At this point, you really aren't ready to buy, just to shop and compare. This is a good time to get prices also. If you find something you can't live without, buy it. It will fit somewhere because you like it. Just make sure you can return it if it doesn't work out.
The following is a fact sheet you should have in your journal:
Record the following information: Write down all information under each of these headings. I usually guess at the amount of space needed, or special lighting, base plug outlets, light switches, moldings, fireplaces, or anything else pertinent. Just what do you do in each room?
1. TV, stereo or sound system, other electronics
2. Studying, Reading
3. Sewing, needlework, etc,
4. Hobbies
5. Eating
6. Musical instruments
7. Playing
8. Exercise
9. Entertaining
10. Other
Write all these notes down and sometimes you see the room in a complete different way.
Maybe too many things happen in a room without enough room for them all. Giving each room a purpose, helps keep out clutter.
Who will use this room? How much will it be used? Retired couples have more space as their children have gone. If they still live in the same home that they've lived in for so many years with family, there is now a lot of un-used space.
Traffic pattern also come into play. Number of doorways? Interior? Exterior? Sliding glass doors, arches, all this is important information. Write down any other information you feel is important, such as pets, pieces of stationary architecture or very large pieces of furniture that can only stay where they are.
Let me know how you are coming, just send it as a comment on the blog.
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