Sampling, Specification & Procurement

Envoy helps project teams move from ideas to installed solutions by bringing structure to sampling, specification and procurement. We work alongside designers, architects and clients to curate materials, confirm performance requirements and coordinate sourcing so that every chosen product supports the design vision, budget and delivery program.

Talk to us about sampling, specification and procurement
Simplifying the path from selection to delivery.

Helping teams make informed decisions through clarity, material expertise and coordinated sourcing

The success of any workplace project relies on selecting the right products, finishes and materials. These decisions affect aesthetics, durability, acoustic performance, brand expression and long-term usability. Envoy’s sampling, specification and procurement service supports designers, architects and clients with clear and structured guidance at every stage of the selection process.

We help transform design intent into a fully resolved specification by providing hands-on sampling, technical insight, cost clarity and coordinated global sourcing. This ensures that every selected item aligns with the functional needs of the space, the design vision and the practical realities of commercial environments.

Talk to our Sampling and Procurement team
Sampling and Specification
Putting real materials in front of your project team

Hands-on sampling to support confident selection

Seeing, touching and comparing materials is essential when designing high-performance workplaces. Envoy provides samples, swatches, finish boards and physical materials so designers and clients can confidently evaluate colour, texture, reflectivity, durability and acoustic behaviour.

Our sampling support includes:

  • fabric and upholstery collections
  • acoustic surface samples
  • Enscribe glass colour swatches
  • timber and laminate finishes
  • metalwork and powdercoat options
  • pod and furniture finish selections
  • custom surface samples for bespoke items

We also arrange showroom visits, mockup installations, and on-site comparison sessions to help stakeholders visualise how materials perform within the context of the broader design

Arrange sampling support for your project
Specification support that connects design and delivery

Specification guidance that strengthens design intent

Workplace specifications often involve navigating a wide range of brands, performance criteria, lead times and compliance requirements. Envoy provides detailed guidance to help design teams assess product suitability and maintain alignment with overall design goals.
We support project teams by:

  • advising on finish combinations that enhance design cohesion
  • explaining durability categories and commercial-grade certifications
  • validating acoustic and functional needs
  • advising on pod and furniture suitability for intended spaces
  • providing technical documentation, measurements and installation requirements
  • highlighting long-term maintenance and lifecycle considerations
  • identifying opportunities to simplify or streamline FF&E packages

Our goal is to help teams make informed decisions that look great on paper and perform exceptionally in use.

Discuss your workplace specification needs
Sourcing the right products from a trusted global network

Procurement clarity from local and global suppliers

Envoy manages procurement across a trusted network of Australian and international suppliers. Our relationships with partners in Europe, Asia and the United States allow us to source high-quality products with transparency on cost, lead time, compliance and logistics.
Our procurement service includes:

  • consolidated ordering and supplier coordination
  • cost planning and value engineering
  • quality checks and pre-delivery inspections
  • end-to-end freight management
  • customs and import coordination where required
  • clear forecasting for lead times and installation sequencing
  • alignment with building access requirements and site constraints

By managing the complexity of procurement, we reduce pressure on design teams and client-side project managers, ensuring products arrive on time and in the correct specification.

Talk to us about procurement for your project
Protecting programs, budgets and design outcomes

Reducing risk through detailed review and coordination

Workspace projects often face challenges caused by unclear specifications, outdated information or mismatched finishes. Envoy mitigates these risks through careful review of documentation, early confirmation of finishes, and clear communication with all suppliers involved in the project.

We monitor product changes, manufacturer updates, compatibility issues and discontinued items to ensure the specification remains achievable. This reduces the likelihood of late substitutions, delays or unwanted surprises during installation.

Talk to us about our Consultancy services
Testing ideas in the real world before you commit

Support for mockups, prototypes and project approvals

For complex or high-visibility project elements, Envoy can arrange mockups, prototypes or partial installations to assist with stakeholder approval. These sessions allow clients to test ergonomics, review finishes, assess acoustic behaviour and validate functional requirements before final commitment.

Organise a mockup or prototype session
Structured support from first samples to final orders

Bringing clarity to every step of the selection process

Envoy’s sampling, specification and procurement service provides structure and knowledge to a complex stage of workplace projects. Our hands-on approach helps teams make confident design decisions that align with budget, performance expectations and overall design intent.

Start a conversation about your next workplace project
A simple way to get expert help on your next fitout

Request samples or a specification review

Contact our team to request samples, organise a finish consultation or arrange a detailed specification review for your next workplace project.

Request samples or a specification review

Latest news and insights from the Envoy team

Stay up to date with Envoy

Receive our monthly briefing on the office furniture industry and find out what’s latest and greatest from our suppliers and our team.