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The HoneyBook Smart File Kit is a communication system for interior designers, not just templates.
The issues designers face around pricing, scope creep, and client frustration usually come from unclear communication at key moments.
The HoneyBook Smart File Kit was created to support those moments:
When a client is deciding whether to hire you
And when a project is actively underway
Each file is intentionally written with buyer psychology, expectation-setting, and real-world client behavior I’ve observed across hundreds of interior design firms.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE HONEYBOOK SMART FILE KIT
HoneyBook Client Booking Proposal Smart File
HoneyBook Project Status Update Smart File
Professionally written, copy-edited content for both files
Step-by-step instructions for adding the Smart Files to HoneyBook
Walkthrough videos for customizing and using each file
Mini trainings on best practices and client communication strategies
A short email series sharing how I recommend using these files with clients
Updates for the life of the products
Note: Images may include placeholder or blurred text for demonstration purposes. All templates are fully written and ready to use.
GOAL #1: BOOK THE RIGHT PROJECTS (Proposal Template)
From “It’s how much?” to “When can we start?”
The Client Booking Proposal Template is designed to help interior designers present their value clearly, confidently, and professionally.
It’s not about convincing people to hire you or being a slick salesperson. It’s about helping the right clients understand what they’re saying yes to and seeing the value.
What it helps you do:
Present your scope and fees with clarity and confidence
Communicate your value without defensiveness or overexplaining
Address common objections before they come up
Position your business like a professional operation, not a creative free-for-all
This proposal framework has been used by hundreds of designers to:
Book higher fee projects
Reduce back-and-forth after sending proposals
Eliminate haggling over price
What you get:
You’ll receive a fully written, copy-edited proposal template designed specifically for HoneyBook, with prompts that make customization fast and straightforward.
GOAL #2: MAINTAIN TRUST ONCE WORK BEGINS (Project Status Update Template)
If communication and your process “falls off” once you’ve made the sale, we got problems.
Once a project is underway, silence creates anxiety, and anxiety leads to emails, questions, and frustration.
The Project Status Update Template gives you a structured, professional way to proactively communicate progress, timelines, and next steps so clients stay informed and confident in your process during the management phase when you’re busy behind the scenes, but they don’t “see” anything happening.
What it helps you do:
Show clients how much is happening behind the scenes (further positioning your value)
Reduce “just checking in” emails
Reinforce trust during ordering, procurement, and project management
Keep projects moving without over-communicating
What you get:
This template walks clients through what’s complete, what’s in progress, what’s coming next, and where decisions may be needed.
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A HoneyBook account (sign up here and save on your first year)*
An email account
Your purchase does not include a HoneyBook subscription.
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The HoneyBook Smart FIle Kit for Interior Designers is intended for unlimited use by one person (the Purchaser). The Purchaser cannot resell, duplicate, share, copy, distribute, create derivative works, or offer the HoneyBook Smart File Template Kit, 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 but offer services or education to interior designers and would like to use this with your clients, a commercial license is required. Please email katie@dakotadesigncompany.com to inquire about pricing and availability.
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Due to the instant and digital nature of this product, there are no refunds or returns.
TESTIMONIALS
“I can’t thank you all enough - they’re so perfect. My business is running so much smoother (I just went through inquiry, proposal, welcome in the matter of days). I genuinely feel like I have my act together and I LOOK like I do to my clients now! Thank you!”
KALISSA, INTERIOR DESIGNER
STOCK 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 portfolio photos or stock images to personalize the template.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
Check out our FAQ page here or chat with me here.
*As an affiliate for HoneyBook, I may receive a small commission if you sign up for a paid HoneyBook account through my affiliate link. Please note, I only share about software I love and use.
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