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INTERIOR DESIGN CONTRACT FORMAT

This contract, by and between the ________________, hereinafter called the NAFI, by and through its duly authorized Contracting Officer, and the _______________________, hereinafter called the Contractor is for interior design work at _______________________________________.

(Name of installation)        (State)

NOW THEREFORE, it is agreed as follows:

ARTICLE I. The NAFI hereby agrees to and does hereby engage the services of the Contractor, and the Contractor hereby accepts the engagement to design and to do the work hereinafter specified by the NAFI in connection with the following project. The design and specifications for all furnishings, wall treatment, fixtures, color concepts and the equipment for the (identify all area in the facility involved), (include kitchen when needed), of the ________________________________________________.

(Facility)                                                (Name of installation)

ARTICLE II. The Contractor will complete all interior design work and services under this contract except supervision, inspection and acceptance of the furnishings phase, within _____ calendar days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed. The Notice to Proceed will be issued within 10 calendar days from the date of award of this contract. The parties to this contract have considered mailing time in establishing the period of performance.

Period of Service:

(1)     The Contractor will deliver the Preliminary Interior Design Phase Submittals within _____ calendar days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed.

(2)     The NAFI will review the Preliminary Interior Design Phase Submittals within _____ calendar days and return them to the Contractor.

(3)     The Contractor will deliver the Prefinal Interior Design Phase Submittals within _____ calendar days after receipt by the Contractor of written instructions on the Preliminary Submittal.

(4)     The NAFI will review the Prefinal Interior Design Phase Submittals within ____ calendar days and return them to the Contractor.

(5)     The Contractor will deliver the Final Interior Design Phase Submittals within ____ calendar days after receipt by the Contractor of written instructions on the Prefinal Submittal.

(6)     The NAFI will review the Final Interior Design Phase Submittals within _____ calendar days and return them to the Contractor.

(7)     The Contractor will deliver the corrected Final Interior Design Phase Submittals within ____ calendar days after receipt by the Contractor of written instructions for correction.

(8)     Final supervision, inspection and acceptance by the Contractor of the furnishings phase of the project will be accomplished as scheduled by the Contracting Officer.

ARTICLE III. The Contractor agrees to render the following services in connection therewith:

Preliminary Interior Design Phase:

(1)     The Contractor will meet the Contracting Officer and all others responsible for the project to discuss the project in detail, including design concepts, desired atmosphere and to survey and measure all areas subject to design work.

(2)     The Contractor will prepare preliminary conceptual studies, including sketches and proposed materials, including but not limited to carpeting, furniture, draperies, wood finishes, paints, wall coverings, architectural drawings for special millwork and construction, and so forth, to complete the design and make a preliminary presentation to the Contracting Officer and other involved. After a thorough discussion, evaluation, and inspection of samples, a final agreement between the Contractor and the group will be made as to final interior design concepts.

(3)     The Contractor will take a complete inventory of all presently owned furniture and equipment, evaluate it by life expectancy and utilize it to the best advantage in the area, when applicable, as part of their design.

b.     Prefinal Interior Design Phase:

(1)     On acceptance of the preliminary design phase, the Contractor will prepare a prefinal detailed design presentation, including full color sketches in perspective; color and sample boards to supplement the color renderings; complete scaled architectural drawings showing furnishings and light fixture placement; scaled wall elevation drawings showing wall treatment, molding, wall light fixtures, accessories, and window treatment; scaled plans of kitchen equipment location including ventilation hoods, plumbing, and electrical connections; complete specifications in detail with manufacturer, manufacturer’s address, current part of stock number and description, to include all custom-designed items in detail. A formal presentation of the final phase will be made to the Contracting Officer and other representatives for final approval. After approval, any changes made in the design package must be in writing and must be approved by both the Contracting Officer and the Contractor.

