If you’re planning a renovation and working with a builder, cabinetmaker or designer, this Project Brief Writing Guide and Template is your secret weapon. It helps you clearly explain what you want, how you want your space to feel and function and why, without needing a design background or professional drawings.
This isn’t just a blank document. It’s a fully guided project brief writing guide in Google Docs format, complete with a how-to walkthrough. You’ll be taken step by step through each section of a professional renovation brief, written in clear, client-friendly language, so you can outline your goals and decisions with confidence.
Whether you’re renovating a kitchen, bathroom or your entire home, this template helps you stay organised, reduce back-and-forth with your team and communicate clearly from the start.
What’s included:
- A fully editable Google Docs template (plus PDF version)
- Step-by-step walkthrough guide
- Clear sections covering layout, fittings, finishes, storage, must-haves and nice-to-haves
- Pro tips to help you write a brief that builders and designers will actually understand
Perfect for:
- Kitchen, bathroom or full-home renovations
- Working with builders, joiners or interior designers
- Clients preparing for design consults or trade quoting
- Anyone unsure how to explain their vision
Pair it with the Kitchen Design Planning Guide, Bathroom Design Planning Guide, Interior Finishes Selection Guide or Renovation Budgeting & Planning Toolkit for a complete renovation prep pack.
Need help narrowing down your selections? Browse The Blue Space* (affiliate link) for inspiration and product ideas to include in your brief.
Need help refining your brief or finalising your renovation plans? After purchasing, you’ll have the option to book a Design Day session for personalised support.
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