GGA pre-design questionnaire
As you consider these questions, keep a few things in mind:
Keep the end goal in mind, this questionnaire is to establish the desired lifestyle goals of your home.
Give qualitative (not quantitative) information. It's best to start with questions, not answers; that's the best way to get to the heart of the matter and reduce the risk of missing the real issues. There's always more than one way to resolve a problem or create an outcome. If this is hard, list what you like or don’t like in your house or in a place you used to live (and why you felt that way), or describe something you have seen at someone else’s house. Give examples.
Celebrate differences of opinion. If there are differences of opinions amongst members of your household, document all of them. That way you can address everyone’s concerns and create something that works for everyone.
Don’t try to solve all of your problems, just express your desires, even if they seem at odds with each other or impossible to obtain. Problem-solving comes later in the process.
Don’t be afraid to think about what your “perfect world” would be like. Getting a clear picture of your dream home will help you (and us) to attain it.
Try to anticipate future needs or changes. Think about the details that would accommodate you and your family now and for years to come.
Find examples of homes you like. Consider images of particular details that you like or ones that create a good mood or feeling, and maybe pictures that you are simply drawn to. The easiest way to organize and share ideas is with Houzz or Pinterest.
Don't feel compelled to answer every question. If a question is not relevant to your situation, just skip it.