(2)     If the Contractor has not been involved in the preliminary functional plotting and if construction is involved, they will review the architect-engineer’s plans at the 30 percent completion stage. In the interest of better utilization of space and to prevent duplication of effort and material, such as wall and floor finishings, they will coordinate on the plans at that time. They will make recommendations for any changes to improve the functional concept to the Contracting Officer, with written justification, covering those areas or items affected.

Final Interior Design Phase:

(1)     The Contractor will furnish their completed detailed design concept, including all necessary items such as floor plans, architectural drawings, color photographs or renderings and color and sample boards and specifications, in sufficient quantities to allow the Contracting Officer to solicit Request for Proposals from those firms qualified to perform the furnishings phase. The cost of duplicating the design package in sufficient numbers will be borne by the Contractor as part of the design fee. Furnishings will be itemized separately, identified by individual article and price per item at current wholesale cost and submitted to the Contracting Officer with the design package.

(2)     The Contractor and all other firms owned by, or associated with, or affiliated with the Contractor will not be allowed to compete in the bidding or make a proposal in the interest of obtaining a furnishings contract or supply items of furnishings, fixtures, materials, or equipment for this project in which they are the Contractor. They will be considered to be an advisor to the Contracting Officer and the NAFI during this project and will act in their best interest in their guidance, advice and professional association with them. Any instances in which they may be involved other than so designated or any involving any unethical practices will be grounds for termination of their contract.

Installation and Acceptance Phase. During the final stages of installation of all items of furnishings, wall treatment, carpet laying, window treatment, installation of fixtures, and other parts of the design scheme, the Contractor will inspect, supervise and accept them as part of their design fee. They will assure the Contracting Officer that the quality of all furnished items, installation of fixtures, and quality of workmanship is professionally performed and meets with their design concept and applicable Air Force standards. This will be at no extra cost to the NAFI.

ARTICLE IV. The Contractor and NAFI further agree as follows:

As compensation for the services herein described, the Contractor will receive the total sum not to exceed $ ____. Compensation for any other services rendered by the Contractor in connection with any additional work not originally contemplated or specified, or in connection with any subsequent changes to plans, will be negotiated with the Contracting Officer before performance of same. No additional charges or fees are binding on the NAFI unless negotiated with and approved in advance by the Contracting Officer. The compensation herein provided is payable to the Contractor as follows:

(1)     _____ percent, ($ _____) to be paid when the preliminary design phase and presentation have been accomplished, discussed and changes negotiated.

(2)     _____ percent, ($ _____) to be paid on completion and acceptance of the prefinal and detailed design concept with all necessary facets to solicit proposals.

(3)     _____ percent, ($ _____) to be paid on completion and acceptance of the final detailed design concept with all necessary facets to solicit proposals.

(4)     _____ percent, ($ _____) on final supervision, inspection and acceptance by the Contractor of the furnishings phase of the project.

In the event of termination of this contract for any reason, any services previously rendered by the Contractor, including the product thereof (plans, sketches, drawings, illustrations, specifications, and so forth) are the property of the NAFI or its successor fund. The Contractor will not assign or subcontract the performance of their duties and services hereunder without the prior written approval of the Contracting Officer. The Contractor agrees to indemnify, save harmless, and defend the NAFI: (a) from and against any and all claims, demands, action, debts, liabilities and attorney’s fees arising out of, claimed on account of, or in any manner predicated on loss or of hurt to the property of, and injuries to or death of any and all persons whatsoever, in any manner caused or contributed to by the Contractor, their agents, servants or employees while, in, on or about NAFI, (base) or while going to or departing from the same; (b) from and on account of hurts of any kind which the NAFI may suffer as the result of the acts of the Contractor, their agents, servants or employees in or about said military installation. Required Insurance:

(1)     The Designer will procure and maintain at their own expense during the entire period of their performance under this contract the following minimum insurance:

(a)     Comprehensive General Liability – 0,000 per person and 0,000 per accident for bodily injury: ,000 per accident for property hurt.

