Interior Design Tips and Helpful Hints

Additive planning means spaces added together. Divisitive planning is dividing the space.

When planning, list the spaces and their requirements. Then use a bubble diagram to establish their relationships before starting the sketch plan.

Raising the edges of a kitchen or bathroom bench top will reduce water spillage.

When starting a project even at design stage, list all the participants and their roles. Outline an expected time frame for those participating and confirm it with all.

If planning cupboards or shelves, the top shelf should always be at a maximum of 2 metres or six feet so that it can be safely reached.

When a project is running you will often find that one day lost takes two or even three to make up. Address delays immediately.

 

Monitor the project on a daily basis by confirming the status of each task against the gant chart. If it's out by even one day, address the situation.

When designing joinery such as a side board, chest of drawers or a kitchen bench, always allow space for the toes to slip under the unit when standing against it.

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