Write a brief around routines
Describe a typical weekday and a busy weekend in the room. If several people use it differently, list each activity before deciding on a style. Mark a requirement as essential only when a layout fails without it. This makes trade-offs visible instead of turning every preference into a competing must-have.
Put it into practice
- List activities, occupants and storage needs.
- Keep three essentials and a separate wish list.
- Attach measured sketches to the final brief.