That’s a very smart question 👍 — because furniture sourcing can either be:

Custom-made (carpenter/factory build).
Vendor-sourced (Pepperfry, IKEA, Kirti Nagar market, branded showrooms).

A good designer should be open to both, depending on your budget and style preference.

✅ How Designers Usually Handle Furniture Sourcing

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🔹 1. Custom-Made (In-house or Workshop)

Designer provides drawings → furniture made in factory/carpenter workshop.
Tailored to space (perfect fit, more storage).
Materials: Plywood/HDHMR, veneer, laminates, upholstery of your choice.
Cost: Higher than mass-market, but flexible.

🔹 2. Vendor-Sourced (Ready-Made)

Designer helps you select pieces from:
- Pepperfry, IKEA, Home Centre, Evok → modern, affordable.
- Kirti Nagar Market (largest furniture hub in Delhi NCR) → wide range, from budget to luxury.
- High-end stores: BoConcept, Natuzzi, Stanley, Good Earth, etc.
Pros: Quick, warranty, branded quality.
Cons: Standard sizes → may not fit awkward corners.

🔹 3. Hybrid Approach (Most Popular in Delhi NCR) ✅

Custom-made for storage-heavy units → wardrobes, kitchens, TV units, study tables.
Vendor-sourced for loose furniture → sofas, beds, dining, accent chairs, décor.

✅ What You Should Ask Your Designer

Do you source furniture from vendors like Pepperfry, IKEA, Kirti Nagar?
Do you charge extra/markup for sourcing, or pass on vendor discounts?
Will you join me on market visits (Kirti Nagar, Banjara Market, Defence Colony)?
Can I buy furniture directly, while you handle design + custom pieces?
Do you provide a furniture sourcing list (brand, price, warranty) in BOQ?

⚠️ Red Flags

Designer insists on only custom furniture 🚩 (higher margin for them).
No transparency on vendor discounts/commissions.
Doesn’t give size check drawings before buying ready-made furniture.

✅ Pro Tip

In Delhi NCR → Best combo is custom wardrobes & kitchens + vendor sofas/dining/loose furniture.
Always ask your designer for a shopping day in Kirti Nagar → you’ll see budget, premium, and luxury options side by side.
Ask if they can create a furniture matrix: custom vs ready-made with costs.

👉 Do you want me to make a Furniture Sourcing Guide (Kirti Nagar stores, IKEA must-buys, online vendors, price ranges) so you know exactly where to shop for each furniture piece?

Do you source furniture from vendors (Pepperfry, IKEA, Kirti Nagar)?