In interior design, BOQ stands for Bill of Quantities.
It’s a detailed document that lists all the materials, finishes, furniture, fixtures, and labor needed for a project — along with their quantities, unit prices, and total costs.
Purpose of a BOQ
- Budget control – Prevents cost surprises by showing an accurate breakdown.
- Transparency – Everyone (client, designer, contractor) knows exactly what’s included.
- Procurement guide – Helps in ordering the right amounts of materials.
- Bidding & comparison – Allows different contractors to quote based on the same scope.
Typical Items in an Interior Design BOQ
- Civil works – demolition, partitions, flooring.
- Furniture – tables, chairs, cabinets.
- Finishes – paint, wallpaper, laminates.
- Fixtures – lights, fans, switches.
- Soft furnishings – curtains, rugs, cushions.
- Labor charges – carpentry, electrical, painting.
- Miscellaneous – delivery, installation, accessories.
Example (simplified)
| Item | Unit | Qty | Rate | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wooden Flooring | sq.m | 25 | $40 | $1,000 |
| LED Ceiling Lights | pcs | 8 | $50 | $400 |
| Painting (emulsion) | sq.m | 80 | $5 | $400 |
A good BOQ is like a project’s financial blueprint — without it, costs can spiral, and small oversights can cause major delays.
If you want, I can show you a ready-to-use BOQ template for interior projects that you can adapt to any space. That way, you’d know exactly what to include. Would you like me to prepare that?
