Furniture Consultancy Process

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1. Discovery & Briefing

Client Consultation: Understand business goals, brand identity, employee needs, and relocation plans.
Site Visits: Assess current and future locations for layout, furniture needs, and logistical challenges.
Needs Analysis: Engage wider stakeholders, identify pain points and opportunities, including how relocation impacts furniture strategy.

2. Strategy & Planning

Space Planning: Design layouts for the new space, optimizing flow, collaboration, and flexibility.
Furniture Audit: Evaluate existing furniture for reuse, refurbishment, or replacement in the new location.
Relocation Strategy: Develop a move plan that minimizes disruption and aligns with fit-out and furniture timelines.
Budget Alignment: Ensure furniture and relocation plans fit within financial parameters.

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3. Design & Selection

Mood Boards: Present furniture styles and layouts that suit the new space and company culture.
Showroom Visits: Arrange guided visits to partner showrooms so clients can experience furniture options firsthand.
Product Selection: Recommend furniture based on function, aesthetics, sustainability, and lead times.
Supplier Coordination: Liaise with manufacturers for samples, pricing, and availability.

4. procurement & LOGISTICS

Order Management: Handle purchasing, tracking, and supplier communication.
Delivery Scheduling: Align furniture delivery with relocation dates and fit-out milestones.
Quality Assurance: Inspect deliveries and resolve any issues proactively.

5. RELOCATION & INSTALLATION

Relocation Coordination: Manage packing, transport, and setup of existing and new furniture.
On-Site Supervision: Ensure smooth execution with minimal disruption to business operations.
Furniture Installation: Oversee placement and configuration according to the approved layout.
Services configuration: Liaise with IT and building management to set up services.

6. recycling & aftercare

Recycling: Arrange for disused furniture to be donated to local charities or responsibly recycled through approved partners.
Client Walkthrough: Conduct a post-installation walkthrough to confirm satisfaction with furniture layout and functionality.
Aftercare Support: Provide ongoing support through scheduled post-installation check-ins and verification that all furniture and fittings are operating correctly.
Warranty & Defect Review: Conduct a scheduled inspection prior to warranty expiry to identify and address any defects.

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Contact the team to discuss how we can help source, supply, install or move your furniture.

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COEL have been a pleasure to work with from initial design stage to implementation to handover. Their attention to detail in all areas is something which stood out to our project team, especially in the design stages with the ever-patient Fiona and her team! The on-site team were always professional and great communicators – again, the attention to detail from the project manager was faultless.

Laura Handley
Office Manager at Acteon

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Why Choose us

Managed

We provide a complete solution, from planning and procurement to delivery and installation, ensuring a seamless experience without the need for multiple vendors.

Designed

Our team specializes in creating functional, ergonomic, and aesthetically pleasing workspaces, providing expert space planning advice to maximise productivity.

Sustainable

We source high-quality furniture from trusted brands, with a strong focus on sustainable materials and practices to support your environmental goals.

Trusted

Our experienced consultants are trusted to deliver on time, on budget, and with meticulous attention to detail; ensuring peace of mind throughout the entire process.