About
Over the past 15-years, Tauska Trusaun-Kennedy has developed a consistent stellar interior design | project management reputation. Today she is the Owner of a full-service Design/ Build firm, RUME by tauska, typically overseeing the entire construction and interior design process for most of her projects, specializing in being Owner's Representatives, and Construction Management. Tauska is considered an "Interior Lifestylist", breathing a soulful aesthetic into every space she curate.
In 2014, Tauska Trusaun-Kennedy, working collaboratively with R|M (Rinehardt|Miller Interiors) was invited to participate in the annual " Design On A Dime" Showhouse, and the "Designer Showhouse of New York" (at The W Residences) to benefit Lenox Hill Hospital, where she was recognized for her thoughtful design concepts, which contributed to raising tens of thousands of dollars for charity.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Interior Design | Decorating | Home Staging | Space Planning | FF&E | Textile & Color Specialists | Construction/Project Management | Client Representative
• Residential and Commercial design and remodels, ADU design & new builds, garage conversions. commercial design build-out design consultation, staging, set decoration, concepts & schematic planning, installation, product sourcing, FF&E specifications, construction administration & documentation, furniture lighting & art selection
• Licensed, comprehensive working knowledge in all aspects of interior design, new business development, construction & project management, supplier & contractor selection
• Critical Thinking, Administration and Team Leadership
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Meet and then Intake Questionere
Priliminary SOW
Walkthrough | Final SOW
Proposal/What to Expect | Fee request
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
BFA | MFA Interior Architecture - Pratt Institute
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
It really depends on the type of project and Scope of Work,
ie, New Build, Renovation, Decorating, Staging.
For small job, I usually go by hourly rate or Flat Fee with out of pocket expences ie gas, milage, purchases etc.
For larger jobs I sometimes use a flat fee or by Sq. footage.
I also charge a 30-30% Upcharge on purchages.
How did you get started in this business?
I worked for years with a reputable Interior Design firm for about 9 years and then started my own firm,
What types of customers have you worked with?
Hi End Luxury Residential, Commercial, Hospitality, Moderate income remodels, and New build ADU designs (Granny Flats)