(b)     Comprehensive Automobile Liability – 0,000 per person and 0,000 per accident for bodily injury: ,000 per accident for property hurt.

(2)     Before beginning work hereunder, the Contractor will furnish to the Contracting Officer a certificate of the above-required insurance. The policies evidencing such required insurance must contain an endorsement to the effect that cancellation, nonrenewal or any material change in the policies adversely affecting the interests of the Government in such insurance will not be effective until 10 calendar days after written notice thereof to the Contracting Officer.

(3)     The Contractor agrees to insert the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (3) in all sub-contracts hereunder.

Workers’ Compensation Coverage. The Contractor will maintain adequate workers’ compensation coverage to comply with the appropriate local, state or federal workers’ compensation law for any employee performing work related to this contract. It is mutually understood and agreed that there are no verbal or any other agreements in addition to or in contradiction of the terms and provisions herein set forth. The Contract can be amended or modified only by Supplemental Agreement in writing signed by the parties and reviewed for legal sufficiency. Contractual Contents. This contract consists of the following:

(1)     Schedule (Introductory paragraph and ARTICLES I through IV and signature page) ……….. Page(s) ___ thru _____

(2)     General Provisions (Clauses 1 – 38) …….. Page(s) _____ thru _____

This contract has been reviewed and determined to be legally sufficient.

____________________________________________________________________________________________

(Signed by staff judge advocate or representative)                      (Date)

IN WITNESS whereof the parties hereto set their hands this day of ___________________________, 20___.

FOR THE NAFI:                                                                                  FOR THE CONTRACTOR:

______________________________________                       _________________________________________

(Signature of Contracting Officer)                                                   (Signature of person authorized to sign contract)

______________________________________                       _________________________________________

Type or print name                                                                             Type or print name

_____________________________________                          _________________________________________

Address and phone number              Date                                       Address and phone number                              Date

(NOTE: This sample contract is intended for guidance only and may require modification because of local conditions or the details of the negotiated arrangement.)

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The connotation “Corporate” is synonymous with brand recall, enhanced visibility and brand identity. The Corporate work ethics is directly proportional to expedient services which manifest themselves in the form of speedy response time, end to end solutions and time bound completion.

In a quick paced world of ours where we tend to spend major part of the day within the confines of the office periphery, proper working environment permitting adequate breathing space becomes bare mandate.

Molding the work environment so as to garner comfort, growth and creativity usually features as a top priority in all the company charts and it is here that, Corporate Interior Design in India comes into play. Attractively made and inviting interiors promote greater bonding among the co-workers fostering social interaction and cohesion.

Revamping, renovating or expanding the interior design aspect of a corporate facility is a tedious task considering the innumerable angles that vie for attention and detailing. Under such circumstances, formulating a clear picture of the space plotting, interior design, workplace analysis, retail design and rollout assumes fantastic importance.

Besides this, concentrating on the intangible aspects of the organization like Company principles, central philosophy, corporate identity and drawing the essence out of them to make an artistic expression which expresses itself through the innovatively done up interior is indeed an ingenious plot.

Scores of Designers and Architect Firms in India and Interior Design Firms in India are mushrooming with a vengeance and their evolution and growth can be attributed to the wide range of Interior Design Services in India that they are catering to.

This aptly clarifies why the “Y” generation is opting to be an Interior Design Consultant in India. They are faring really well in the Indian markets by dint of the myriad Interior Design Services that they are providing.

Be it building appraisal, efficient layout plotting, design, detailing and graphics to use of sustainable and innovative materials- the Corporate Interior Design Firms in India are bent on delivering the best. They carry out a comprehensive Quality Control and Time-Bound Completion from the conception on the drawing board, to providing the final finishing premium touches.

Most of the premier Interior Design Consultants in India are proficient in presentation software such as 3D-Studio, Photoshop and AutoCad and equipped enough to showcase presentations that enables one to visualize the projects entirety before implementation.  

