Jessica Lightbody | Interior Design Process
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INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE
& DESIGN PROCESS

DETAILED CLIENT BRIEF

identify problems

gather information
& research

critical analysis
& brainstorming

site survey, measure
& analysis

develop solutions, rough sketches & illustrations

schematic interior design concept for client approval

submit planning application
if required

design development
improve design for client final approval

budget costing

appointment of suitable contractors

source FF&E
(furniture, fixtures &
equipment)

prepare contracts/ agreement documents

gather samples & product  information

compile job programme & completion timetable

compile FF&E specification

confirm stock levels, availability & lead times

produce final CAD drawings

spatial planning & supporting visuals

lighting design & reflected ceiling plans

produce 3D models & CGI's if required

produce working drawings & tender documentation

compile tenders for builders, electricians etc.

produce schedule of works documentation

produce detailed specifications to all tradesmen

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

  • For restaurant and hotel interior design, we offer full project management with regular site supervision until completion 

  • Structural work: demolition and building, first installation of plumbing, first fix electrics, sanitary ware, hard flooring installed 

  • Supervision of redecoration; preparation followed by decoration. Starting with the top floor and work down and to begin with ceilings 

  • Built-in furniture installation or floor sanding should be done between preparation and final decoration.

  • Flooring contractors, curtain makers and other specialist makers may have to return for final measurements at this stage.

  • Second fix electrics.

  • Installation of furniture and furnishings if required – for example, flooring/ carpet laying

  • Decorating: delivery and positioning of furniture, hanging and dressing of window treatments (includes the fitting of poles and tracks etc).

  • Hanging artwork and accessorising/ dressing the room with plants, mirrors, decorative objects.

  • Snagging

  • Completion

  • Handover

present interior
design concepts

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