"I've wanted to talk to a designer but I was afraid of the cost but your designs are so beautiful and you have such a passion for it I just cannot resist asking you for help!"
While I typically work with local clients, how could I possibly turn down such a sweet request? I decided to work with her as my first ever "virtual" client. We did a phone consult, she sent me photos, and then the final designs were delivered by e-mail. Another pleasant conversation wrapped up the process. All in all, I think both parties were pleased with the results.
Here are the moodboards I created for her living space:

