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Furniture, Furnishings, and Equipment: Refers to a wide assortment of products that are prefabricated or custom:
Systems Furniture
Loose Furniture
Custom Furniture
Artwork
Accessories
Millwork
Specialty Equipment
Custom Lighting
Signage
Planters
Window Coverings
Awnings
A/V Equipment |
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| applied science concerned with designing equipment/furniture to maximize productivity by reducing fatigue and discomfort. |
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| individual tables, chairs, case goods, that aren’t built in |
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| components that can be assembled, configured, and reconfigured to create workstations. Includes panels, work surfaces, shelving, storage, and power&data support for computers systems, and other equipment. |
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| 3-4 times Interior Design fees |
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| Process: Evaluate Client Needs (FF&E Programming Process) |
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• Identify and document needs for all functional spaces including:
• Function and types of spaces (personal, common, support)
• Number of assigned staff
• Numbers of visitors
• Types and quantities of items to be stored
• Signage requirements
• Desired artwork and interior plantings
• Quantity, condition, and types of existing furniture to be reused |
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| Process: Prepare a Cost Estimate |
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• Line Item breakout of all FF&E to establish budget.
• Based on current prices of items comparable to those requested
• Client should approve budget before proceeding so architect has a benchmark for considering products. |
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| Process: Select Furniture |
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• Function: what the client needs
• Durability: how long it should last
• Aesthetics: what will enhance the design
• Budget: how much the client can afford
• Style: what scale/size/proportion is appropriate for the space |
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| (Closed) does not allow for substitution, and typically used to control aesthetics, function, and quality. Identify name, model number, finish type, and submittal requirement. |
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| (Open) used in competitive bidding, and does not give level of control in closed spec.Describe characteristics, materials, finishes, workmanship, and fabrication of products and give list of comparable manufactures. |
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| Used with vendors who propose products they think will meet requirements. Describe only the desired/required results. Give no characteristics or manufactures. |
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