Start with the site
Bring the block and parcel reference, survey information and any existing drawings or approval documents you hold. If you are still choosing a property, share the information available so the design conversation can start with the site’s opportunities and constraints.
Describe everyday life
Think beyond a room count. How do you host, work, relax and move between indoors and outdoors? Which spaces need privacy, and which should connect? A short description of an ordinary day can be as useful as a collection of reference images.
Separate priorities from preferences
Identify what is essential and where you are open to alternatives. Bring images with a note explaining what you like about each: the light, proportions, material, layout or atmosphere.
Share the budget and timing
Explain the intended investment and whether it covers construction alone or the wider project. Share fixed dates early. The studio can then discuss the scope and next steps with a clear understanding of your priorities.
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