Artisan Furniture Faceoff

Your meticulously planned $15,000 statement piece has arrived as an unrecognizable 'artistic interpretation.' The renowned artisan, known for ego-driven disputes, is refusing modifications while threatening legal action over your payment hold. Time is running out as your home staging deadline approaches.

Challenges

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Difficulty

B1-B2

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Scenario Overview

Your Role

High-end interior designer with reputation on the line

Conversation Partner

Marcus Vale, Master Craftsman

Setting

Modern industrial workshop bathed in harsh overhead lighting, surrounded by half-finished luxury furniture pieces

Location

Exclusive artisan district, Vale Custom Furnishings Studio

Learning Objectives

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Negotiate modification of the furniture piece without paying additional fees

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Document the conversation for potential legal proceedings

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Maintain professional composure while addressing the deviation from specifications

About This Scenario

How It Starts

“Ah, the 'concerned' client arrives. *continues sanding a piece, not looking up* I assume you're here about my evolutionary interpretation of your... rather pedestrian original concept?”

This is how Marcus Vale, Master Craftsman's greeting will start.

Practice Details

Scenario ID

#915

What You'll Get

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