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HOW WE WORK

Our Process

From your first idea to the home you imagined.

A beautiful interior isn't created in a single design meeting.

It takes a clear understanding of your requirements, thoughtful planning, the right materials, precise execution and a team that stays involved from beginning to end.

At CustomNest Interior, we take you through a structured process designed to make your home interior journey simpler, more transparent and better organised.

You tell us what you need. We plan it. Design it. Build it. And hand it over.
Start Your Project
THE JOURNEY 01 — 06
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BEGIN Understand

Your needs & vision

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PLAN Strategise

Space & requirements

03
CREATE Design

Ideas into visuals

04
REFINE Approve

Materials & details

05
BUILD Execute

With precision

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COMPLETE Handover

Your finished space

IDEA DESIGN BUILD HOME
THE CUSTOMNEST JOURNEY

How It Works

A clear process. One team. Your home.

From the first conversation to the final handover, every stage has a purpose — keeping your interior journey clear, organised and beautifully coordinated.

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DISCOVER

Understand Your Home

Understand your home, lifestyle and requirements.

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MEASURE

Establish the Foundation

Visit your space and establish the technical foundation.

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DESIGN

Shape Your Ideas

Turn your requirements into a functional design.

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VISUALISE

See It Before Execution

See your proposed interiors before execution.

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SELECT

Choose the Details

Finalise materials, finishes, hardware and details.

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APPROVE

Lock the Scope

Lock the scope, design and estimate.

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BUILD

Bring It to Life

Manufacture, execute and install your interiors.

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QUALITY CHECK

Review Every Detail

Inspect the finished work and resolve snagging points.

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HANDOVER

Welcome Home

Complete your home and hand it over ready to live in.

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BACKED FOR YEARS

Confidence Beyond Handover

Your eligible woodwork is backed by our 10-year warranty.

STEP 01 · DISCOVER

Tell Us About Your Home

Before we design your home, we understand how you live in it.

Every family has different needs.

Your storage requirements, daily routines, lifestyle, aesthetic preferences and budget all influence the right design.

That's why our process starts with a conversation—not a catalogue of designs.

We understand:

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Your requirements

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Your lifestyle and routines

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Your preferred design style

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Functional requirements for every room

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Storage needs

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Budget expectations

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Project scope and priorities

THE RESULT

A clear project brief that gives our design team the right foundation to begin.

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LIVING KITCHEN BEDROOM
YOUR HOME YOUR STORY · YOUR NEEDS · YOUR STYLE
01 DISCOVER
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STEP 02 · FOUNDATION

Site Visit & Measurement

We don't design from assumptions.

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LIVING KITCHEN BEDROOM 4200 mm 3200 mm
ACTUAL SPACE MEASURE · ASSESS · DOCUMENT

Once we understand your requirements, our team visits your home to understand the space firsthand.

We take measurements and assess the existing conditions that can influence your interior design.

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We look at:

01 Room dimensions
02 Existing electrical points
03 Plumbing requirements
04 Doors and windows
05 Structural constraints
06 Natural light
07 Existing finishes
08 Space utilisation

We also document the site so that the design process is based on the actual space—not assumptions.

THE RESULT

A reliable technical foundation

for your interior design.

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STEP 03 · DESIGN DIRECTION

Space Planning & Design Direction

Before making your home beautiful, we make it work.

Good interiors aren't just about how a room looks.

They need to work for the people living in them.

Our designers develop the initial space planning around your lifestyle, functionality and requirements.

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We consider:

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Furniture Placement

Positioning that supports the way you use each space.

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Movement & Circulation

Clear, comfortable movement throughout your home.

03
Storage

Practical storage planned around your requirements.

04
Kitchen Functionality

Layouts designed around everyday kitchen use.

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Bedroom Requirements

Comfort, functionality and personal requirements.

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Living & Dining Layouts

Balanced layouts for everyday living and entertaining.

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Utility Requirements

Functional planning for practical utility spaces.

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Lighting Direction

Early planning for the right lighting approach.

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LIVING
DINING
KITCHEN
BEDROOM
UTILITY
FLOW
FUNCTION SPACE · FLOW · STORAGE
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DESIGN STARTS WITH
HOW YOU LIVE.

We then establish the overall design language of your home.

THE RESULT

A functional layout

and a clear creative direction for the project.

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STEP 04 · VISUALISE

3D Design & Visualisation

See your home before we build it.

This is where your ideas start becoming tangible.

Our design team translates the approved planning into detailed visualisations, helping you understand how the finished space will look and feel.

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You can explore:

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Colours

Explore the colour direction of your space.

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Materials

Understand the materials proposed for your interiors.

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Textures

Visualise textures and surface character.

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Furniture

See furniture placement within the proposed space.

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Storage

Visualise storage solutions and built-in elements.

