How to Hire a Scottsdale Interior Designer (Without Regrets)
Hiring an interior designer should feel exciting, not overwhelming. But if you’re anything like most of our clients, you’re juggling a busy career, managing a family calendar, and trying to make decisions about finishes, furnishings, and function that actually work together. That’s a full-time job in itself.
If you’re in Scottsdale (or the surrounding areas like Arcadia, Paradise Valley, or Phoenix) and looking to hire a luxury interior designer who gets it right the first time, this guide is for you.
Why Hiring an Interior Designer Is Worth It
When done well, hiring a designer can save you money, time, and the constant back-and-forth that keeps your home feeling unfinished.
At Maya Axt Interiors, we remove the guesswork so your home reflects not just your style, but the way you actually live. Our clients often come to us after trying to DIY the process, only to realize they’re second-guessing every choice and still not getting the results they want. Hiring a full-service designer means having a trusted partner who manages the thousands of details while you get to enjoy the process (and the final reveal).
What to Look For in an Interior Designer
Not all designers are created equal — and not every style or process is right for every homeowner. Here’s what we recommend you look for when choosing an interior designer in the Valley of the Sun:
Experience with Full-Service Projects
Designing and furnishing a whole home, or even just a few key rooms, requires more than a good eye. Look for someone who offers end-to-end support, collaborates with contractors, and understands layout, lighting, and livability
Aesthetic Alignment
Whether you lean modern Mediterranean or transitional with warmth, make sure your designer has a portfolio that feels like you. At Maya Axt Interiors, we specialize in timeless, layered spaces that feel elevated but relaxed - beautiful, yes, but also meant to be lived in.
Clear Process & Communication
Ask how they manage timelines, purchases, and communication. A luxury experience should feel seamless. You shouldn’t be chasing updates, you should feel taken care of from start to finish.
Local Expertise
Scottsdale architecture and lifestyle are unique. A local designer who understands this market (and has relationships with trades and showrooms in the area) can make the entire experience smoother and more tailored to you.
Questions to Ask Before Hiring
Not sure what to ask in a consultation? Start here:
How do you structure your design process?
What’s included in your full-service design or furnishing projects?
How do you work with contractors or trades?
What kind of budget do I need to achieve my goals?
And here’s a secret: The right designer will ask you just as many thoughtful questions back.
Why Our Clients Choose Maya Axt Interiors
Clients come to us for beautiful spaces, but they stay with us (and refer us) because we make the process feel effortless. We love creating homes that are as functional as they are refined. We bring deep expertise and a warm, streamlined approach, that makes our clients feel at ease.
Our work spans Scottsdale, Arcadia, Paradise Valley, and Phoenix. Whether we’re furnishing a guest-ready casita, managing a kitchen remodel, or planning a full-home build from the ground up, every detail is considered and customized for how you live.
Ready to Create a Home That Feels Complete?
We offer a range of interior design services - from full-service projects and furnishings-only to one-day consults with our Signature Design Day.