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ways to achieve a beautiful
space and life is better when
we are inspired by our
surroundings.”
Design in a Binder
Questionnaire & Instructions
Welcome to Design in a Binder!
I am so pleased you have chosen this exciting
new option in interior design and can’t wait to
create a beautiful new room just for you. In
the following pages, you will find a Client
Questionnaire along with step-by-step
instructions on how to measure your room and submit pictures.
Please complete the questionnaire and follow the instructions
provided. Then return the information requested via e-mail or U.S.
mail. I’ll then contact you for a telephone design consultation and
begin designing your space.
If you have any questions or concerns while completing the
requested information, just give me a call at (214) 641-7897 or send
me an e-mail at Barbara@barbaragilbertinteriors.com. Remember,
my staff and I are here for you every step of the way.
Thank you for choosing Barbara Gilbert Interiors for your design
needs. We respect your trust and look forward to making you
happy!
Sincerely,
Barbara Gilbert
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Client Questionnaire
Name: _______________________________________________ Date:___________________________
Address: _________________________________ _____________________________________________
Phone: _______________________________ Email:_________________________________________
1) What room(s) will we be designing?
2) What is the function of this room? How will it be used?
3) What is your primary purpose for hiring an interior decorator? For
example, do you wish to make your home more beautiful, more functional or
both?
4) How many people live in your home?
5) Do you have any children? If so, what are their ages and gender?
6) Do you have pets? If so, what kind and how many?
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7) In what year was your home built?
8) How important is comfort compared to appearance to you?
9) Do you entertain often?
10) What is the overall look you want for your room; elegant, casual, cozy, or
fun?
11) Do you like to kick back and even put your feet on the furniture?
12) Will you really “live” in this room and spend a lot of time in it?
13) What type of flooring would you prefer for this room? For example,
carpet, wood or tile flooring?
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14) What type of window treatments do you prefer? For example, blinds,
drapes, shades or shutters?
15) What are your color preferences? Please check all that apply.
____neutrals _____warm tones (yellows, reds) ____cool tones (blues, greens)
____whites _____pales _____bold/deep tones
other_________________________
16) What is your decorating style? For example, do you prefer traditional,
cottage, modern, French country or another design style? (Note: please see
pages 7-10 for assistance answering this question.)
17) Which wood tone do you prefer; light, dark or medium?
18) What is your favorite furniture/home décor store?
19) Do you like painted furniture?
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20) Please list the furniture that you will be keeping.
21) How much money do you plan to invest in this room?
22) Is there any other information you would like us to know about you or
your home?
23) Are there any patterns (stripes, dots etc). that you really dislike?
24) What color walls are in the hall/room that are visible from the room we
are decorating?
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Interior Design Styles
The following pictures are examples of a few interior design styles. Please
circle the name of the style(s) you are most drawn to and place an “X” through
any style you dislike.
Traditional
Modern
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French Country
Cottage
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Rustic
Transitional
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Eclectic
Images: House Beautiful
What did you like about the style(s) you circled?
What did you dislike about the style(s) you crossed out?
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Color Preferences
Please review the following color samples and circle the colors you like and
place an “X” through the colors you dislike. This will give us some idea of your
color preferences. These colors are for guidance purposes only.
Blues
Greens
Reds
Yellows
Browns
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Which color family did you like the best and why?
Which color family did you like the least and why?
Did you find yourself drawn to more dark or light colors?
What color do you see the most when you look at the clothes in your closet?
What color do you feel the best wearing?
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Taking Measurements
Materials needed:
1) Pen or pencil 2) Paper 3) Tape Measure
Step 1
Draw a rough sketch of your room. No artistic talent needed! Just try to get an
accurate shape and show the locations of all the architectural features, such as
doors, windows, closets, and built-ins.
Step 2
Measure the length of each wall and note it on your drawing.
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Step 3
Break the wall measurement down into individual measurements. For
example, measure from the wall to the door, then measure the width of the
door, next measure from the door to the next opening (i.e., window, built-in)
or end point (i.e., wall). Note each measurement on your drawing.
Step 4
Add up all the individual measurements. This number should match the
overall length you measured in Step 1. If the measurement doesn’t match,
double check your measurements.
Step 5
Repeat the same process for every wall in your room.
Other measurements needed:
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Ceiling heights
Window heights and the height of any clearance space below
Door heights
Built-in heights
Location of light fixture and height from bottom of fixture to floor
Location of light switches (indicate with an “X”) and electrical outlets
(indicate with an “O”)
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Pictures
Pictures may be sent digitally by e-mail or in print format by mail.
 Take pictures of the entire room from as many angles as possible.
Pictures of all light fixtures and architectural features, such as doors,
windows and built-ins, should be included.
 Take pictures of any existing furniture or accessories you would like us
to incorporate into the design.
 Take pictures of any furniture or accessories that have caught your eye
at a local retailer.
 Also include any magazine images of home décor that you like. This will
help us determine your style and preferences.
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