27/02/2026
When a BOQ is Finalised, It Must Be Respected — A Lesson for Every Interior Designer
In almost every interior project, the journey starts the right way:
✔️ Detailed discussion
✔️ Item-wise BOQ shared
✔️ Scope, timeline & commercials finalised
✔️ Mutual agreement done
But the real challenge begins after the BOQ is locked.
Many times, after work starts, clients get influenced by Pinterest ideas, Instagram reels, and reference videos. New requests start coming in — “Just add this”, “This is small”, “We’ll manage later”.
As professionals, designers often try to cooperate in good faith.
Unfortunately, this is where things go wrong.
👉 Extra items verbally approved
👉 Additional work executed
👉 Time and resources increased
And at the final stage, the narrative suddenly changes:
“Why are you charging extra?”
“You delayed the project”
“Your work quality is not professional”
“We suffered mentally and paid extra rent”
All this — after delivering beyond the agreed BOQ.
🔴 Reality Check for the Industry
A BOQ is not just a document — it is a legal and professional boundary.
Any work beyond it:
Must be documented
Must be costed
Must be approved in writing before ex*****on
🔑 Key Takeaway for Designers
Never execute extra work without written approval
Don’t rely on verbal assurances
Protect your time, effort, and mental peace
Professionalism is a two-way responsibility
This post is not about blaming clients — it’s about educating the ecosystem so projects remain smooth, transparent, and respectful on both sides.
Strong processes protect good relationships.
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