Design Questionnaire - Sunflower Landscapes

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Sunflower Landscapes has been helping homeowners with their landscape designs from start to finish for 17 years. These questions are meant to be stimulating and thought-provoking. Our intention is to create an atmosphere rather than just a pretty facade. We want to know how you prefer your landscape to feel, look, function and cost. This will allow us to create a plan that provides you with the greatest amount of satisfaction and enjoyment in your outdoor living spaces.

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The Function of Space

Who will be using the space? Please check the activities even if the event is a one-time event and describe.

Who will mainly be using the yard?

Anyone with allergies?

Outdoor dining? How many people? How often?

Indoor/outdoor entertaining, activities, etc? What kind? How often?

Other (Please describe)

About the Site

As landscape designers, we look for ways to cohesively tie the proposed landscape into the existing site. Answer all that apply.

Is this a new build?

Yes

What is the architectural style of your house?

Do you have a plot/site plan?

Yes

Are there existing underground utilities, irrigation, or drainage systems?

Yes

Unsure

Have you experienced any problems with the site?

Yes

If so, what?

Are there existing features you would like to remove, renovate and/or keep?

Yes

If so, what?

Sense of Environment

How do you want to feel when you are within your outdoor space?

Check all that apply

Cheerful/Uplifting

Relaxing/Serene

Private/Sheltered

Open

Social

Active/Exercise

Exciting/Energizing

Artful

Whimsical/Playful

Spiritual/Nourishing

Romantic

Other (Please describe).

Design Styles

Design styles give us an idea of your taste when it comes to fixtures, plants, and material.

Please choose one style:

Natural (curved lines, soft edges, native plants)

Modern (clean-lined, hard-edged, and minimalistic)

Formal (symmetry, clipped hedges, topiary, classical architecture)

Xeriscape/Sustainable (drought-tolerant plants, mulch, rock, efficient irrigation)

Other

Please include pictures of landscape styles you desire (optional).

Max. file size: 50 MB.

Landscape – Materials

Hard materials and non-living elements in the landscape.

Please check all where appropriate:

	Must Haves	It would be nice	Avoid
Sod
Artificial Turf
Mulch/Berms
Rock/Boulders
Dry Creek Bed
Breeze (fine rock path)
Concrete
Pavers
Flagstones
Retaining Walls
Stone Veneer
Other

If other, please describe.

Please include pictures or ideas of any of these items you desire in your landscape (optional).

Max. file size: 50 MB.

Softscape – Planting

The plants selected create layers and add to the detail of your outdoor spaces. Consider what additions you’d enjoy having in your landscape.

Please check all where appropriate:

Please leave blank if you do not have a preference.

	Must haves	It would be nice	Avoid	No preference
Low Maintenance
Drought Tolerant
Native Plants and/or Areas
Edible Garden
Reduce Noise
Specimen/Focal Point
Pollinator Friendly
Attract Wildlife
Windbreak/Screen
Fragrant
Fruit
Dog/Cat Safe
Child Safe
Other

If other, please describe.

Favorite trees, shrubs, perennials or Specimen/Focal Point please list here:

Conversely, any trees, shrubs, perennials or grasses you do not want or are allergic to, in your design?

Color, Texture or Other Details (add, avoid, etc)

Landscape Features

Landscapes structures play an important role in the budget of the project. If you are unsure of your budget or the cost of the below mentioned structures, ask your designer.

Please check all where appropriate:

Please leave blank if you are unsure or do not care.

	Must Haves	It would be nice	Avoid
Patio(s)
Paths/Steps
Fire Pit/Fireplace
Sitting Area (benches/seatwalls)
BBQ/Outdoor Kitchen
Play Area
Raised Planters
Water Feature(s)
Hot Tub/Jacuzzi
Sports Court
Putting Green
Outdoor Lighting
Other

If other, please describe.

Please include pictures or ideas of any of these items you desire in your landscape (optional).

Max. file size: 50 MB.

Utility Structures

Landscapes structures that provide access or serve a specific utilitarian purpose in your yard.

Please check all where appropriate:

Please leave blank if you do not have a preference.

	Must haves	It would be nice	Avoid
Dog Area (House/Run)
Storage Shed
Toy Storage
Trash Enclosure
Privacy Screen (i.e. Hot Tubs)
Fencing

Maintenance & Budget

How much time will family members spend on maintenance each week, if any?

Do you or will you employ a gardening service?

Please select the budget that is closest to what you would like to invest in your landscape design and installation:

Under $5,000

$5,000 to $10,000

$10,000 to 25,000

$25,000 to $50,000

$50,000 to $75,000

$75,000 to $100,000

$100,000 to $150,000

$150,000 to $200,000

$200,000 +

Installation

I need to hire a contractor to perform the work.

I will perform the work myself.

Combination

Expectations

House closing date?

MM slash DD slash YYYY

Do you have any specific deadlines or upcoming events we should be aware of?

Special Requests

Please describe anything else you require for your landscape process.

Thank you in advance for your trust in Sunflower Landscapes!

All the information you provide will be held in strict confidence and will aid in creating a design that fits the special needs of your family and conditions of your site. One of our representatives will be in touch with you soon!

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