What Makes You Feel At Home?

Understanding your project goals, priorities, and how you live in, think about, and use your home, will guide us in designing your beautiful home. Grab a cup of tea or a glass or wine and let's get started!

Tell Us About Your Ideal Home

Which space(s) can we help you design?

We can't design a space if we don't know which room! Please choose one.

Living Room Dining Room Bedroom Kitchen Bathroom Family Room Office Nursery Kid's Bedroom Kid's Playroom Laundry Room Mudroom Library Home Gym Rec Room Main Entrance Front Porch Patio / Deck Stairway Hallway Closet Garage Whole Home More Than One Room Other

Why are you redesigning your space?
(select all that apply)

Moving into a new home Moving in together Construction / extension to house Furnishing / decorating New family addition Time for a refresh

Briefly describe your goals for each space.

How finished is your space?

Starting from scratch

I'm designing the whole room

Somewhere in between

I'm designing around a few existing pieces

Mostly furnished

I'm putting the finishing touches on a room

Who do you share your space with?
(select all that apply)

Partner Kids Parents/In-laws Roommates Pets Other

What activities happen in each space?

What should the mood of the space(s) be?
(select all that apply)

Tranquil Cozy Calm Global Spacious Theatrical Grand Inspiring Masculine Feminine Classy Informal Pristine Opulent Earthy Intimate Whimsical Bold Modest Busy Energetic Vibrant Orderly Formal Soulful Unpretentious Uplifting Elegant Inviting Homey Liveable luxe Soft Exotic Textural Sophisticated Peaceful Symmetrical Muted Organic Dignified Meditative Quaint Warm Dramatic Romantic Bright Laid Back Unfussy

What activities would you like to do in each space?

What pieces would you like to keep for the new space?
Upload photos of these pieces here - this includes furniture, artwork, mementos, collections, and architectural elements

Drag & drop images here or select files from your computer.

What would you like to add to the space?

Provide photos and measurements of your spaces. If we're designing more than one room, skip the measurements - we'll handle that when we meet! Email plan drawings to mail@deborahnicholson.ca, if you have them.

Add measurements / photos I'll provide these later

Great, here's how to take pictures of your space...

Turn on the lights and open the curtains
Take photos in landscape mode
Stand at the center of each main wall and take 1 photo pointing the camera straight ahead to the opposite wall. An empty room is a bonus but not required.

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Your values guide the type of spaces we'll create.
They provide a decision-making framework for materials we choose, the plans we draw up, and the atmosphere we create. Select as many as you like.

quality people-friendly artistry/hand-made security family history simplicity durability beauty sustainability authenticity nature community family/friends innovation culture creativity connection budget-friendly storied pieces wellness

What do you feel makes a welcoming home?

What's your favourite part of your home?
Tell us why.

What are your home's challenges?
Tell us about them.

What are your color preferences?

Warm neutrals

(white, cream, beige, brown, brass)

Cool neutrals

(white, grey, black, chrome)

Soft, serene colors

Bright, bold colors

Neutral palette with a few pops of color

I'm not sure

Do you have any specific colors you'd like to see in the space?

What's your style?
(select all that apply)

Contemporary

Contemporary design often has clean, sleek lines and is marked by solid colors, predominantly muted neutrals or bold punches of color in furniture and accessories. Furniture is sleek, lower to the ground and often has metal frames or straight legs with an emphasis on basic shapes and forms. Graphic elements in artwork or as accents work well with this look.

Traditional / Classic

Furnishings are usually 18th-century English, 19th-century neoclassic, French country and British Colonial revival. Use of classic styling and symmetry to create a calm, orderly decor. Color palette is usually in the mid-tones and fabrics are muted, usually simple florals, solids, stripes or plaids.

Mid-Century Modern

A look originating in the '50s and '60s and epitomized by the Rat-Pack days in Palm Springs. Scandinavian designers and architects were very influential at this time, with a style characterized by simplicity, functionality and natural shapes. Architecture shows off its minimalist design with walls of glass. Pops of deep colors such as orange, yellow, olive green and chocolate brown add to decor. An updated version of this look is found at stores like Jonathan Adler, marked by fun, colorful and quirky furnishings.

