New Client Questionnaire — Your Virtual Decorator

01

Client Information

Name *

Email *

Phone / WhatsApp

Project address or general location

Time zone

Preferred days / times for a video consultation

Best way to contact you

EmailPhoneText / WhatsAppVideo call

02

Project Overview

Which room or rooms are we working on? (select all that apply)

Is this a new space or an existing space you want to refresh?

What is the main goal for this space?

What is not working in the space right now?

What do you love about the space right now?

03

Room Use and Lifestyle

Who uses this room most often? (select all that apply)

How do you want the room to feel? (select all that apply)

How will the room be used?

Are there any practical needs we should consider? (select all that apply)

04

Design Style

Which styles do you naturally gravitate toward? (select all that apply)

Describe your personal style in your own words

Are there any styles you dislike or want to avoid?

Please share links to any Pinterest boards, Houzz ideabooks, Instagram saves, or inspiration images

05

Color Preferences

What colors do you love?

What colors do you dislike?

Do you prefer: (select all that apply)

Are there any existing colors that must stay? (wall color, flooring, tile, cabinets, countertops, rugs, upholstery)

Are you open to painting?

06

Existing Furniture and Items to Keep

What pieces must stay in the room? (furniture, rugs, artwork, lighting, family pieces, antiques, sentimental items)

What pieces can be removed or replaced?

Are there any pieces you would like us to design around?

Do you have any furniture dimensions? (list or describe)

07

Measurements, Photos, and Floor Plan

Room length

Room width

Ceiling height

Window and door locations / dimensions

Do you have a floor plan, builder plan, real estate plan, or sketch?

YesNoI can sketch one

Are there any fixed elements we need to work around? (fireplace, TV location, outlets, radiators, built-ins, HVAC, plumbing, ceiling beams)

08

Budget

What is your estimated budget for this room, excluding design fees?

Does this budget include: (select all that apply)

Where would you prefer to invest the most?

Where would you prefer to save?

Are you comfortable purchasing items online?

09

Timeline

When would you like to start?

Is there a deadline or event we should know about? (guests arriving, holidays, rental listing date, moving date)

How quickly do you want the final design package?

As soon as possible2–3 weeks4–6 weeksFlexible

Are you planning to implement the design all at once or in phases?

All at onceIn phasesDepends on budgetNot sure

10

Shopping and Sourcing Preferences

Which retailers or sources do you like?

Which retailers or sources do you want to avoid?

Are you open to: (select all that apply)

Do you have any delivery limitations? (rural location, stairs, narrow doorways, international shipping)

11

Function, Layout, and Storage

What activities must the room support?

Do you need more storage?

YesNoMaybe

What needs to be stored in this room?

Are there any layout problems? (awkward traffic flow, too much furniture, poor lighting, unused corners)

How many people should the room comfortably seat or serve?

12

Lighting

How is the natural light in the room?

What lighting do you currently have? (select all that apply)

Are you open to changing or adding lighting?

YesNoMaybePlug-in options only

13

Final Design Preferences

What deliverables would be most helpful to you? (select all that apply)

How involved do you want to be in the design process?

I want lots of optionsI want a clear recommendationI want to approve major items onlyI want help narrowing choicesI want the designer to take the lead

How do you usually make design decisions?

14

Anything Else?

What would make this project feel successful to you?

Is there anything you are worried about?

Anything else we should know before designing your space?

New Client Questionnaire.