For anyone fortunate enough to find a best friend, you know they possess certain qualities. You look for someone who sees things differently, gives you someone to lean on during a laborious renovation, and cheers you in your decisions.

This is exactly what interior designers do. They possess distinct qualities, which is why they are often referred to as the “homeowner’s best friend.”

1. Non-judgemental
Interior designers don't judge what you have put together in your home, be it your selection of paint colours or your furniture style. Whatever it is, they know who you are and won't judge you based on your renovation mistakes.

2. Genuine
Good interior designers are the kind of people who won't tell you something looks good just to be in your good books. Instead, they will be sincere and straightforward, telling you honestly that the chandelier lighting fixture you found on Amazon won’t work in your living room renovation.

3. Acceptance
You can be your completely weird, ridiculous self around interior designers by suggesting vintage plaid wallpaper and they won't run in the other direction. They have got their own bizarre set of hang-ups too.

4. Trustworthy
You can rely on interior designers to do or provide what is needed. They won’t suggest luxurious silk curtain drapes (even if they would look heavenly) when you have a toddler in the house.

5. Respect
Interior designers won't always agree with your suggestions, but they will always welcome your opinion. They will take time to explore what appeals to you and find brilliant renovation solutions.

6. Dependable
No matter how far your interior work has gone, interior designers will see to it that you get back up at every stage. You may be frustrated with the delay in your kitchen remodel, but they will actively listen to you and make sure to keep you out of trouble.

7. Thoughtful
They will always give you quick status updates, even if it’s to text you that nothing has changed, and will make you part of the interior design process at every stage.

All these essential traits make interior designers worthy partners during your home renovation.