Client Style Questionnaire for Small Open Concept Apartment
- Alyssa Jacoby
- Oct 7, 2025
- 5 min read
Please complete this form so I can learn your style, routines, and finish preferences. Answer the prompts directly and mark checkboxes or write short responses where indicated.
If it doesn't relate to your project, skip it.
1. Project Basics
Full name
Preferred contact email
Preferred phone or WhatsApp number
Apartment size in sq ft or number of rooms
Project goal choose one or more
[ ] Full refresh
[ ] New furniture and styling
[ ] Space planning only
[ ] Kitchen refresh
[ ] Bathroom refresh
[ ] Joinery or built-ins
[ ] Other write below
Other goal details short answer
2. Lifestyle and Use
Who lives here and typical household count and ages
Daily routines that affect design brief short answer
Entertaining habits choose one
[ ] Rarely
[ ] Monthly dinner parties 4–8 guests
[ ] Regular hosting 8+ guests
[ ] Frequent casual drop-ins
Work from home frequency choose one
[ ] Never
[ ] Occasionally
[ ] Part time 2–3 days/week
[ ] Full time
Pets and relevant needs list species, size, habits
3. Visual Style Preferences
Which words best describe the look you want choose up to 4
[ ] Calm minimal
[ ] Cozy layered
[ ] Playful colourful
[ ] Modern sleek
[ ] Warm vintage
[ ] Maximalist eclectic
[ ] Scandi natural
[ ] Industrial
[ ] Glamorous
Inspiration sources list up to 3 links or short notes
Favourite materials choose up to 4
[ ] Natural wood
[ ] Matte painted surfaces
[ ] Polished stone or marble
[ ] Engineered quartz
[ ] Terrazzo
[ ] Metal accents brass or black
[ ] Velvet or boucle textiles
Patterns and textures you like choose any
[ ] Subtle veining
[ ] Graphic geometrics
[ ] Herringbone or chevron
[ ] Fluting or ribbed textures
[ ] Organic, tactile textures
4. Colour Preferences
Neutral base preference choose one
[ ] Warm white or cream
[ ] Soft greige
[ ] Cool light gray
Accent tone preference choose one or two
[ ] Muted teal
[ ] Dusty rose
[ ] Forest green
[ ] Terracotta or burnt sienna
[ ] Mustard or gold
[ ] Navy or deep blue
Metals preference choose one
[ ] Matte black
[ ] Aged brass
[ ] Polished chrome or nickel
Any colours to avoid list briefly
5. Finishes and Materials Preferences
Flooring preference choose one
[ ] Engineered wood light oak look
[ ] Porcelain wood-look planks
[ ] Large-format porcelain tile
Countertop preference choose one
[ ] Engineered quartz neutral
[ ] Bookmatched porcelain slab
[ ] Butcher block island top
Backsplash preference choose one
[ ] Subway tile running bond
[ ] Full-slab or bookmatch
[ ] Small mosaic accent
Cabinet style preference choose one
[ ] Painted shaker or slab
[ ] Veneer continuous-grain wood
[ ] Fluted or textured fronts
Cabinet colour preference choose one
[ ] Warm white
[ ] Mid greige
[ ] Deep colour island choose below
Island accent colour short answer
Vanity preference for bathroom choose one
[ ] Wall-mounted floating vanity
[ ] Furniture-style vanity with legs
[ ] Built-in full-height joinery
Shower style preference choose one
[ ] Glass panel shower stall
[ ] Alcove tub with shower
[ ] Wet-room style
Do you want upgraded features check all that apply
[ ] Underfloor heating
[ ] Integrated appliance panels
[ ] Body jets in shower
[ ] Freestanding tub
[ ] Motorized blinds or drapery
6. Storage and Built-in Priorities
Rank these 1 highest to 5 lowest for your apartment: closet storage, pantry, media storage, work-from-home storage, entry storage
Must-have built-ins list (e.g., full-height pantry, entry bench with shoe storage)
Open shelving tolerance choose one
[ ] Love open shelving for styling
[ ] Limited open shelving OK if curated
[ ] Prefer closed storage for calm
7. Furniture Style and Comfort
Sofa profile preference choose one
[ ] Low modern sleek
[ ] Plush deep seating
[ ] Modular sectional
Dining solution preference choose one
[ ] Peninsula with stools
[ ] Small dining table 2–4
[ ] Extendable table for guests
Bed solution for studio sleeping choose one
[ ] Sofa bed or daybed
[ ] Platform bed with storage
[ ] Murphy bed
Fabric performance requirement choose one
[ ] Pet and kid friendly required
[ ] Occasional spills, easy clean
[ ] Luxury textiles preferred even with care
8. Lighting and Ambience
Light mood preference choose one
[ ] Bright and airy daytime focus
[ ] Warm layered evening focus
[ ] Adjustable dimmable for both
Favourite fixture style choose any
[ ] Minimal recessed and strips
[ ] Sculptural pendant statement
[ ] Warm brass chandeliers
[ ] Industrial track or spot lighting
Must-have lighting features list one or two (e.g., under-cabinet task light, bedside sconces)
9. Accessibility Comfort and Sustainability
Accessibility needs briefly state
10. Emotional Intentions
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I want to feel ________ in my living room.
