Client Site Questionaire

Last Name:

E-Mail:

Phone:

Address:

City:

State:

Family Members:

First Name:

Age:

Outdoor Hobbies:

First Name:

Age:

Outdoor Hobbies:

First Name:

Age:

Outdoor Hobbies:

First Name:

Age:

Outdoor Hobbies:

First Name:

Age:

Outdoor Hobbies:

Existing Site Conditions: 

Please list the current problems in the front yard which you think should be minimized or overcome in the design:

Please list the current problems in the back yard which you think should be minimized or overcome in the design:

Please list all of the positive elements and qualities of the front yard which should be retained or enhanced in the design:

Please list all of the positive elements and qualities of the back yard which should be retained or enhanced in the design:

Entertaining/Outdoor living:
This just helps us get a feel for the way you use your outdoor spaces. Place a check mark next to those activities in which you want to participate on your site. In the comments box please identify the season(s), average number of days per month, and time of day you think you would enjoy this activity.

Do you entertain large/small crowds?

Style Choose Formal Informal Both

Would you like more decking or a large patio?

Comments:

Permanent outdoor seating?

Comments:

Outdoor cooking area?

Comments:

Swimming pool or hot tub?

Comments:

Special game area or sport court?

Comments:

Outdoor lighting?

Comments:

Waterfall, Koi pond,stream, or fountain.

Comments:

How much of this area would you like in sun/shade?

Barbecuing

Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Reading   Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Eating

Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Talking   Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Talking

Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Sunning   Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Entertain 6 or less guests

Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Bird Watching

Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Gardening Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Annuals

Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Perrenials Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Vegetables

Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Basketball Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Throw football/baseball

Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Volleyball Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Desired Site Characteristics:
Considering your lifestyle, what feeling or moods do you want to establish? (formal/informal, open/wooded, natural/exotic, Oriental, English country…)

Materials:
Please list the types of materials you like most for pavements, fences, walls, etc.

Do you have specific plant preferences and colors? (list separately if needed).

Please list the plants or colors to avoid or minimize on your site.

Miscellaneous:
Are there any allergies or other medical conditions which should be considered?

Do you have any pets that might require a special area or run?

Do you live in a development where there are any covenants we should be aware of? Architectural review boards or HOA?

Maintenance:
How many hours a week are you willing to work on your property?

Will you be hiring out the maintenance chores? Choose Yes No

Do you have or desire an irrigation system for automatic watering? Choose Yes No

Comments:

Utility:
Where will you place your garbage cans?

Do you need an outdoor storage shed? Choose Yes No

Compost area? Choose Yes No Future outbuildings? Choose Yes No

Greenhouse Choose Yes No Barn Choose Yes No  

Do you want a specific play area? Choose Yes No

Is the driveway adequate in size for the cars in the family? Choose Yes No

Is there adequate parking for guests? Choose Yes No

Comments:

Budget:
Please identify the amount you would be willing to spend on your site.This could be annually or total. We often break down projects into phases. This helps us design to fit within your budget and still accomplish your goals. If you don’t really know what your budget might be, even rough numbers help with a target. We can always revisit preliminary estimates and explore different options. We just don’t want to design something that might be twice what you wanted to invest in the project.
Budget     Choose Total Annually