Preparing a furniture brief

A clear brief helps compare suitable options and estimate the complete furnishing package.

Start with the room

Prepare a plan, dimensions and door and window positions. Mark circulation, cabinet opening space and the furniture access route.

Organise the list by room. For each item, record quantity, purpose, preferred finish and whether it is essential or optional.

Compare the substrate, finish, hardware, included components, packaging and delivery. Save the reference image and card link for discussion.

Based on topics in the SUNRISE 2014 editorial archive, reworked for DINA BUILD. Historical prices and commercial promises are not carried over.