11. Sep. 2025 / by /   Interior design / 0 comments

Do you provide written contracts?

Excellent question 👍 — asking about written contracts is one of the smartest ways to protect yourself in an interior design project. In Delhi NCR, too many projects go over-budget or get delayed because there’s no clear written agreement.

âś… Why a Written Contract Matters

  • Fixes scope of work (so nothing is missed or “extra” later).
  • Locks payment schedule & milestones.
  • Defines design revisions allowed.
  • Clarifies warranty & after-sales service.
  • Prevents disputes about hidden charges or delays.

đź“‘ What a Good Interior Design Contract Should Include

  1. Scope of Work
    • Design (2D layouts, 3D renders, drawings).
    • Execution (carpentry, electrical, plumbing, civil, painting).
    • Loose furniture, appliances, dĂ©cor (if included).
  2. Deliverables & Revisions
    • How many design revisions.
    • What kind of drawings/renders you’ll receive.
  3. Timeline & Milestones
    • Stage-wise timeline (civil, carpentry, false ceiling, finishing).
    • Delay clause (buffer time + penalty/extension terms).
  4. Costing & Payment Terms
    • Detailed BOQ (Bill of Quantities) with brand names.
    • GST, transport, site supervision — whether included or extra.
    • Milestone-based payments, not lump sum.
  5. Warranty & After-Sales Service
    • Modular kitchen, wardrobes, hardware (Häfele/Hettich, etc.).
    • Free service period (6–12 months).
    • AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract), if offered.
  6. Roles & Responsibilities
    • Who supervises site (designer / project manager).
    • Who coordinates vendors.
    • Single point of contact.
  7. Change & Variation Clause
    • Process for handling last-minute design changes.
    • Written approval for all changes with cost + time impact.

⚠️ Red Flags

  • Designer says “Don’t worry, we’ll work on trust.” đźš©
  • Only gives a simple quotation, no contract terms.
  • Doesn’t provide a written BOQ with brand names.

âś… Pro Tip

Always ask for a signed contract + stamped BOQ. Keep one copy with you. This protects you legally if there’s a dispute later.

👉 Do you want me to draft a sample interior design contract template (simple, 2–3 pages) with all these points, which you can customize and ask your designer to sign?

  
  

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