Who Uses the Space?

 

The needs and wants of the intended user group are central to the space planning process. To draw on an obvious example, if a room is to be used for regular meetings, relatively more space will be devoted to tables, chairs and other movable furniture, compared with a living room designed for a family of four. If an interior is to be used by adults, the furnishings may be finer and less resilient than those included in a child’s playroom. 

Therefore, a designer needs to consider not only who is using the space, but what purposes the space will actually serve.

For example, if it is to be a high-traffic environment, with many people coming and going, the floors and carpets will need to be much tougher than in rooms that are only to be used on an occasional basis, such as guest bedrooms.

First Steps when Designing an Interior

 

Painting surfaces, choosing furniture and other aesthetic elements may be the most exciting aspect of designing a space, but space planning is absolutely fundamental to the success of any project. It is the only way a client and designer can be certain that that space will be used to its full potential. Whether a client is looking to design a single room in their house or overhaul a large office, the planning process will ensure that the space meets the client’s intended purpose. Interior design projects can be costly in terms of both time and money, so it is important that the space meets the client’s brief from the outset. Mistakes can be difficult to correct at a later date. Space itself is expensive – in general, the larger the space inside a building, the more it will cost. Therefore, clients will want to get the best value from the space they have available and expect a competent designer to use it in an efficient manner.