For us, Good design begins with asking the right questions. . . . .

Feel free to engage with the questions below to see if they reveal any truths for you.

And if and when we work together, we can get right to work on the design.

How we listen…

Pre-Design Questionnaire

Expand a section to see its description and prompts. Fill in what you can and submit when ready and it is sent to your email. (You can choose if we get a copy)

▸Main Objectives
Designing and building a home for yourself is a privilege but also a challenge. These prompts are about first principles — the Who, the What, and the Why.
▸The Site
A house that relates positively to its surroundings often has a connection with sun orientation, views, and breezes. Other factors of the surroundings make a place into a home.
▸The Outdoors
Your relationship to the outdoors influences how we shape your home. We work with “prospect” (open outlooks) and “refuge” (sheltered areas). The right balance creates spaces that feel both connected to nature and protected.
▸The Indoors
The interior arrangement of a home establishes relationships among occupants. Prospect means openness and light; refuge means comfort and privacy.
▸Primary Bedroom
The bedroom is your personal sanctuary. We’re interested in light, privacy, comfort, and how you use this space.
▸Primary Bathroom
Functional and indulgent — your preferences influence layout, materials, and daily routines.
▸Kitchen
The kitchen is often the heart of the home — gathering, nourishment, and ritual.
▸Dining
Dining is a social and spatial experience.
▸Family Space
Everyday life unfolds here — games, conversations, lounging.
▸Living Room
A space for hosting or reflection.
▸Bedrooms
Beyond sleep, bedrooms can be places for study, play, retreat.
▸Library / Study
For reading, focus, or storage of ideas.
▸Special Pieces & Art
Unique objects tell your story — art, furniture, heirlooms.
▸Home Office
If work happens at home, even occasionally, dedicated space matters.
▸Domestic Help / Nannies / Aging in Place
▸Laundry
Efficient, discreet, and integrated into your routines.
▸Garage & Storage
Planning for movement, storage, and tools.
▸Mechanical
Comfort and sustainability start with systems you don’t always see.
▸Electrical
Lighting, power, and smart systems shape daily life.
▸Exterior Materials
The exterior expresses identity and durability.
▸Interior Materials
Daily textures and finishes define how your home feels.
▸Financial
Budget clarity guides good decisions.