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    FF&E Advisory

    Furniture, fixtures and equipment strategy that protects design intent and capex.

    FF&E decides whether a property feels considered or generic, and whether the design budget survives procurement. We advise owners, designers, and operators on FF&E strategy, specification, procurement, and value engineering — without taking supplier commissions.

    What FF&E advisory covers

    FF&E strategy aligned to the brand and operating model. Specification review and value engineering. Supplier sourcing across Asia, Australia, and Europe. Procurement and logistics oversight. Post-installation defect and lifecycle planning. We can run any stage of this independently, or coordinate the whole program.

    Why owners bring us in

    The most common pattern: a beautiful design package, an aggressive opening date, and a supplier process that quietly erodes design quality or doubles the budget. We sit between owner, designer, and procurement so the final installed product matches the original intent.

    Independence from suppliers

    We do not accept supplier commissions, kickbacks, or volume incentives. Our fee is paid by the owner. That is what allows us to recommend the right supplier for the project rather than the one paying the largest margin.

    Asset types

    Luxury hotels, resorts, retreats, branded residences, and high-end private homes. From single-villa fit-outs to multi-key resort openings.

    Cost and timeline

    Strategy and specification reviews from USD 10k. Full procurement and installation oversight is scoped per project and typically runs alongside construction for six to eighteen months.

    Frequently Asked

    Common questions

    What is FF&E consulting?

    FF&E consulting covers the strategy, specification, sourcing, and installation oversight for furniture, fixtures and equipment in hospitality and residential projects — protecting design intent and capex.

    Do you take commissions from suppliers?

    No. Our fees are paid by the owner. That independence is the point of the engagement.

    Can you value-engineer an existing FF&E package?

    Yes. Value engineering of an existing package, without compromising design intent, is one of the most common reasons owners engage us.

    Do you source in Bali specifically?

    Yes. We have a deep supplier network across Bali, Java, Vietnam, Thailand, and China, with shipping and customs partners we have worked with for years.

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    Our Clients
    “In this time she has produced a home well beyond even our greatest expectations. Her professionalism, vision and execution have been exceptional.”
    Stirling and Dee Carlsen — Private clients
    Asia Architecture Design Awards 2024 Winner
    Sundays Beach Club
    Selong Selo Resort & Residences
    FINNS Beach Club
    MGM Grand
    The Ritz-Carlton
    St. Regis
    W Hotels
    Four Seasons
    Conrad Hotels & Resorts
    Shangri-La Hotel
    InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
    Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel
    Atlantis Paradise Island
    Semara Luxury Villa Resort
    Wyndham Hotel Group
    Sheraton
    Hilton Hotels & Resorts
    Hyatt Regency
    Westin Hotels & Resorts
    The Luxury Collection
    Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas
    Aman
    Mantra
    Morris Property Group
    Amalgamated Property Group
    De Bortoli Family Winemakers

    Selected client and project relationships represented across Ros Banksia-Smith’s design career, The Interior Space and associated practices.