First Name:

Last Name:

Phone:       

Phone 2:    

Email:       

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

     Comments:

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

Eating                           Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Reading                        Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Talking                         Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Entertain 6 or less guests   Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never       

Entertain 7 or more guests Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Sunbathing                   Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Bird Watching             Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Gardening                   Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never    

    Annuals                   Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never  

    Perennials               Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

    Vegetables              Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never   

Basketball                   Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Horseshoes                 Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Swimming                  Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Throw football/baseball Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never

Volleyball                  Choose Frequently Moderately Rarely Never  

Please list any other activities you

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 I 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

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