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Lighting

Explore the intended lighting direction.

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Finishes

Review the proposed finishes before execution.

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Overall Room Composition

See how the complete room comes together.

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MEDIA
3D VISUALISATION COLOUR · MATERIAL · FORM · LIGHT
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PREVIEW SEE IT
BEFORE
WE BUILD.

Instead of trying to imagine the finished home from a few samples, you get a much clearer picture of the proposed space before execution begins.

THE RESULT

A visual representation of your future home

that allows you to make informed design decisions before we build.

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STEP 05 · SELECT

Materials, Finishes & Hardware

Because what's inside your interior matters just as much as what you see.

Once the design direction is established, we move into the details that make the design real.

We help you finalise the materials, finishes and hardware used throughout your home.

Depending on your project, this can include:

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CORE MATERIAL

Wood & Boards

Materials used for your furniture and cabinetry.

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SURFACE

Laminates & Finishes

Colours, textures and surface finishes.

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SURFACE

Countertops

Materials and finishes for kitchens and other surfaces.

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DETAILS

Accessories

The functional details that complete your storage solutions.

Every selection is made with the approved design, functionality and project requirements in mind.

THE RESULT

A clearly defined material and finish palette

for your home.

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STEP 06 · APPROVE

Final Estimate & Approval

No building from a half-finished plan.

Once the design, materials and scope are finalised, the project moves into approval.

We establish the final scope of work and estimate based on the agreed requirements.

You'll have clarity around:

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What Is Included

Clear understanding of the approved project scope.

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Materials Being Used

Defined materials selected for your interiors.

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Finishes

Finalised colours, textures and surface finishes.

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Hardware

Approved functional hardware and components.

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Scope Of Work

A clearly documented scope before execution begins.

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Project Cost

A defined estimate based on the agreed requirements.

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Execution Requirements

Clarity on what is required to move into execution.

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PROJECT SUMMARY FINAL
DESIGN APPROVED
MATERIALS CONFIRMED
FINISHES CONFIRMED
SCOPE DEFINED
ESTIMATE FINAL
APPROVED
READY FOR EXECUTION SCOPE · COST · MATERIAL · DETAILS
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CLARITY EVERYTHING
DEFINED.

Once everything is reviewed and approved, we move forward to execution.

THE RESULT

A clearly defined project

ready to be built.

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STEP 07 · BUILD

Production & Execution

Now your design becomes real.

With the project approved, production and execution begin.

Our team coordinates the different stages required to turn the approved design into your actual home.

This includes:

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SOURCE

Material Procurement

Sourcing the approved materials and components.

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PREPARE

Site Preparation

Preparing the space for installation and execution.

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INSTALL

Installation

Installing the interior elements at your home.

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COORDINATE

Coordination

Managing the various requirements involved in bringing the design together.

FROM DESIGN
TO REALITY
THE OBJECTIVE IS SIMPLE

Build what was designed.

Approved design
Carefully executed

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PRODUCTION & EXECUTION

Turning your approved design into your home.

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STEP 08 · QUALITY CONTROL

Quality Checks

We don't stop when the installation is complete.

A finished interior needs to be checked—not just photographed.

Our team reviews the completed work to identify any areas that need attention before handover.

We check details such as:

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Installation Quality

Reviewing the quality of completed installation work.

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Alignment

Checking lines, levels and overall alignment.

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Shutters & Drawers

Checking opening, closing and overall fit.

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Hardware Functionality

Ensuring hardware works as intended.

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Surface Finishes

Reviewing visible finishes and surface quality.

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Edges & Detailing

Inspecting edges, joints and finishing details.

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Overall Execution

Reviewing the completed interior as a whole.

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Approved Design

Checking the completed work against the approved design.

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FINAL INSPECTION QUALITY REVIEW
INSTALLATION ✓ CHECKED
ALIGNMENT ✓ CHECKED
HARDWARE ✓ CHECKED
FINISHES ✓ CHECKED
EXECUTION ✓ CHECKED
FINAL CHECK
READY FOR HANDOVER INSPECT · REVIEW · RECTIFY
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QUALITY CHECKED
BEFORE
HANDOVER.

Any identified snagging points are addressed as part of the completion process.

THE RESULT

A finished interior that has gone through a final quality review

before handover.

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STEP 09 · HANDOVER

Your Home. Ready to Live In.

Your finished space, officially ready for you.

Once the project is completed and the final checks are done, we walk you through your finished home.

The handover includes:

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Final Project Walkthrough

Walk through the completed interiors with our team.

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Completion Review

Review the finished work and completion details.

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Warranty Documentation

Receive relevant warranty documentation where applicable.

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Care & Maintenance Guidance

Guidance for caring for your interiors where applicable.

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HANDOVER COMPLETE WALKTHROUGH · REVIEW · DOCUMENTATION
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WELCOME HOME READY
TO LIVE
IN.

