Aside from the traditional costs associated with interior design services & renovations (such as your designer’s fee, contractor’s fee, cost of renovation materials, furnishings etc.) there are other elements of a renovation that not everyone considers. Below is a short list of unexpected costs when renovating your home: Structural Issues Permit Fees & Regulations Material Surprises Scope Creep Labor Expenses Hotel Stays / Temporary Housing Cost of Going Out To Eat During a Reno   To understand the above list further, check out our recent post “Navigating Unexpected Costs During a Home Renovation.”