8 Best Furniture Stores with Free Design Services

La-Z-Boy Southeast | July 10, 2025

Transform your space without breaking the bank by tapping into professional design expertise that’s already available to you. Many major furniture retailers offer complimentary interior design services as part of their customer experience, making professional-level home styling accessible to everyone.

Whether you’re starting from scratch in a new home or refreshing a single room, these services can help you avoid costly mistakes while creating a cohesive, well-designed space that reflects your personal style.

La-Z-Boy Home Furnishings & Décor

La-Z-Boy’s free design service stands out as one of the most comprehensive programs available, featuring Certified Design Experts who are trained to listen to your needs and aspirations from the start. Every designer holds a degree in Interior Design or a related field, ensuring you receive professional-level guidance throughout your project.

What sets La-Z-Boy apart is their collaborative approach—they work right alongside you, offering suggestions based on your budget and their extensive knowledge, but the customer always has final approval. Their designers understand the importance of integrating your existing furniture, accessories and artwork into your new look, making them particularly valuable for homeowners looking to enhance rather than completely replace their current setup.

The service includes design consultations at every stage, personalized 3D room plans tailored to your lifestyle and budget, and a dedicated design team focused on bringing your vision to life. The planning, presentation and coordinating services are 100% free—you only pay for furniture and delivery charges (helpful hint: Get Your Free Delivery Coupon Here!). You can schedule appointments online, visit any location, or even book virtual consultations for added convenience.

Ethan Allen

With nearly a century of experience since 1932, Ethan Allen has refined their complimentary design service to be both flexible and obligation-free. Their designers adapt to your needs, offering as much or as little assistance as you prefer.

The no-appointment-needed approach at their Design Centers makes it easy to get started whenever inspiration strikes. This accessibility has made them a go-to resource for homeowners at all stages of their design journey.

Pottery Barn

Pottery Barn’s free design service extends beyond furniture selection to include expert installation coordination. Their one-on-one consultations provide personalized ideas and advice, followed by assistance with ordering, delivery coordination, and installation services.

Their designers also specialize in event styling, making them particularly valuable for those planning parties, holiday celebrations, or wedding receptions at home.

West Elm

With 85 locations across the United States and an international presence, West Elm offers both in-person and digital design consultations. Their service focuses on creating comprehensive floor plans and adding finishing touches that work for rooms of any size or configuration.

The digital consultation option makes their expertise accessible even if you don’t live near a physical location, expanding access to professional design guidance.

Havertys

Havertys takes a uniquely hands-on approach with their three-step design process. After an initial introduction through your sales associate, designers conduct in-home visits to photograph, measure, and experience your actual space.

This thorough assessment leads to detailed 2D and 3D representations of your redesigned space using professional room planning tools. The in-home component ensures designs account for factors like lighting, traffic flow, and existing architectural elements.

Crate & Barrel

Operating in over 100 locations across nine countries, Crate & Barrel offers both complimentary and premium design services. Their free service begins with a detailed questionnaire to understand your style preferences, after which a designer reaches out with personalized recommendations.

For those seeking more detailed planning, their $99 premium service (redeemable toward purchases) includes precise 3D and 2D floorplans to ensure perfect furniture placement and room flow.

Restoration Hardware (RH)

RH offers services that are tailored to your needs and the scope, timeline and budget of your project, with complimentary interior design services available to members of their RH Members Program. Their multidisciplinary team includes experienced designers, interior architects, and stylists who work across various project scales.

RH’s design services are particularly known for their sophisticated, gallery-quality approach to home styling, making them ideal for those seeking a more luxurious design aesthetic.

AnthroHome (Anthropologie)

Since launching the team in 2016, Anthropologie has been helping its customers achieve their dream homes through personalized 1:1 consultations and home styling/e-design services. Their approach centers on the belief that your home’s style is an extension of yourself and, therefore, should be celebrated.

Work with a stylist via zoom for expert design advice from the comfort of your home, making their services accessible regardless of location. Their designers specialize in creating spaces with artful charm and unique character that reflect individual personality and lifestyle.

Making the Most of Free Design Services

To maximize the value of these complimentary services, come prepared with inspiration images, measurements of your space, and a realistic budget range. Most designers appreciate clients who have some sense of their style preferences, even if they’re not entirely sure how to execute their vision.

Remember that these services are designed to be consultative rather than prescriptive. The best results come from collaboration between you and your designer, combining their professional expertise with your personal taste and lifestyle needs.

These free design services represent a significant value—professional interior design consultations typically cost hundreds, sometimes thousands, of dollars. By taking advantage of these offerings, you can create a more thoughtful, cohesive home environment while potentially avoiding expensive design mistakes.

Check Out These Additional Resources

This list contains only a few of the best furniture stores with free design services in no particular order. If you know someone we forgot, please send us a message and we’ll be sure to add them.

At La-Z-Boy Home Furnishings & Décor, our free design service makes the process of styling your home fun and easy.

Here are some additional online resources you may like to check out:

• 3 Reasons You Should Work with a La-Z-Boy Interior Designer
• La-Z-Boy vs Ashley Furniture: 7 Differences You Should Know
• The Complete Guide to DIY Living Room Interior Design

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