Example interior design invoice
Here is what a typical interior design invoice built with this template looks like. It bills 5 line items, from “Design consultation & concept board” to “Installation & styling day”, for a subtotal of $7,600.00 before tax. Swap in your own rates; the amounts recalculate automatically.
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design consultation & concept board | 1 | $750.00 | $750.00 |
| Design hours – space planning (hours) | 10 | $125.00 | $1,250.00 |
| Sofa – custom upholstery (procurement) | 1 | $3,800.00 | $3,800.00 |
| Area rug | 1 | $1,200.00 | $1,200.00 |
| Installation & styling day | 1 | $600.00 | $600.00 |
| Subtotal | $7,600.00 | ||
Suggested note for the client: Furniture orders require 50% deposit; balance due before delivery. Design fees due within 14 days.
What to include on a interior design invoice
- Design fees (flat, hourly or per room)
- Procurement items with vendor and product details
- Markup or procurement fee
- Deposits paid toward furniture orders
- Installation, delivery and styling
- Freight or shipping costs
Interior Design invoicing tips
- Separate design fees from product purchases so clients see your expertise and the furniture costs clearly.
- Collect deposits for custom furniture before you place the order.
- Disclose your markup or procurement fee in your contract.
- Track freight and receiving fees – they add up quickly.
How to use this template
- Replace the sample line items with the work you actually did. The example items show typical interior design charges and rates – adjust them to your prices.
- Add your business and client details, set the invoice number and due date, and add tax if you are registered to collect it.
- Download the PDF and email it to your client. Your edits are saved in this browser, so next month you only need to change the dates and items.
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Frequently asked questions
How do interior designers charge?
Common methods are hourly rates, flat fees per room or project, a percentage of the total project cost, or cost-plus on furnishings. Many designers combine a design fee with a markup on products.
Should I charge sales tax on furniture?
Usually yes, if you are reselling goods. Sales tax rules vary by state, so check whether you need a resale certificate.
Is this interior design invoice template free?
Yes. Edit every field, download as many PDFs as you like and print them. There is no sign-up, no watermark and nothing is uploaded to our servers.
How do I save the invoice as a PDF?
Click "Download PDF / Print" and choose "Save as PDF" as the destination in the print dialog. It works on desktop and mobile browsers.