“Project Management” poses as another forte. Most of these Corporate Interior Design Firms in India operate through a network which ropes in professionals like architects, engineers, interior designers, graphics, multimedia experts, civil, electrical and plumbing contractors, carpenters, fabricators, metal and wood suppliers and vendors.

Extensive co-ordination between these various agencies, consultants, contractors and above all a disciplined approach ensures timely completion of the project.

Conarch India Pvt Ltd is a market leader in the industry and is one such service provider specializing in Corporate Interior Design India. www.herbsed.com

Most of the Corporate Interior Design Firms in India are adept at designing IT Parks, Software Centers, ITE’s, BPO Centers, Studios, Media Complex, Hospital and Mall interiors. You can access them online by typing in the prerequisite keywords that pertain to the subject in question.

What are the benefits of hiring professional commercial and residential interior design consultants in Tampa FL? Why not just do your own commercial or residential interior design? Can you not just look at interior design coffee table books and magazines and copy the interior design for your home or business space in Tampa FL? If you reckon commercial and residential interior design is that simple, you are quite mistaken. I hope you do not learn this mistake the hard way by risking the interior design of your own home, office or showroom in Tampa FL. After all, your home, office or showroom reflects your own personality. You would not want to present a shoddy impression of yourself to everyone.

Whenever you need to build a new house, office or any other commercial space, or even if you are just remodelling any of these, you will surely benefit much from hiring professional commercial and residential interior design consultants. You will need their highly experienced and well informed advice and services in order to arrive at the most appropriate, functional and aesthetically pleasing commercial or residential design for your needs in Tampa FL. You must remember that they have the expertise gleaned through proper training and extensive exposure to the best trends in their field.

Residential interior design services include the interior design for various rooms in a home, including nurseries, bedrooms, kitchens, living rooms, dining rooms, studies and libraries, among others. It covers windows, window treatments, furniture and room accessories, too. Even the colors to be used in the paint and finishing, as well as in flooring, carpeting, rugs, furniture, upholstery and curtains are included. Residential interior design services may be provided for the private needs of families or even for companies involved in building and selling residential real estate in Tampa FL.

Real estate companies often hire the services of professional residential interior design consultants to do their home staging. In such cases, professional residential interior design consultants have to furnish an empty house with the best possible interior design scheme to show off all of its strong points and potentials to prospective clients in Tampa FL. The house will have to look very inviting and ready to be lived in.

Real estate companies also hire the services of professional residential interior design consultants to help them come up with their model design. Professional residential interior design consultants can help architects and engineers to do this because they know what features are needed in a house structure in order for it to be more attractive to buyers. This is because professional residential interior design consultants have more frequent interactions with actual homeowners in Tampa FL.

Commercial interior design services covers all aspects of interior design such as windows and window treatments, wall treatments, flooring, carpeting, rugs, furniture and accessories for offices, lobbies, country clubs, model homes, restaurants and cafes, retail stores, malls and other commercial spaces in Tampa FL.

Another benefit of hiring professional commercial and residential interior design consultants is that they can help you lower your costs in various supplies and materials. Professional commercial and residential interior design consultants have ongoing business relationships with their long term suppliers including window treatment stores and furniture stores. They get huge discounts from these suppliers for being long term and frequent buyers for their clients. They, in turn, pass on a substantial part of these discounts to their clients in Tampa FL.

Now that you know the benefits of hiring professional commercial and residential interior design consultants, I am confident that you will never place your home, office or showroom in Tampa FL in less competent hands. Why risk ruining your very own home, office or showroom when you can make it the best it can be with the help of the experts?

No more does owning a house means owning a roof for shelter from rain or heat. The generation of today wants each and every thing to look ravishing and appealing. People are very conscious of the semblance of their houses from both inside and outside. They are mindful of every minute detail of their homes from its looks to design to furnishings to decorations to ambience. This awareness has led these people to look for help from outside increasing the demand for interior designers in India.