This space should help me ________ (e.g., connect, unwind, entertain).
The ritual I imagine here is ________ (e.g., family movie night, morning coffee ritual).
11. Design Vision
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The style or theme I envision is ________ (e.g., bohemian retreat, modern minimalism).
The mood I want this room to evoke is ________ (e.g., cozy, vibrant).
If this living room were a playlist, it would sound like __ and smell like __.
12. Materials & Furnishings Table
Use an inline table so clients can upload images or paste links in the “Sample / Style” column.
Category | Sample / Style | Emotional Note | Source / Link | Photo (Drag Here) | ||
Paint / Wall Color | Brand, Color Name/Code | "Warm and inviting" | ||||
Seating | Sofa, Chairs, Sectional | "Encourages lounging" | ||||
Coffee Table | Material, Shape | "Nurtures connection" | ||||
Rugs | Size, Pattern, Texture | "Anchors the space" | ||||
Lighting | Overhead, Floor & Table Lamps | "Creates layered ambiance" | ||||
Accessories | Artwork, Pillows, Throws | "Personal expression" | ||||
Storage / Shelving | Bookcases, Cabinets | "Keeps me organized" | ||||
Window Treatments | Drapes, Blinds | "Softens incoming light" | ||||
Flooring | Hardwood, Carpet, Tile | "Grounds me underfoot" |
13. Detailed Prompts by Category
Paint / Wall Color
I choose __ because it __.
Preferred finish: ________ (matte, eggshell, satin).
Seating
Sofa style: ________ (modern, classic, modular).
Number of seats: ________.
Upholstery material: ________ (velvet, leather, linen).
Coffee Table
Shape: ________ (round, rectangular, nesting).
Material: ________ (wood, glass, metal).
Height & scale considerations: ________.
Rugs
Size & shape: ________.
Pattern or color: ________.
Texture: ________ (plush, flatweave, low-pile).
Lighting
Overhead fixture: ________ (chandelier, recessed, track).
Floor lamp style: ________.
Table lamps/reading lights: ________.
Bulb warmth: ________ (warm, neutral, cool).
Accessories
Artwork style: ________ (prints, originals, photography).
Throw pillows & blankets: ________.
Decorative objects: ________ (sculptures, plants, books).
Storage / Shelving
Open vs. closed: ________.
Material & finish: ________.
Styling intentions: ________ (curated vs. maximalist).
Window Treatments
Type: ________ (drapes, roman shades, blinds).
Fabric & opacity: ________.
Hardware finish: ________.
Flooring
Material: ________ (hardwood, tile, carpet).
Color/tone: ________.
Underlay or rug layering: ________.
14. Rituals & Reflections
My favorite way to use this living room is ________.
I want guests to feel ________ when they enter.
After spending time here, I want to feel ________.
15. Moodboard & Uploads
Upload up to 5 images that reflect your dream living room. These can include furniture, color palettes, textures, or rituals.
Optional: Add a short caption under each image describing what you love about it.
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