What Is E-Design? Everything You Need to Know Before You Hire an Interior Designer Online
If you've been scrolling through beautifully designed spaces online and wondering how to get that look in your own home (without flying a designer in or paying for a full-service project), E-Design might be exactly what you need!
Here's everything you need to know.
What Is E-Design?
E-Design (also called virtual interior design or online interior design) is a remote design service where a designer creates a complete design plan for your space, delivered digitally. You receive everything you need to execute the design yourself: the vision, the products, the layout, and the guidance.
No in-person visits required. No contractor coordination. Just a professional design, delivered to your inbox.
What's Typically Included in an E-Design Package?
Every studio's package is a little different. At Zo & Co., our E-Design service includes:
A custom mood board showing the overall aesthetic direction
A floor plan with furniture placement
A curated product sourcing list with direct links and budget breakdowns
A paint palette with specific paint codes
A styling guide so you know how to layer and finish the space
You take that package and shop, order, and install everything at your own pace.
Who Is E-Design Right For?
E-Design is a great fit if:
You're outside of NJ or NY but want professional design help
You have the time and enjoy the process of shopping and installing
You're working with a tighter timeline or budget
You want a single room done — a bedroom refresh, a nursery, a home office
It's probably not the right fit if you're doing a full renovation, managing contractors, or want someone to handle procurement and installation for you. That's where full-service design comes in.
How Much Does E-Design Cost?
At Zo & Co., E-Design starts at $1,000 depending on the scope and number of rooms. It's a fraction of the cost of full-service design, and you still get a professionally designed space.
How Does the Process Work?
You fill out our style quiz about your space, style, and budget and submit our intake form.
We have a kickoff call to align on direction.
We deliver your design package within 2–4 weeks.
You shop and execute — and we're available for questions along the way!
Is It Worth It?
In short: YES, if you're the right kind of client. If you have taste but can't quite pull it together, if you keep second-guessing your purchases, or if you've been living with a space that just isn't working — E-Design gives you the clarity and direction to finally get it done right.
