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1 Your Project Workbook Planning a kitchen or bath remodel can be overwhelming, but taking the time to plan before you begin will help the process go more smoothly. Filling out this questionnaire will help you understand your wants and needs, so you ll able to present a clear, concise view of what you re looking for to your designer or contractor. [The Big Picture] When do you want to complete this project? Are you planning to expand your family? Do you want your plans prepared by: an architect a builder/contractor an interior designer a certified kitchen or bath designer a cabinet designer yourself other What is your overall estimated budget for this project? less than $12,000 $12,000-$30,000 $60,000-$80,000 $30,000-$45,000 $80,000-$100,000 $45,000-$60,000 $100,000 and above Do you want your kitchen/bath to have: more room less room less upkeep updated features better layout/flow more natural light other How long do you plan on staying in the remodeled or new house? (This should help you figure out the breakdown of price per year.) How many people live in the house? adults children extended family What are the ages and sexes of the family members? (Include extended time visitors, i.e. children in college, grandchildren staying for the summer, relatives staying for the holidays.) Age: Male Female Does your family have special needs? dietary restrictions religious medical diabetic allergic mobility (ramps) memory-impaired safety (children) security (valuables) non-barrier shower seated use of kitchen visible storage appliances that lock lockable knife storage live-in help living space homeschooling space home-office space Specific information What type(s) of pets do you have, if any? Where do they eat? Sleep? Spend their time? Do you buy pet food in bulk? If yes, what type? dry canned Prioritize the following options: (1) very important (2) important (3) not important function of space traffic flow through space space for multiple cooks in kitchen separate space for each cook look of space materials made in USA brand name of materials budget flexibility timeframe of project notes: w w w. h o m eimprovementmag.com Atlanta H o m e I m p rovement D E C E M B E R

2 [The ] Do you think your kitchen needs: a simple cosmetic makeover a complete renovation Have you ever gone through the process of designing a custom kitchen? Have you or has anyone else made a sketch of your ideas for the kitchen? Are you or your spouse likely to do any of the installation work? If so, how much? Would you like the kitchen floorplan to have: traffic redirected through a different layout more efficient space planning more efficient storage convenient movement between the kitchen and dining room Do you want to: change doors or windows change the size of the space add an island consider a room addition have a separate dining table in the kitchen What do you like about your present kitchen? What do you dislike about your present kitchen? What three words describe your dream kitchen? What type of design would you like your new kitchen to have? sleek/contemporary warm and cozy American country Italian country French country open and airy traditional strictly functional American formal family retreat (coastal) transitional (clean design with some detail) other What colors are you considering for your new kitchen? Plan for current cabinetry: replace reface all reface some paint add cabinets reduce number of cabinets increase height reduce height preferred color preferred style Plan for current appliances: replace reface preferred color preferred style Plan for current countertops: replace re-cover preferred color preferred style What type of backsplash material do you want to use? ceramic tile stainless steel glass granite other [Appliances & Fixures] Do you plan on having: natural gas propane-fed gas electric gas and electric Which of the following do you want? food disposal dishwasher icemaker trash compactor warming drawer cooktop range under-counter oven wall oven (single/double) traditional cooking oven convection cooking oven halogen cooking oven other oven updraft hood downdraft hood microwave vent hood steamer fryer wok burner griddle grill If you plan on adding a new refrigerator, what kind do you want? built-in built-in look slide-in integrated/hidden drawer base If you plan on adding a new microwave, what kind do you want? above the stovetop built-in cabinet (base/wall/space-saver) countertop Is your ventilation: adequate noisy ugly nonexistent Do you want an overhead vent hood? What style and quantity of sink(s) do you prefer: single basin double basin triple basin above-counter mount below-counter mount farmhouse super-sized minimum depth of basin(s) minimum width of basin(s) Do you want a pot filler? What gadgets do you want? built-in stereo under-cabinet TV hidden TV computer Internet connection DSL cable hook-up intercom security system other What type of lighting do you prefer? overhead windows skylight under cabinet toe kick pendant recessed decorative soffit artwork spot lights incandescent halogen xenon ceiling fan chandelier lighting for reading, needlework, special tasks other Do you want a raised or vaulted ceiling? Do you want to incorporate architectural details? wainscot crown molding arches keys cabinets like furniture cabinets with feet other w w w. h o m eimprovementmag.com Atlanta H o m e I m p rovement D E C E M B E R

3 If you re replacing the flooring, what type of material are you considering? vinyl ceramic tile stone tile wood carpet radiant heat cork stained concrete other How does your family treat the cabinets and countertops? roughly gently Would you like to have more countertop space around your: cooktop oven sink refrigerator other Would you like a large preparation area (36-inch minimum)? What type of countertop material would you prefer? laminate solid surface ceramic tile stainless steel granite marble manufactured quartz limestone stone composite glass lava stone wood concrete other [Household Habits] How often do you shop for groceries? daily weekly biweekly monthly Who will be cooking or helping with preparation in the kitchen? husband wife children in-laws hired chef How does the family use the kitchen? daily heat-and-serve meals daily full-course meals from scratch weekend quantity cooking weekend family meals hobby cooking/ baking homework reading games relaxing plating food for serving other How many people eat at daily family meals? dinner parties (seated) dinner parties (buffet) family holiday dinners (seated) family holiday dinners (buffet) large parties (buffet) What type of eating area do you want? table (round/rectangular/square/hexagonal/ octagonal) bench banquette or booth attached table raised bar counterheight bar lower bar other What small hand appliances do you use in the kitchen? food processor hand mixer blender bread machine electric mixer nut chopper coffee maker/grinder other How often do you entertain? How many guests at a time? Do you like your guests to help you with meal preparation? Do you like your guests to help clean up after the meal? Do you retain caterers who prepare all your meals for entertaining? [Storage] Do you store wine? How many bottles of: red white investment collection single bottles cases an open wine cabinet a large wine cooler a small wine cooler a wine cellar Would you like a recyclables sorting station in the: kitchen utility room garage basement mudroom outside Do you use the kitchen as a home office to: sort coupons prepare shopping lists and recipes pay bills do homework store games Do any of the household cooks have any physical limitations? Will any of the cooking or food preparation require special kitchen appliances? gourmet canning frying candy making baking ethnic in-home catering company other Are the primary cooks: right-handed left-handed What are their heights? Do you enjoy spending a lot of time in the kitchen? What type of entertaining do you do? cocktail party barbecue buffet sit-down dinners other Do you like to be the only one in the kitchen, with your guests in a separate space that is away from the kitchen? Do you like to be the only cook in the kitchen, with your guests close by in a space that opens onto the kitchen? Do you like your guests to sit in the kitchen visiting with you while you cook? Would a file drawer be advantageous? Do you want space for: bulletin board family organization center artwork wall memo/chalkboard calendar other Approximately how many cookbooks do you have? Do you prefer to have books: visible behind closed doors Would you like to have some kind of filing system for incoming and outgoing mail? w w w. h o m eimprovementmag.com Atlanta H o m e I m p rovement D E C E M B E R

