Start with everyday use
Who needs a seat on a normal day, and when does the room need to accommodate visitors? Identify the main conversation area, the television position if used, routes through the room and any items you are keeping. A sofa outline should leave those relationships workable.
Specify the seating
Record overall size, module sizes, seat height and depth, arm height and any mechanism. Ask for the actual upholstery code, cushion description, frame construction and cleaning information. If access is tight, compare packed dimensions and removable parts with the entry route.
Coordinate the other pieces
Check the table in relation to the seating and the movement around it. Include side-table locations, lamp needs and storage openings in the plan. Choose finishes using samples together rather than assuming separate product photographs will produce a consistent room.
A starter item schedule
The list below is a planning framework. Confirm actual availability, dimensions, materials and service scope with the supplier you choose.
| Example ID | Item | Record in the quotation |
|---|---|---|
| L-01 | Sofa | Overall and module dimensions; upholstery and construction; packed size |
| L-02 | Lounge chair | Seat size and support; finish; intended position and use |
| L-03 | Coffee / side tables | Top and base construction; height; assembly and protection |
| L-04 | Media / storage unit | Overall size; access for equipment; doors, drawers and anchoring questions |
Connect the room to your whole home
Give each item a stable reference, then connect its finish and dimensions to neighbouring rooms. Include packing, delivery access and assembly questions in the same schedule. A cohesive look should come with a proposal that can be checked item by item.
Read the room-by-room RFQ guide or download the schedule template.
Sources & verification
Source pages checked 21 October 2026. Supplier statements describe their own offerings. Availability, prices and project scope must be confirmed directly. Our planning advice is editorial analysis, not a product test.