appoint
This term carries a strong sense of officiality and authority. When used regarding people, it implies a top-down selection process rather than an election or a casual choice, often associated with government, corporate boards, or legal mandates. In the context of physical spaces, the word shifts from a selection process to a descriptive state of preparation. It describes the quality and arrangement of furnishings, often implying a level of luxury or specific functional intent, as seen in descriptions of high-end interiors.
Meanings
To officially choose someone for a job or a position of responsibility.
"The board decided to appoint a new chief executive officer to lead the company."
To fix or agree upon a specific time, date, or place for an event to occur.
"They appointed a time and place for the meeting to take place next Tuesday."