Metro Greenscape. Client. Design Questionnaire

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1 Metro Greenscape Client Design Questionnaire Note: The goal of this Questionnaire is to help us make your property very personalized and meet your specifications. Although our designers have years of experience and will challenge your thinking, at the end of the day, we will have failed if your property doesn t feel personalized and like an extension of you. 1

2 Design Questionnaire Name: Address: Phone #: Consultant: How did you hear about us? Have you ever had professional landscaping done? If so, what was your first experience like? What is important to you in a landscape? What do you expect from us? How long do you plan to reside here? Residential Landscape What are some positive elements to the front of your home? What are some negative elements to the front of your home? What are some positive elements to the back of your home? What are some negative elements to the back of your home? What one thing have you always wanted in your yard? What direction does your home face? ( North / South / East / West ) Please circle one Are there areas that are too shady or sunny for your liking? Is there anything that you wish to screen/block from view? Are there any privacy needs? Do you intend to take care of the landscape yourself? Do you like to work in the yard? How often do you work in the yard? Every Day 1-2 days/week 3-4 days/week Weekends only Do you have allergies? Are they severe? How often do you typically work in the garden? Every Day 1-2 days/week 3-4 days/week Weekends only Do you like seasonal color? Do you want to plant them? What about Pots, Window Boxes or Hanging Baskets? Would you like to cook w/vegetables & herbs from your garden? 2

3 Design Questionnaire (cont d.) How often do you entertain? How many people do you consider to be a: Large Medium Small party? Do you listen to music? Would you like music in your Garden or Outdoor Living space? Any plans for a pool? Do you grill a lot? Any plans for a hot tub? Do you feel that you have adequate lighting for safety & beauty? If the answer is no, where would you like to see more lighting: (check all that apply) Architecture of home Flowers Outdoor living area Paths Trees Other: Do you have children/grandchildren? Ages: What are your favorite plants? Any unfavorable plants? What are your favorite colors? What colors would you want to avoid? Do you wish to attract birds and/or butterflies? Ever consider swing set or jungle gym? Do you play games/sports in the yard? Yes No If no, would you like to? Home Style (please check one) Contemporary Colonial Country Formal Ethnic please elaborate Japanese/Chinese/Spanish/German Other Other needs (check all that apply Firewood Storage Pet Houses/Yard Barn Compost Reading/Hammock Area(s) Man Cave Woman Cave Other Total budget over 5 yrs.: Current Budget: Time frame When do you want to do this project? Additional comments: Please check all of the following elements you would like to see in your design: Walkways/Paths Fountain/Water Garden Patio/Terrace Furniture (Benches, etc.) Pots/Ornaments Deck Walls Structures (Arbors, Pergola s, etc.) Pool/Spa Outdoor Kitchen Fireplace/Fire Pit Special play area (Croquet, etc.) Lighting Irrigation 3

4 Design Questionnaire (cont d.) Do you like the sound of water in your landscape? Options Please check all that apply: Pond Fountain Wall Fountain Other please elaborate: Pond-less Waterfall Stream Bird Bath What ideas do you have for your water garden? Do you have any photos of the type of water garden/feature you are most interested in? Please check all of the following elements you would like to see in your water garden: Aquatic Plants Dramatic Lighting Fish Motion Reflection Sound Wildlife attraction (Bird/Butterfly) Statues/Figurines What type of Hardscape would you enjoy most and why? Options Please check all that apply: Pavers Stone Concrete Travertine Can guests clearly identify where to park and how to get to the front door? How much patio furniture do you have? Are you planning to purchase more? Do you need assistance from our Interior Design team? Do you normally work with a Designer or Architect? Will they be involved? How would you describe the style of patio furniture you own or plan to buy? How much space does your current patio furniture take up? Do you have a Houzz, Porch or Pinterest account that you would share with us for ideas? Do you have Photos/Items from Google or other sources that you can share? Is there a property you would like us to see for ideas? (i.e., neighbor) If yes, please let us know where: How important is re-sale to you on a scale of 1 10? And why? Are you financing this project? Would you be interested in learning about our 0% for 1 year financing? 4

5 CLIENT CHECKLIST FOR DESIGN PREPARATION Signed Design Contract Pre-paid 1 st Phase Design Completed Design Questionnaire Plot Survey (Note: If you have a plot survey in your real estate records that you could send us, this helps us greatly in ensuring an accurate drawing. Also, if your property has slope/hill then topography plan by a licensed surveyor is required.) Availability for Concept Review Mtg. Availability for discussion of changes Availability for Final Presentation Mtg. Photos of design elements you like/dislike (Note: Photos of design elements you like and dislike are helpful for our designers in determining how to best meet your design needs and budget.) NOTES: 5