Project Tools
Below is a collection of PDFs containing information about various aspects of home design.
Architecture Worksheet
A timeline to help you know what to expect and stay on track during a project
Bright Ideas
F.A.Q.s on how to illuminate your home
Carpet & Flooring Worksheet
A list of questions to review before talking to your flooring professional
Choosing an Interior Designer
Advice on finding the professional who's right for you
Closet Cleanup
Guidelines to help you face your home-organization projects
Custom Home Worksheet
Decide the importance of your various custom home amenities before you meet with a builder
Decorative Painting Worksheet
A timeline to help you plan your project from selecting artists to choosing a design
Furniture Worksheet
A questionnaire to help you decide what to do with your existing furniture
Home Organization Worksheet
A planning guide to help you focus on your storage needs
Home Theater Worksheet
A checklist to help you prioritize your home theater options
How to Hang Your Art
Choosing the right frame and placement
How to Use The Washington Design Center
Q&A with The WDC's Director of Marketing, Julia Chappell
Interior Design Worksheet
A timeline to help guide you through the stages of your project
Kitchen Worksheet
A checklist to help you prioritize your kitchen amenities
Lighting Worksheet
A shopping list to help you start your new lighting plan
Planning a Custom Home
F.A.Q.s on the homebuilding process
Planning a Home Theater
The differences between a home theater and a family media room
Planning a Kitchen Renovation
Advice on creating a dream kitchen to suit your style and budget
Renovation Survival Guide
What to ask before you start your renovation
Replacing your Windows
A guide to window selection and replacement
Selecting Quality Furniture
What to look for when buying wood furniture and upholstered pieces
The Facts on Hardwood Floors
How to select and care for your hardwood floor
Watch your Garden Grow
Tips on working with a professional to plan your landscape
Windows Worksheet
A checklist to help you prioritize your window options