Consultation Questionnaire

Home Office Design Questionnaire

Help us understand how you work, what your current office is missing, and what your ideal workspace would look and feel like. The more you share, the better we can design an office that truly supports the way you live and work.

Scroll to begin · 7 sections

Section One

Your Information

Let's start with the basics. We'll keep your details confidential.

First Name*

Last Name*

Address

City

State

Zip Code

Email*

Phone

Section Two

Project Background

A little context about your home and household.

1. Have you ever remodeled before?

Yes No

2. How long do you plan on living in your current home?

Less than two years 2–5 years 5–10 years 10+ years

3. How old is your home?

In the planning stages 2–5 years 5–15 years 15–25 years 25+ years

4. Predominant architectural style of your home

e.g. Craftsman, Contemporary, Federal, Georgian, Queen Anne, Saltbox, Split Level

5. My household consists of

One adult Two adults Adults and children under age 18 Adults and children of multiple ages Multiple generations under one roof

Section Three

Who Uses Your Home Office

Help us understand who will be working in this space and any special needs to consider.

6. Who uses this home office?

Select all that apply

Home-based business owner Domestic CEO House manager Students Hired help

Other

7. Does anyone using this home office have physical or cognitive challenges?

Select all that apply

Joint or back issues Use mobility device Visual impairment Hearing loss Memory loss Left-handed living in a right-handed world Chemical sensitivity Respiratory issues Diagnosed auto-immune disease Diagnosis of progressive/degenerative disease

Section Four

Your Current Home Office

How the space works today — what serves you and what falls short.

8. My current home office is…

In a quiet, private area away from household traffic In a high-traffic area of the home Somewhat private but still accessible to household activity

9. Is your current home office organized to your satisfaction?

Yes No

10. Are there any ergonomic challenges with your current home office setup?

Select all that apply

Poor desk height Inadequate seating Monitor position causing neck strain Keyboard or mouse causing wrist strain Poor lighting causing eye strain Lack of storage causing clutter None

11. What do you like most about your current home office?

12. What do you like least about your current home office?

Section Five

Your Dream Home Office

The activities, configuration, and amenities that would make this space truly yours.

13. What activities would you like your home office to facilitate?

Select all that apply

Business or client meetings Video conferencing Writing / Publishing Research and reading Bookkeeping and financial management Phone calls Online teaching or tutoring Creative work and design Homework supervision

Other

14. What is your ideal home office configuration?

Closed room with interior door only Closed room with interior and exterior door Niche or furniture piece in family room or bonus room Dedicated desk in kitchen or laundry room Detached building / over garage

15. My dream home office would have the following amenities…

Mark all that apply

Desk Ample counter space Drafting table Filing drawers Shelving for books, knick-knacks, photographs, etc. Closed cabinetry Open shelving Designated printing area with storage for ink and paper supplies A coat rack Ample electrical outlets / charging station Kitchenette Beverage fridge Television Sound system

Other

Section Six

Design & Style Preferences

The aesthetic vocabulary that speaks to you.

16. Do you have a particular design style in mind?

Traditional Transitional Contemporary Country Craftsman Coastal Eclectic Industrial / Steam Punk Asian Zen Scandinavian

Other

17. What type of door do you have in mind?

Solid wood door French doors with glass panels Glass panel door Barn or sliding door Pocket door No door — open concept

18. What type of cabinetry do you have in mind?

Undecided Painted High Presure Laminate Wood Combination of painted and wood Raised panel doors / drawers Recessed panel doors / drawers Slab panel doors / drawers

Other

19. What type of countertop do you have in mind?

Leather Engineered stone (quartz) Quarried stone (granite, marble, etc.) Wood

Other

20. What type of flooring do you have in mind?

Hardwood Engineered wood Tile Linoleum Carpet Cork

Other

21. Do you have / want access to outdoor space?

Yes, I have it. I don't have it but would like it. No, I don't have it or need it.

22. How important is sound abatement?

Very Mildly Not important at all.

Section Seven

Project Fundamentals

The practical pieces — technology, utilities, budget, and timing.

23. Would you like built-in charging ports incorporated into your cabinetry or desk?

Yes No

24. Do you have a dedicated area in mind for a video conferencing background?

e.g. a Zoom backdrop wall or styled bookshelf

Yes No

25. Do you desire to have any “Smart Home Technology” features?

Voice or remote activated — select all that apply

Not Applicable Charging station Security Heating / cooling Lighting controls Music Window blinds Wi-Fi connected appliances

Other

26. Tell us about the lighting in your home office

Does your home office receive adequate natural light?

Yes No

Is the current artificial lighting adequate?

Yes No

27. Utility Information

Electrical panel location

Generator

Yes No Portable Hard wired

Crawl space access location

Attic access location

28. What is your home office construction budget (pre-tax)?

$15-$25 $25-$40 $40+

29. How involved would you like to be in the design process?

I have certain needs/desires that I want the designer to incorporate into my home office I am challenged by this task and would prefer to relegate my time to choosing the colors and textures for my home office

30. When it comes to the design features and finishes, would you prefer to…

Have the designer opine on materials selected only when asked specifically Receive input on the pros and cons of each material selected prior to purchase

31. What is your target date to start your project?

Design Phase

Construction Phase

32. What would you like to achieve with this consulting experience?

Select all that apply

Increase the efficiency and organization of my home office. Learn more about Universal Design products and features for people of all abilities. Learn more about sustainable design features and building products. Ability to articulate my project's goal, objectives, needs and desires to prospective builders in an effort to develop realistic project estimates and minimize change orders.

33. What stood out about our company that led you to contact us?

Home Office Design Questionnaire

Your Information

Project Background

Who Uses Your Home Office

Your Current Home Office

Your Dream Home Office

Design & Style Preferences

Project Fundamentals

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