DESIGN QUESTIONNAIRE

At The No Rules Home, we understand that your home is a reflection of your personality and lifestyle. Together with your inspiration and our knowledge, we will create a space you will love.

It is important to gather information about your lifestyle, needs and wants in order to make this dream a reality.

Please take a few minutes to answer the following questions in as much detail as possible.

Contact Information
Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Phone*
Email*
About Your Project
Please list the rooms you would like to work on and indicate how each room is used (or how you would like to use it). *
What do you like the most/least about this space?
Which of the following services best describes what you are looking for?
- I just need inspiration for how my room could look all put together, but I enjoy finding items myself and adding my own touches
- I would like a comprehensive design plan done for me, with products pre-selected. But I would like to manage order and installing myself.
- I don’t have the time nor skill to create the warm comfortable home of my dreams. Please do it for me!
Family Details
How long do you plan on staying in this home? (Once you know this, you can figure out how much time and money you really want to pit into any type of design.)
Who are the decision makers?
Who lives in your home and what are their ages? (This is not a trick question. Do you have children that will be off to college soon or an elderly parent living with you that has a need for grab bars?)
Do you have pets? (This really makes you think about the types of finishes you want to install, furniture to purchase and whether they are adequate for those furry friends in your life.) Write down what might be a questionable choice.
Do you or the people using this space have allergies?
- Yes
- No
Life Style
Do you entertain quite a bit? (Do you currently have room for this, or do you need to reallocate space for this purpose?) If so, what do you need to include so entertaining becomes easier?
Do you travel often? If so, what types of things do you like to bring back?
Your Home and Tastes
What is the current architectural style of your home? (Is your home modern? Then perhaps a farm house style might look out of place as a design style to choose.)
UntitWhat style would you like to see in your home after we redesign it? (If you don't know, we'll figure it out!) Check all that appeal to you.led
- Contemporary
- Rustic/Farm House
- Old World/Tuscan
- Eclectic/Collected
- Traditional
- Modern
- French Country
- Transitional
- Other
If you chose "other" in the previous question, please describe what that would be.
Are you more casual or formal?
Write a list of your family's regular activities. (Does Joey like to do puzzles in the living room, or does Suzy like to paint in the kitchen? Finding out if you need to make rooms dual purpose or where to relocate these activities helps you see how you want to use your space.)
Do you have a favorite piece of furniture or artwork you absolutely love? (Maybe we can use this as a starting point for your design.)
Is there a public place that you like? (Think hotel, museum, even a TV show set.)
What mood do you want to create overall? Check all that apply.
- Elegant/Formal
- Sophisticated
- Worldly
- Cozy
- Casual/Relaxed
- Lively/Bright
- Cool/Understated
- Romantic
- Contemporary
- Welcoming
- Spacious
What are our favorite colors? What colors do you dislike? Please also consider the likes/dislikes of your family members.
Does everyone in your home have the same design taste?
- Yes
- No, but we are similar and work well together.
- No, we are polar opposites. But we will figure out how to reconcile our differences. (Blind ballot, coin toss, majority vote...😉)
Are there patterns or fabrics you prefer? Check all that apply.
- Solid
- Stripe
- Mini-pattern
- Bold-pattern
- Satin
- Plaid
- Paisley
- Chintz
- Abstract
- Damask
- Bird/Animal Print
- Floral Prints
- Geometric
- Tapestry
- Textured
- Leather
- Velvet
- Chenille
Are you comfortable considering wallpaper?
- Yes
- No
Do you like accent walls? Using paint, wallpaper, or wood.
- Yes
- No
- Maybe
Where do you shop for home furnishings and accessories?
Window Treatments
Which of the following do you require for your space? Check all that apply.
- Privacy
- Light Control
- Decorative Only
- Blackout
Which of the following do you prefer? Check all that apply
- Blinds
- Shutters
- Drapery
- Sheers
- Shades
Rugs and Floor Coverings
What type of rugs do you prefer? Check all that apply.
- Hand knotted Persian, Tibetan, Oriental
- Reproduction
- Antique
- Hook
- Machine Made Reproductions
- Needlepoint
- Sisal
Artwork
Do you have pieces of art you want to use in the design?
What type of subject matter do you prefer? Check all that apply.
- Landscape
- Abstract
- Portrait
- Pop Culture
- Still Life
- Florals
- Nautical
- Animals
What medium do you prefer? Check all that apply.
- Oil on Canvas
- Mixed Media
- Meta
- Wood
- Sculpture
- Art Glass Stone
- Works on paper framed with glass
Design Project and Investment
It is up to you to establish the priorities, investment and timeline. I make every effort to work quickly, effectively, appropriately and within a spending plan.
What is your preferred time frame for having this project complete?
How do you hope to have the project finished?
- All at once
- In stages
How much are you going to invest in this project? (Please add 20% to this figure to cover incidentals that tend to pop up.)
- Up to $5000
- $5000-$8000
- $8000- $12000
- $12000- $15000
- $15000+
What is more important to you?
- The budget
- The result
Miscellaneous
Have you worked with a designer/decorator before?
- Yes
- No
If you have worked with a designer/decorator before, how was your experience?
What else would you like me to know?
Homework
Creating a Pinterest Board or Houzz Idea Book will be incredibly valuable to me so you can communicate your design tastes. A picture is really valuable! No matter how different the picture may seem I can find the common thread you are attracted to and bring that to the project.
What will you be providing? (Please email me link when you have them completed: amie@thenoruleshome.com)
- Pinterest Board
- Houzz Idea Book
- Both
May we add you to our monthly email where we share design trends and latest projects? (We never share your email, ever.)
- Yes
- No
You did it!
Thank you for taking the time to complete this questionnaire. I look forward to working with you to create a space you love!

Hi there! I'm Amie.

I’m an interior decorator, blogger and enthusiastic DIYer. I help turn uncertainty into confident curation, breaking through preconceived rules of design to create a home you will love.

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DESIGN QUESTIONNAIRE

Contact Information

About Your Project

Family Details

Life Style

Your Home and Tastes

Window Treatments

Rugs and Floor Coverings

Artwork

Design Project and Investment

Miscellaneous

Homework

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DESIGN QUESTIONNAIRE

Contact Information

About Your Project

Family Details

Life Style

Your Home and Tastes

Window Treatments

Rugs and Floor Coverings

Artwork

Design Project and Investment

Miscellaneous

Homework

You did it!

Hi there! I'm Amie.

Thank you for subscribing!

WORK WITH ME

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