Shared spaces

Entrance & foyer

Initial draftUpdated 13 August 2026Approved for Site publication (working draft)

Context and Design Intent

  • Create a compact, uncluttered arrival zone with accessible daily storage, seating, privacy and airflow.
  • This file is the authoritative requirements record for this area. The initial draft extracts known points from 10 - Requirements/00 - Renovation Discussion Summary.md; later merges must follow 02 - AI Collaboration Rules.md.

Non-Negotiables

  • FOY-NN-002 — Provide convenient storage for daily bags, including the school bag and handbag.
  • FOY-NN-004 — Provide a smart lock and wired or PoE-compatible video doorbell.

Strongly Preferred

  • FOY-SP-001 — Provide a compact shoe cabinet with a seat for putting on and removing shoes.
  • FOY-SP-003 — Integrate or neatly conceal the distribution board while retaining easy access.

Decisions Outstanding

  • FOY-DO-006 — Decide the main door and gate arrangement that balances privacy, airflow and security.
Detailed requirements and coordination

Subject to Feasibility

  • FOY-SF-005 — Resolve the entrance floor drop to improve accessibility and robot-vacuum movement.

Questions for the Interior Designer

  • What must be stored or dropped off immediately upon entering?
  • How many pairs of shoes need daily versus long-term storage?
  • What level of visual privacy is preferred when the timber door is open?

Whole-Home Coordination

  • Refer to 10 - Requirements/01 - Whole-Home Systems Requirements.md for shared electrical, network, plumbing, AC, accessibility and service-access requirements.