It’s important to do your own homework. Every designer,  need as much insight into your personal likes and dislikes as possible—both verbally and visually. Some of this may be gleaned by looking at and discussing your existing home. It’s also helpful to assemble pictures from magazines or elsewhere of rooms, furnishings, colors, or treatments that appeal to you.

Take the time to consider the following questions:

• For whom is the space being designed?
• What activities will take place there?
• How many will occupy this space at the same time?
• How long do you plan to occupy the space?
• What is your time frame?
• What is your budget?
• Are you relocating or remodeling?
• What image do you want to project?
• What is the approximate square footage to be designed?