That Old Thing — Interior Design Services Policy
Curated by Jaquela Ransom
Residential & Commercial Styling • Full Home Furnishing • Boutique Business Layouts
At That Old Thing, our interior design services are an extension of our brand philosophy: thoughtful curation, timeless pieces, and environments rich with history and character. Curator Jaquela Ransom offers personalized interior styling and design for both private residences and commercial spaces—from full-home furnishing to boutique layouts, retail merchandising, and specialty concept development.
1. Service Overview
Residential Interior Design
We specialize in:
- Full home furnishing
- Room-by-room styling
- Antique and vintage sourcing
- Blended homes (mixing what you have with new acquisitions)
- Space planning and layout optimization
- Art, textiles, and décor curation
- Seasonal styling
- Mountain-estate, English Equestrian, French countryside, Spanish-influenced, American West, and cottage-heritage aesthetics
Commercial & Business Design
Ideal for:
- Boutique retail stores
- Office spaces
- Hospitality concepts
- Layout optimization for customer flow
- Merchandising and product display
- Styling aligned with your brand identity
Sourcing Specialties
Jaquela sources country-estate pieces from across the globe, including:
- European antiques (French, English, Nordic, Italian)
- Spanish Colonial and Old-World Spanish furnishings
- American West furnishings and décor
- South American textiles
- Rustic cottage pieces
- Statement furniture
- Vintage art, pottery, trunks, rugs, and lighting
We do not source mid-century modern or contemporary modern styles.
2. Rate Structure
Hourly Design Rate
$65/hour
This rate applies to:
- On-site walk-throughs
- Space planning
- Mood boards and concepts
- Sourcing time
- Vendor coordination
- Styling appointments
- Installation supervision
Flat-Rate Project Packages
For clients who prefer an all-inclusive structure:
Single Room Refresh — Starting at $350
Includes layout plan, sourcing list, styling guidance, and up to 4 hours of design time.
Full Room Design — Starting at $850
Includes full sourcing, mood boards, layout, product list, and installation day styling.
Whole-Home Furnishing — Starting at $2,500
For 1–3 bedroom homes; price includes concept development, full sourcing, and installation guidance.
Does not include the cost of furniture or décor.
Business Layout & Merchandising — Starting at $1,200
Includes layout redesign, customer-flow analysis, merchandising strategy, and visual styling.
3. Travel Fees
- Within Tehachapi: No travel fee.
- Outside Tehachapi radius (20+ miles): $0.65 per mile.
- Out-of-state projects: Flat travel agreement to be quoted.
4. Purchasing, Sourcing & Budget
- All furniture, décor, and materials are purchased by the client.
- A sourcing budget is set with the client before purchasing begins.
- A 50% design retainer is required to begin sourcing.
- Purchases made through That Old Thing may qualify for designer pricing when applicable.
5. Payment Terms
- Hourly projects: Billed weekly, due upon receipt.
- Flat-rate projects: 50% non-refundable retainer to begin; remainder due on installation day.
- Additional hours beyond included package time are billed at $65/hour.
- Invoices are delivered electronically.
6. Cancellations & Rescheduling
- Consultations may be rescheduled once at no cost.
- Retainers are non-refundable due to planning time invested.
- Installation days canceled within 48 hours incur a $75 fee.
7. Client Responsibilities
Clients agree to:
- Provide accurate measurements or allow on-site measurement
- Communicate changes or needs promptly
- Approve all purchases prior to ordering
- Be present (or have a representative present) on installation days
8. Design Aesthetic
By booking with That Old Thing, clients acknowledge that Jaquela’s design style is rooted in:
- Heritage and country-estate pieces
- Earth-rich palettes
- Natural materials
- Layered textures
- Old-world and Spanish-influenced charm
- Rustic and mountain-inspired elements
Design solutions will always align with this signature aesthetic while honoring the function and personality of your space.