A room-by-room checklist for documenting an existing interior before design begins. Capture dimensions, levels, openings, services, fixed elements, access and photographic evidence so your drawings start from reliable site information instead of assumptions.
Measure the space. Record the constraints. Photograph everything.
Site survey fundamentals
Record enough information that you do not need to guess later.
A site survey is more than room lengths and widths. It is the existing-condition record that informs planning, technical drawings, specifications, procurement and installation. Critical or concealed conditions should still be verified by the appropriate surveyor, engineer or MEP professional where required.
Survey kit
Laser measureRoom dimensions and ceiling heights.
Tape measureReveals, frames and smaller details.
CameraRooms, services, labels and existing condition.
Plan + notesBase drawing, sketches and annotations.
01 · Before the visit
02 · Overall building + orientation
03 · Room dimensions
04 · Doors + windows
05 · Ceilings + levels
06 · Electrical, plumbing + HVAC
07 · Existing finishes + condition
08 · Joinery + fixed elements
09 · Access + delivery
10 · Photography
11 · Kitchens + bathrooms
12 · Immediately after the survey
13 · Final survey QA
A good survey prevents expensive assumptions.
Capture every existing condition that could change the design, drawing, cost, order or installation — and clearly flag anything that still needs specialist verification.