Preparing a custom lighting design brief
Make the requested changes, evidence and approval process clear before development.
A custom enquiry should describe a requirement rather than assume a capability. Whether the request concerns appearance, movement or controls, use a brief that allows the supplier to confirm feasibility and the development scope.
Purpose and scope
Describe the room, users, lighting tasks and target market. Identify a starting product platform if one is intended. Separate a finish change, a configured variant and a new structural or functional development.
Include quantities, schedule, branding and required documents. Record which decisions are fixed and which alternatives the supplier may propose.
Design and operation
Provide dimensions, material and colour references for the base, column, head or shade. Describe how users will adjust, move and operate the luminaire. For a mobile request, state the actual circulation and furniture conditions.
Do not assume casters, height adjustment, wireless operation or platform integration are standard. Ask the supplier to confirm the offered arrangement and any limitations. Specify lighting and control requirements independently from the styling.
Prototype and documents
Agree drawings, finish samples and a representative prototype. Identify the tests and market documents required for the modified configuration. Clarify which records need review when components, structure or controls change.
Use a defined review method for movement, practical placement, finish and lighting. Existing cases such as custom colour and roller-base development illustrate specific requests, not universal availability.
Approval and repeat orders
Keep the approved configuration, sample and drawing revisions together. Confirm artwork rights, change procedures, packaging, care and service arrangements. Define how repeat orders will be compared with the approved version.
Review the current OEM/ODM scope and send the design brief. Pricing, feasibility and delivery should be confirmed for the actual request rather than inferred from an older article.