The rise in need for interior decorators emphasizes how creativity is nurtured and welcomed in current times. Creative youngsters who wish to beautify people’s homes are ready to pursue this career without much apprehension. Many private institutes and colleges in India are offering courses in interior designing to meet the developing need of interior decorators.

Interior designing courses can be pursued as either a degree (Bachelors or Masters) or a diploma. Among the most sought after courses offered by institutes in India are:
1.) B.Sc in Interior Designing.
2.) Proficiency in Interior & Architectural Designing.
3.) Diploma in Furniture & Interior Design.
4.) Advance Diploma in Interior Designing.
5.) Master of Interior Architecture and Design.
6.) Foundation Diploma in Design.

The minimum eligibility requirement in order to pursue interior designing course is 10+2. In creative fields, more than academic eligibility, what is required is the flair and keen interest and in the chosen field. Career in such spheres questions for sharp eye for detail, excellent observation and patience. The knack for aesthetics, colors, shapes, style and form is needed to build a successful career in interior designing. Sense, ability and inclination for design and décor are primary to be able to decorate homes splendidly. Other vital skills required are time management, coordination skills and team building skills.

The work of designer decorating homes is not limited to making gorgeous spaces but also involves making them functionally sound. Their thoughts or designs must fulfill needs of the users, should be secure and attractive. Interior designers are required to offer highly customized solutions and services within the customer’s budget. The taste and preferences of the user should be kept in mind and materials and items used should be sync with them. The formal training in interior designing helps to train and equip the aspiring designer with the relevant awareness and attitude. Creativity, power of imagination, professional training and sense of style can lead interior designers to heights of success and fame.

The courses of interior designing are meant to impart both the required technical knowledge and managerial skills to manage the clients. One must always select a reputed institute that covers all these aspects and employs experienced faculty. The right kind of exposure and training by professional institutes is vital in establishing a successful career. One can get more information on the institutes offering interior designing courses by visiting online education portals like Shiksha.com.

The scope of interior designing is expanding day by day as it is not restricted to adorning decors of residential spaces but has extended to commercial spaces too. Organizations are now becoming aware of the importance of lively work environment and contribution of interiors to the same. Aesthetic work spaces keep the employees motivated and interested in work, thus, calling for interior designers. Both commercial and industrial sectors have raised the demand for interior decorators to enliven their shops, offices, etc.

Job avenues are available with housing companies, architects and interior designing firms. One may freelance or start up an own organization too. But, it is always recommended that one must work with experienced firms and designers as it proves to be a major help in learning and improvising the basic theoretical knowledge.

A well plotted and managed interior of a house is the key to make any house attractive. No house can be so effective unless it is equipped with mind blowing interior design. And to make it possible, it is quite wise to use 3D interior design and 3D interior models for making your house a dream house.

Now before starting, let’s know about what 3D interior design and 3D interior models are all about, how it can be so useful for interior designing of a house. 3D interior design – as its name suggests, can be defined as a set of pictorial representation of your house’s interior architecture. A set of architectural designs are produced that mention each technical specification about any house’s interior geometry.

Also visualized 3D architecture interiors rendering of residential buildings are covered in developing accurate 3D interior designs. Now talking about 3D interior models, these models are developed using a specialized technique called “3D Architectural Modeling”. This technique is about making effective and efficient 3D models of any building types such as residential, commercial and industrial buildings.

Using this technique, a set of accurate 3D interior models of residential house are developed as per user’s specifications. These models are considered as templates of any house’s proposed architecture design. 3D interior models give an exact visualization of about how your house will look when it gets completed. As per these thoughts, user will be quite aware about his house’s interior and can easily plot out his future activities to get the job done.

While making such 3D interior models and 3D interior designs, custom furniture and fixtures required along with the texture and lighting specifications should be taken into consideration. Certain parts of a residential house like kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living room should be well expressed and should be given more weightage while preparing precise 3D interior design and 3D interior models. Using them, one can surely make house interior better and effective.

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