into paying clients faster
Reduces back-and-forth emails and confusion
Communicates process, scope of work, & fees with clarity and confidence
Design contract is included in the proposal template - present to your clients once
Protects your business with clean, well-written terms
Creates a professional, consistent, and high-end experience
Gets you fully set up with a fee template you can use again and again
Sets you apart from other designers sending generic and low-impact information to clients
 
What You’ll Need To Get Started
All templates are created in Canva.
A Free or Canva Pro account is required to open and edit.
Once you click the links in your download, you’ll be prompted to sign in or sign up at start editing!
 
Clearer fees  |  Stronger positioning  |  A professional proposal that reflects the level of work you deliver... This Interior Design Fee Proposal With Contract Template helps you show up prepared - and get MORE "yeses" from the right clients.