Recipient of a Crafts Council Setting-Up grant 1995.
Christopher Hughes
A Guide to the Commissioning Process
A bespoke piece of furniture is the result of a collaboration between the designer and client. The input from the client to the final piece of furniture cannot be overstated - a successful commission reflects the character,
tastes and lifestyle of its client.
An initial free discussion between designer and client takes place, usually in the intended location for the piece. Its aim is to define the function of the piece and establish dimensional constraints and specifications, as well as discussing the desired overall look and feel of the piece. Typically, the conversation may involve other pieces in the portfolio, the décor of the room and any other objects which may help to identify the client's tastes in terms of style, form and materials. The budget range will also be discussed and a brief established which will guide the design process.
This initial brief is then converted into design concepts in the form of perspective sketches and hard-line CAD drawings which, accompanied
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by relevant material samples, are presented and discussed with the client. in order to focus on and develop the most appropriate concept.
Once the favoured concept has been agreed and all specific details discussed, the next step is to define the final design drawings to show all relevant design details. This is accompanied by a full written description of the project and a firm cost estimate. Payment of a deposit secures a slot in the production schedule with the balance payable on delivery.
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