Step 1: Initial consultation and site visit, wherever you are. We start with a video or phone consultation to understand the property and the scope of work. From there, our team carries out a site visit to take accurate measurements and get a firsthand understanding of the space — even if you're not physically present for it. Once we have a clear picture of the property, we discuss your budget range, so the design and quote we build are based on the real property, not assumptions.
Step 2: We create a 3D design, then quote based on what you approve. Once we understand your budget, we build a 3D design of the project so you can see exactly how the finished space will look before any work begins. This 3D design is a paid service. Once you review and approve the design, we put together a detailed quote — covering cost, materials, and scope — based specifically on that approved design. You then review and sign off on the quote before we start work.
Step 3: A single point of contact for the life of the project. You won't be talking to different people or trying to collect updates from different contractors. One team member is assigned to your project and communicates with you directly — this makes things easier when you're managing everything from a different time zone.
Step 4: Regular progress updates, not sporadic ones. As production and installation move forward, we send scheduled photo and video updates so you can see real progress, not just a "we're working on it." If something needs your input mid-project, we flag it clearly rather than making assumptions on your behalf.
Step 5: A full video walkthrough before final sign-off. Before the project is marked complete, we walk you through the finished space on video — room by room, including close-up detail on finishes and functional elements like cabinetry hardware and drawer mechanisms — so what you're approving from abroad matches what's actually been delivered.
Step 6: We're still here after the project is done. Once your space is fully furnished and handed over, you can still reach out to us with any questions.
This process exists because we've built it around a simple fact: diaspora clients are making real financial and design decisions without being able to walk through the space themselves. Our job is to make that distance a non-issue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dric Interior work with clients who are not based in Nigeria?
Yes. Dric Interior regularly manages full interior design and furnishing projects for Nigerian diaspora clients in the UK, US, Canada, and elsewhere, using a structured remote process from consultation through final walkthrough.
How does Dric Interior communicate with clients managing a project from abroad?
Each diaspora client is assigned a single point of contact and receives scheduled progress updates, with decisions grouped into structured approval stages rather than constant ad hoc questions.
Can I approve a project with Dric Interior without visiting the site myself?
Yes. Design and material decisions are presented in curated stages for remote approval, and the project concludes with a full video walkthrough before final sign-off, so nothing is finalized without your review.
How does Dric Interior get accurate measurements if the client isn't in Lagos?
Our team carries out an in-person site visit to take accurate measurements and assess the space firsthand, even when the client cannot be physically present for it.
Do I get to see what my space will look like before work begins?
Yes. Dric Interior creates a 3D design of your project so you can see the finished space before any work starts. This is a paid service, and your quote is prepared based on the design once you've approved it.
Is the 3D design fee separate from the project cost?
Yes. The 3D design is paid for upfront as its own service. The full project quote — covering materials, cost, and scope — is prepared afterward, based on the approved design.
What happens if I want changes after seeing the 3D design?
You review the 3D design before anything is finalized, so any adjustments happen at that stage — before the quote is prepared and before work begins.
Does Dric Interior offer support after the project is complete?
Yes. We remain reachable after handover for questions or follow-up, particularly useful for diaspora clients whose family members live in the space day-to-day.
What currency does Dric Interior quote in for diaspora clients? Where possible, we quote in a currency that works for the client, in addition to naira. This is confirmed directly during the initial consultation.
Ready to start furnishing your home in Lagos, wherever you are? Reach out to Dric Interior for a consultation — we'll walk you through the process, schedule your site visit, and get your project underway.
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Dric Interior Limited is a luxury interior design company based in Ikeja, Lagos, serving residential, hospitality, and commercial clients across Nigeria. With over 19 years of operating history, Dric Interior Limited is registered under CAMA 2020