Industrial

With its raw, utilitarian appeal, industrial style gives modern homes a sophisticated edge. Think stripped-back architecture, salvaged objects, brick, concrete, raw materials and open floor plans.

Farmhouse

A rustic elegance is characteristic of this look. Some country looks are marked by extensive use of white wood paneling and soft floral patterns, muted hues and pops of red, black or pure white accents. Floral, checked and striped vintage fabric patterns are standards, and elements have a handmade, rustic quality: wood, handmade pottery, baskets and hand-forged metal to name a few. Primitive furnishings have history to them, and are bought in antique shops and flea markets.

Scandinavian

Scandinavian Modern began in 1930 and is present today. It is born from the basic principles of modernism fused with traditional materials. IKEA is the worldwide phenomenon of this style.

Boho Chic / Eclectic

This catch-all style borrows from several other design styles and evokes a sense of imagination and surprise with unexpected contrasts. The style is not simply throwing together everything and anything, but rather relies heavily on the building blocks of design (color, pattern, texture, composition) to make the space look cohesive. A multitude of fabrics is characteristic, whether patterned, textured, solids or all three.

Coastal

Common features include light, airy colour palettes with cool neutral shades paired with blues and greens. Furnishings are often white or beige. The room can contain elements of wood and accessories are often inspired by the sea. The intention is to create a relaxed and comfortable environment that is inspired by the beach and ocean.

Gothic / Dramatic

The Gothic style of interior design is one that's often misunderstood. Far from suggesting a spooky and colorless space, this style is defined by light and ornate decorations, yet it can also have a serious or somber tone. This makes the Gothic style of interior design one that is dramatic, exciting, and all-around fit for a king.

Minimal

Spare and streamlined while still being inviting, minimalism is charming in almost any space. With less clutter to wade through and mentally process, the innate beauty of each piece of furniture or art in the home really starts to stand out.

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Share inspiration images or links that reflect your style

Add images / links I'll provide these later

Drag & drop images here or select files from your computer.

Inspiration links (ex: Pinterest)

Where do you like to look for furniture and decor?

What is your budget for your project?
(Be sure to keep taxes/shipping costs in mind)

Please specify proper budget values

$1,000 - $3,500 $3,500 - $6,000 $6,000 - $1,000 $10,000 - $15,000 $15,000 - $20,000 $20,000 - $25,000 $25,000 - $50,000 $50,000 - $100,000 $100,000 - $200,000 $ Custom Amount

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What is your favourite comfort food? (Provide an answer for each decision-maker.)

List 3 activities you love to do. (Provide an answer for each decision-maker.)

When would you like to start your project and when do you hope to have it completed?

How often would you like to be updated on progress? And what is your preferred method of progress updates?

Once a week Twice a week by email by text by phone

Any final notes for your designer to consider?

Include any final notes or other details that may not have been addressed in the questions above...

Feel free to provide additional photos here.
Include photos of special items or features you'd like to bring to my attention.

Drag & drop images here or select files from your computer.

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Send Your Project to Your Designer

What Makes You Feel At Home?

Which space(s) can we help you design?

Why are you redesigning your space? (select all that apply)

How finished is your space?

Who do you share your space with? (select all that apply)

What should the mood of the space(s) be? (select all that apply)

Provide photos and measurements of your spaces. If we're designing more than one room, skip the measurements - we'll handle that when we meet! Email plan drawings to mail@deborahnicholson.ca, if you have them.

What are your color preferences?

Do you have any specific colors you'd like to see in the space?

What's your style? (select all that apply)

Share inspiration images or links that reflect your style

Inspiration links (ex: Pinterest)

Where do you like to look for furniture and decor?

What is your budget for your project? (Be sure to keep taxes/shipping costs in mind)

Why are you redesigning your space?
(select all that apply)

Who do you share your space with?
(select all that apply)

What should the mood of the space(s) be?
(select all that apply)

What's your style?
(select all that apply)

What is your budget for your project?
(Be sure to keep taxes/shipping costs in mind)