A proposal template that takes potential clients from “It’s HOW much?” to “When can we start?”.
This template helps interior designers frame their value in a clear, professional way so ideal clients understand exactly what they’re saying yes to. No more feeling “salesy” or sounding desperate as you explain your process or your pricing.
Built on the same proposal framework used by 400+ interior designers to book higher-fee projects, reduce proposal back-and-forth, and eliminate price haggling.
WHAT IT HELPS YOU DO
Share your design fees with context and confidence
Communicate your value without overselling or defensiveness
Address common objections before they come up
Position your business as a professional operation, not a creative free-for-all
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Professionally written Client Booking Proposal template (Canva)
18-page customizable proposal with built-in prompts
Sections for your process, scope of work, investment details, timeline, FAQs, and next steps
Walkthrough video for personalizing the template in Canva
Short email series sharing best practices for when and how to use the proposal
Tech tips and recommended tools for sending proposals professionally
Part of the Emerson Complete Client Experience System
Save when you purchase the full system. If you start with this template and later upgrade to the Emerson Complete Client Experience System, the full price of this template will be applied toward your system purchase.
Please note: This listing is for the Canva proposal template only. If you’re looking for the HoneyBook proposal template, please see the separate listing.
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A free Canva account
An email account to receive your files
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The Interior Designer Proposal Template in Canva is intended for unlimited use by one person (the Purchaser). The Purchaser cannot resell, duplicate, share, copy, distribute, create derivative works, or offer the templates, similar templates, parts of the templates, or any related materials to any third party or marketplace without express written consent from Dakota Design Company, LLC. Dakota Design Company, LLC retains title and ownership of all items included in this template. Dakota Design Company, LLC reserves the right to take legal action against you if you violate the terms of use.
By purchasing this template, you agree to the terms of use.
➡️ If you are NOT an interior designer and would like to use this template with clients, a commercial license is required. Email katie@dakotadesigncompany.com to inquire.
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Due to the instant and digital nature of this product, there are no refunds or returns.
PHOTOS
The images shown in the product mockups are stock photos and are not included with the purchase of the template. We recommend using your own portfoliplease see the separate listing to purchaseo photos or using stock images to personalize the template.
FAQs
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TESTIMONIALS
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