4 Do you have anything to be displayed for decorative purposes, such as pottery, china, baskets, etc.? Describe Do you buy food or drinks in bulk? How do you store fresh foods? refrigerator baskets in cabinet cellar storage other How do you store bread? refrigerator freezer countertop bread drawer cabinet How do you store linens? hanging folded How much space do you require for linens? Do you want a space for a fire extinguisher in the kitchen? Do you require a separate utility cabinet for brooms, mops and cleaning supplies? Do you require storage for a vacuum cleaner? Would you like to add these specialized storage accessories to your cabinetry? lazy Susan ironing board rollout shelves towel bar toe-kick stepstool pantry with rollout shelves pantry with swinging shelves pantry with can racks on doors tilt-out sponge tray recycling/ waste bins vertical dividers for trays and cutting boards pullout table for two utensil slots (fixed or adjustable) knife storage in drawer knife storage in block on countertop knife storage on wall magnet liquor storage locked storage tarnish-resistant silver storage child locks security locks pot rack other [The room] What do you like about your present bathroom? What do you dislike about your present bathroom? What three words describe your dream bathroom? Do you feel the bathroom floorplan needs to be rearranged to create a more efficient space? Would you want to move interior walls to enlarge the bathroom? What feeling would you like your new bathroom space to have? sleek/contemporary warm and cozy country traditional open and airy strictly functional formal spalike other What colors are you considering for your new bathroom? How many people will be using this bathroom? Who? For about how long at a time? At the same time: Sometimes Are there any family members with physical limitations? If yes, what are they? What activities will take place in the bathroom? applying makeup/hair care dressing hand-washing clothes drip-drying clothes showering bathing/soaking steam bath sauna other What type of cabinet interior storage interests you? lazy Susan drawers ironing board rollout shelves linen closet toe-kick stepstool towel warmer (hydronic or electric) medicine cabinet other [Fixtures & Accessories] Do you plan on keeping the existing bathroom fixtures? a single vanity a pedestal sink double vanities antique-looking cabinetry What kind of vanity top do you want? laminate ceramic tile stainless steel marble limestone solid surface stone composite glass wood lava stone granite manufactured quartz a tub a whirlpool What size? Length Width Depth How many people should it hold? Brand Model Material Features: steps handheld shower grab bars body sprays air jets water jets heating element What style of shower do you want? barrier-free glass enclosure premolded What size? Length Width Height How many people should it hold? Material: acrylic solid surface Features: stone slab stone tiles porcelain tile seat foot rest regular showerhead body sprayers soap/shampoo shelf multiple showerheads handheld showerhead grab bars steam element w w w. h o m eimprovementmag.com Atlanta H o m e I m p rovement D E C E M B E R

5 What style of toilet do you want? separate compartment half-wall onepiece storage above bidet Do you need an exhaust/ventilation fan? If so, what additional features would you like? light light and heat humidity sensor nightlight Would you like an entertainment center? If so, what do you want in it? TV DVD player VCR radio speakers CD player game system other What appliances do you use in the bathroom? blow dryer curling iron electric razor electric toothbrush hot rollers telephone lighted makeup mirror coffee maker microwave refrigerator bar sink hot plate tanning bed sauna towel warmer (hydronic, electric, wall-mounted, freestanding) steam bath other What type of storage do you need? clothing closets laundry facilities medicine hamper towels bed linens makeup shaving equipment paper products cleaning supplies books or magazines other Do you plan to use any artwork or statues in the bathroom? If yes, what kind? What kind of lighting do you want? down lights fluorescent halogen xenon nightlight ceiling light/fan overhead under cabinet toe-kick pendant recessed decorative soffit chandelier other What kind of additional heating do you want in the bathroom? heat lamp auxiliary heater radiant floor heat towel warmer Do you want a raised or vaulted ceiling? Do you want to incorporate architectural details? pilasters wainscot crown molding arch keys furniture-like cabinets feet on cabinets other Do you want a special window? If yes, describe it: Do you want a skylight? If yes, describe it: Do you want room for a chair, chest or bench? Do you want display shelves? If so, what kind? open behind glass wood glass built-in freestanding What cabinet features do you want? wood steel decorative laminate glass doors safe for valuables (large/ small) organizational fittings other What flooring do you plan on using? vinyl ceramic tile wood marble cork stained concrete other notes: w w w. h o m eimprovementmag.com Atlanta H o m e I m p rovement D E C E M B E R