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• Room Dimensions: Precise measurements of the room where the table or wood top will be placed, including length, width, and ceiling height.

• Desired Table Size: Have an idea of the table dimensions you’re considering, such as the length, width, and height that will fit your space comfortably.

• Seating Requirements: How many people do you need the table to seat? Consider your everyday needs as well as occasional hosting.

• Photos of the Space: Bring clear, well-lit photos of the room where the table or wood top will be placed, including surrounding furniture and decor. This helps us tailor the design to your space.

• Wood Species: Preferences for hardwoods (e.g., oak, walnut, maple) or reclaimed wood for a more sustainable option.

• Finish Options: Consider finishes such as natural, stained, matte, gloss, or custom colors to complement your home.

• Edge Profiles: Whether you prefer live-edge, beveled, rounded, or square edges for the table or wood top.

• Design Ideas: Bring inspiration photos, Pinterest boards, or sketches of table designs you love. Think about styles such as modern, farmhouse, industrial, or mid-century.

• Shape Preferences: Decide on a shape—rectangular, round, oval, or square—that best suits your space and aesthetic.

• Intended Use: Let us know how you’ll use the table or wood top. Will it be a dining table for family meals, a kitchen table for daily use, or an occasional table for entertaining?

• Durability Needs: Share any concerns about wear and tear, such as scratch resistance or heat resistance, especially for high-traffic areas.

• Structural Information: For wood tops, provide details about the base or structure it will attach to. If you’re replacing a top, bring photos and measurements of the existing base.

• Budget: Be prepared with a budget range so we can recommend materials and designs that align with your financial goals.

• Timeline: If you’re working within a specific timeframe or have a deadline (e.g., a holiday or special event), let us know so we can accommodate your schedule.

• Questions or Concerns: Bring any specific questions you have about materials, construction, customization, or maintenance to ensure we address all your needs.

• Dimensions of Your Space: Accurate measurements of the area where the mantel or shelving will be installed, including width, height, and depth. If replacing an existing mantel, bring the current dimensions as well.

• Photos of the Installation Area: Clear pictures of the room or wall where the mantel or shelving will be installed. This helps us understand the style and space context.

• Material and Finish Preferences: Think about the type of material you’d like for your custom mantel or shelves, such as reclaimed wood, hardwood, metal, or mixed materials. Consider finishes like stained, painted, or natural wood grain to suit your home’s aesthetic.

• Design Inspiration: Bring examples of styles or designs you love! This could include Pinterest boards, photos from magazines, or screenshots of ideas. Keywords like “rustic mantels,” “modern floating shelves,” or “industrial shelving” can help us narrow down the look you’re going for.

• Budget Range: Knowing your budget in advance helps us recommend materials and designs that align with your price range.

• Room Style and Decor: Information about the existing decor and style of the room (e.g., modern, farmhouse, traditional) to ensure the mantel or shelves blend seamlessly into your space.

• Purpose and Functionality: Be clear about how you’ll use the mantel or shelving. Will the mantel primarily be decorative, or will it need to support heavier items? For shelving, think about whether it will hold books, decor, or storage bins.

• Structural Information: Share any details about the surface or wall where the mantel or shelving will be mounted, including whether it’s drywall, brick, or another material. This can influence installation methods.

• Timeline: Let us know if you have a specific deadline for the project, such as a holiday or event, so we can align the timeline accordingly.

• Questions or Concerns: Prepare any specific questions you have about materials, installation, or maintenance. This helps us address all your concerns during the appointment.

• Measurements of the Space: Precise dimensions of the walls, floors, or ceilings including length, width, and height (if applicable).

• Photos of the Space: Clear, well-lit photos of the areas where the cladding or flooring will be installed to help visualize the design in context.

• Material Preferences: Any specific preferences for materials (e.g., reclaimed wood, hardwood, softwood, metal, etc.) and finishes (e.g., natural, stained, painted).

• Design Inspiration: Examples of styles, patterns, or textures they like (e.g., photos, Pinterest boards, magazine clippings).

• Budget: A clear idea of their budget for the project to help guide material and design recommendations.

• Timeline: Their expected timeline for the project, including any deadlines or project milestones.

• Existing Conditions: Details on the condition of the surface to be clad (e.g., smooth, textured, or requiring prep work).

• Structural Information: Knowledge of underlying structures or framing (e.g., studs, joists, or subfloor conditions).

• Functional Requirements: Considerations like soundproofing, insulation, or durability needed for the space.

• Questions and Concerns: A list of any specific questions or concerns you may have regarding materials, installation, or maintenance.

• Dimensions of the Doorway: Accurate measurements of the doorway, including the width and height of the opening. Also dimensions of the surrounding door trim.

• Dimensions of the Space: Measurements of the wall space to the side of the doorway to ensure the door can slide open fully.

• Photos of the Space: Clear, well-lit photos of the area where the barn door will be installed, including the doorway and surrounding walls.

• Design Inspiration: Ideas for barn door styles, such as rustic, modern, farmhouse, or industrial, including specific design elements like paneling or cross-bracing. Design inspiration, such as photos, sketches, or Pinterest boards of barn doors you love.

• Material: Preferences for materials, such as reclaimed wood, hardwood, metal accents, or mixed materials.

• Finish: Choices for finishes, such as natural, stained, or painted, with color samples if needed.

• Preferences for hardware, including the type of track system (e.g., black steel, brushed nickel, brass) and handle styles (modern, vintage, or industrial).

• Style: Consideration of whether you need a single sliding door or a double-door configuration.

• Function: Purpose of the barn door—whether it’s for privacy, functionality, or purely decorative.

• Structural Information: Information about the wall material where the door will be mounted, such as drywall, brick, or concrete.

• Measurements of the ceiling height if you’re considering a tall or oversized door.

• A clear idea of your budget range to help guide material, design, and hardware choices.

• Your project timeline or any deadlines, such as a renovation schedule or special event.

• Any questions or concerns about materials, installation, or long-term maintenance.

• Project Description: A clear idea of what you want to achieve, including the purpose and functionality of the project.

• Measurements: Precise dimensions of the space where the project will be installed or used.

• Photos of the Space: Clear, well-lit images of the location or area for the project to help us understand the context.

• Material Preferences: Ideas for materials you'd like to incorporate, such as reclaimed wood, metal, glass, or mixed materials.

• Finish Options: Preferences for finishes, such as natural, stained, painted, or custom treatments.

• Design Inspiration: Examples of similar projects or designs that inspire you, including photos, sketches, or mood boards.

• Budget: A clear understanding of your budget to guide material and design recommendations.

• Timeline: Information about any deadlines or specific timeframes for project completion.

• Functional Needs: Details about how the project will be used and any specific features it must include (e.g., durability, weight capacity, ease of maintenance).

• Structural Information: Any details about the space or surface where the project will be installed (e.g., type of wall, floor, or ceiling).

• Questions or Concerns: A list of questions about materials, construction, or maintenance to ensure all your needs are addressed.