This is the moment where the drawings, materials, production and months of planning finally become your home.

THE RESULT

Your interior is complete. Your home begins here.

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STEP 10 · BACKED FOR YEARS

10-Year Warranty

Built for today. Backed for years.

Your home shouldn't need to be redone every few years because the underlying woodwork wasn't built to last.

That's why CustomNest Interior provides a 10-year warranty on eligible woodwork, subject to the applicable warranty terms and conditions.

10 YEARS
ONE PROMISE

Greater peace of mind.

Your warranty documentation gives you clarity about the coverage provided for your project.

View Warranty Details
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WARRANTY
10 YEARS
ELIGIBLE WOODWORK

Built to last.

Long-term confidence in the core woodwork of your interior.

SUBJECT TO APPLICABLE TERMS & CONDITIONS
10-YEAR WOOD WARRANTY QUALITY · CONFIDENCE · SUPPORT
10
OUR PROMISE BUILT
FOR
YEARS.
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Important

We should keep the exact warranty wording, exclusions and eligibility conditions on the actual warranty page/document. We should not make broad claims like “everything is covered for 10 years” unless that is genuinely what your written warranty guarantees.

THE PROMISE

Built for today. Backed for years.

Eligible woodwork supported by a 10-year warranty, subject to applicable terms.

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AFTER 10
AFTER HANDOVER · CONTINUED SUPPORT

Our relationship doesn't end at the keys.

The handover marks the completion of your project—but it doesn't have to be the end of your relationship with CustomNest.

For eligible post-handover requirements, our team can guide you through the appropriate support and warranty process according to your project terms.

Because good interiors aren't just about the day they're completed.

They're about how confidently you live with them afterwards.

CUSTOMNEST INTERIOR BEYOND HANDOVER
CARE BEYOND THE KEYS
SUPPORT WARRANTY GUIDANCE
AFTER HANDOVER WE'RE
STILL
HERE.
THE CUSTOMNEST APPROACH

A home designed for today, supported beyond handover.

WHY OUR PROCESS WORKS

Designed with clarity. Built with accountability.

Every stage is connected to create a more organised, transparent and confident interior journey.

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One connected journey

Design and execution are connected through a structured process rather than treated as completely separate experiences.

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Decisions before execution

The more decisions we can finalise before work begins, the fewer surprises there are during execution.

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Material clarity

You know what materials, finishes and hardware are being selected for your home.

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Execution oversight

The project doesn't simply disappear into execution after the design is approved.

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Long-term confidence

Eligible woodwork comes with a 10-year warranty, subject to applicable terms.

10 YEARS
THE CUSTOMNEST DIFFERENCE

Fewer surprises. More confidence.

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THE CUSTOMNEST JOURNEY

You bring the vision. We take care of the journey.

From the first conversation to the final handover, every stage is connected to create a clearer, smoother interior experience.

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START

DISCOVER

Understand your requirements.

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FOUNDATION

MEASURE

Understand your space.

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DIRECTION

DESIGN

Plan how your home should work.

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VISUAL

VISUALISE

See the design before execution.

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DETAILS

SELECT

Choose materials and finishes.

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CONFIRM

APPROVE

Finalise scope and estimate.

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EXECUTION

BUILD

Produce, execute and install.

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QUALITY

CHECK

Inspect and resolve.

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COMPLETION

HANDOVER

Complete your home.

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LONG-TERM

BACKED

10-year warranty on eligible woodwork.

ONE CONNECTED PROCESS

From your first idea to the home you imagined.

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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Frequently Asked Questions.

Everything you need to know about the CustomNest interior design process, from consultation to handover.

01 What happens after I contact CustomNest? +

We begin with a discussion to understand your home, requirements, preferred design direction and project expectations. From there, we can determine the appropriate next step for your project.

02 Do you visit the site before designing? +

Yes. A site visit and measurement help us understand the actual space and its practical requirements before the design is developed.

03 Will I see the design before execution? +

Yes. The design and visualisation stage allows you to review the proposed direction before execution begins.

04 Can I choose the materials and finishes? +

Yes. Material, finish and hardware selections form an important part of the design process and are finalised according to the approved project scope.

05 When does execution begin? +

Execution begins after the relevant design, scope, materials and estimate have been reviewed and approved.

06 Who manages the execution? +

CustomNest coordinates the execution process, including the relevant production, installation and project requirements.

07 What happens before handover? +

The completed work goes through a final quality review. Any identified snagging points are addressed before the project is handed over.

08 Do you provide a warranty? +

Yes. CustomNest provides a 10-year warranty on eligible woodwork, subject to the applicable warranty terms and conditions.

09 What happens after handover? +

You receive the relevant project and warranty information, and eligible post-handover requirements can be handled according to the applicable support and warranty terms.

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