New Client Design Brief – Outline Design

The following questions are designed to help us understand your everyday needs and design preferences. Your responses will guide the project brief, space planning, material selections, and overall design direction.

Section 01

General & Project Overview

Your Name

Your Email Address

Project Name

How will the home be primarily used?

Entertaining guests Holiday / seasonal use Everyday family living Quiet retreat A balance of all

Desired overall atmosphere

Sophisticated and refined Warm and relaxed Contemporary luxury Minimal and calm Layered and character-filled

Hotels, residences or spaces you admire

Additional notes on general and project overview

Section 02

Main Living Area

TV screen requirement

No TV required Free standing — floor stand Concealed in bespoke cabinetry Screen on wall Concealed behind artwork

Preferred seating arrangement

Large sectional sofa Multiple sofas Sofa with occasional chairs Flexible modular seating

Storage preference

Minimal visible storage Integrated concealed storage Open / display shelving Combination of concealed and open

Priority of this living space

Comfort Conversation Visual impact Connection to outdoors

Lighting preference

Soft ambient lighting Layered decorative lighting Architectural lighting focus Flexible dimmable lighting

Additional notes on living area

Section 03

Library

Main use of the library space

Library Office Media room / TV Den

TV screen requirements

Concealed in bespoke cabinetry Screen on wall Concealed behind artwork Free standing — floor stand

Library seating style

Upholstered soft lounge chairs Tub swivel chairs Daybed / chaise High back lounge chair Sofa

Additional notes on the library area

Section 04

Kitchen & Scullery

How often is the kitchen used for cooking?

Multiple times daily Daily A few times a week Mostly entertaining / in-house chef

Storage preference for kitchen cabinetry

Fully concealed behind doors Mix of display and concealed Open shelving features Pantry-focused storage Consult with in-house chef

Appliance preference

Fully integrated Statement appliances Combination approach Minimal visual presence Consult with in-house chef

Additional notes on kitchen and scullery

Section 05

Dining Area

Number of chairs required for dining room

6–8 chairs 8–10 chairs 10–12 chairs

Preferred dining chair type

Upholstered dining chair Structured upright Doesn't need to be upholstered Soft lounge comfort chair

Additional notes on dining area

Section 06

Master Bedroom & Dressing Room

Preferred colour palette

Soft muted colour Deep moody tones Warm earth tones Light neutrals

Preferred bedding style

Linen bedding Cotton bedding

Preferred mattress firmness

Soft Soft-medium Medium Medium-firm Firm Very firm

Bed size

California king Super king King Queen Double Twin

Curtain preference

Double track — blockout with sheer Curtain with blockout Sheer curtains Fabric / roman blinds

Dressing room / walk-in wardrobe storage priority

Maximum wardrobe storage Minimal visual clutter Display and styling Flexible storage

Additional notes on master bedroom and dressing room

Section 07

Bathrooms, Ensuites & Powder Room

Preferred bathroom storage

Hidden cabinetry Open shelving display

Shower preferences

Rain shower Hand shower on adjustable rail Wall fixed hand shower

Fixture finish preference

Stainless steel Bronze Brushed nickel Chrome Gunmetal Brass

Lighting preference

Soft lighting Bright task lighting Backlit mirrors

Additional notes on bathrooms, powder room and ensuites

Section 08

Guest Bedrooms

Typical guests

Friends International visitors Family

Guest bed size

Californian king Super king King Queen Double Twin

Guest mattress comfort

Soft Medium Firm

Guest bedding preferences

Cotton Linen

Guest storage needs

Full wardrobe Luggage bench Open hanging space

Additional notes on guest bedrooms

Section 09

Home Office

Desk preference

Large executive desk Minimal workstation Standing desk

Office seating preference

Ergonomic task chair Guest seating Modern office chair

Storage requirements

Concealed storage Open shelving Filing systems Display shelving

Additional requirements

Library wall Display collections / objects Hidden printer / storage None

Additional notes on home office

Section 10

Outdoor

Primary outdoor use

Entertaining Dining Family activities BBQ Outdoor fire area

Preferred outdoor furniture style

Upholstered outdoor seating Timber (teak) Powder-coated metal Woven elements Stone

Shade requirements / umbrellas

Yes No

Additional notes on outdoor area

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