84 Specifications
The method of describing design intent and furnishings.
Further Reading
Lisa Godsey, Interior Design Materials and Specifications (Fairchild Books, 2017).
Specifications are written documents that detail all the elements and expected levels of craft and published standards of a project. They contain textual descriptions of all elements of a project—such as finish types, lighting, substrates, and furniture. They are used (alongside design drawings, schedules, and design details) to solicit competitive bids from contractors and suppliers.
There are two categories of specification documents open and closed, which are sometimes referred to as “prescriptive” or ...
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