Key takeaways
- Build the package room by room, then map products and connections to each space
- Split every line into goods supplied, services included and work done by others
- Record all items in one scope register with room, code, quantity, finish and owner
- Mark excluded or locally supplied items so omissions are not read as inclusions
- A floor plan and room list are enough to start a scope discussion; unresolved sizes stay open
- Confirm the delivery term and named place before comparing prices
“Whole-house” describes a purchasing approach. It does not, by itself, specify every product, installation service or destination cost included in a contract.
CIPS starts its procurement cycle with defining needs and specifications; use that principle to establish the package boundary. [1]
1. Build the package around rooms and systems
Start with the spaces in your project, then identify the products needed in each one. This makes missing connections easier to spot than a list of unrelated categories.
| Area | Products to consider | Details to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | Cabinets, worktops, sink, tap and lighting | Appliance dimensions, service positions and worktop cutouts |
| Bathroom | Tiles, toilet, basin, vanity and shower enclosure | Drainage layout, connection dimensions and opening clearances |
| Bedrooms | Flooring, wardrobes, doors and furniture | Finished room sizes, door swings and storage layout |
| Living areas | Floor finishes, wall finishes, lighting and furniture | Material transitions, dimensions and access for delivery |
| Building openings | Windows, entrance doors and interior doors | Opening schedule, glazing, hardware and installation details |
| Outdoor areas | Exterior finishes, outdoor furniture and lighting | Exposure conditions and product suitability |
Not every project needs every category. Products already purchased locally should appear on the coordination list even when they are outside the supplier’s order.
NKBA’s planning guidance offers a specialist reference for reviewing kitchen and bathroom layouts and their interfaces. [2]
2. Separate products from services
A useful scope has three parts: goods supplied, services included and work performed by others. For example, supplying a window does not automatically establish who measures the opening, installs the frame or completes the surrounding waterproofing.
Ask for written confirmation of drawing preparation, measurement arrangements, sample approval, inspection, packaging, shipping coordination and installation support. Where a service is available, confirm its location, scope and cost for your project.
ICC explains how Incoterms® allocate specified delivery obligations, risks and costs; identify the agreed rule and named place. [3]
VIGOHOME’s product directory spans 24 categories. Its service overview describes sourcing, customization, inspection and consolidation. Your quotation should identify which of those products and services apply to your order.
3. Create one scope register
Use one row per item, with columns for room, item code, quantity, specification, finish, drawing reference and responsible party. Include an “excluded or supplied locally” column so an omission cannot be mistaken for an inclusion.
Review interfaces carefully: a basin must fit its vanity; a door needs compatible hardware; a cabinet must accommodate the selected appliance. Agree who checks each connection.
RICS NRM provides a measurement and cost-planning framework; agree the quantity basis used for your schedule. [4]
4. Can you start without a complete design?
Yes. An early discussion can begin with a floor plan, photographs and a room-by-room list. Treat unresolved dimensions and specifications as open decisions. An initial selection is different from a production-ready order.
Export packing lists record package details and quantities; plan how your item register will connect to shipment documents. [5]
References
- Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS). CIPS Procurement and Supply Cycle. Accessed 28 October 2026.
- National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA). Kitchen & Bath Planning Guidelines. Accessed 28 October 2026.
- International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). Incoterms® and Commercial Contracts — Incoterms® 2020. Accessed 28 October 2026.
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). NRM: New Rules of Measurement. Accessed 28 October 2026.
- International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce. Common Export Documents. Accessed 28 October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Does a whole-house package include installation?
Not automatically. A package can cover goods supply, coordination, inspection and shipping, while installation is usually handled locally. Ask for a written split of goods supplied, services included and work performed by others.
Can I buy only some categories from VIGOHOME?
Yes. The package can cover the categories you need, and products bought locally should still appear on the coordination list so interfaces and delivery timing are checked.
Can I start without a complete design?
Yes. A floor plan, photographs and a room-by-room list are enough to start a scope discussion. Treat unresolved dimensions and specifications as open decisions, not approved production data.
How do I avoid missing items in a package?
Use one scope register with a row per item, including room, code, quantity, specification, finish, drawing reference and responsible party, plus an "excluded or supplied locally" column.
Next: see what drawings and information a supplier needs for a coordinated quotation.