At Norwalk – The Furniture Idea, we believe that your furniture – and your living space – are truly a reflection of your character. It's about creating something that's designed just for you.

Our Personal Style Builder is just one part of how we do that. Complete the form below, then print it and bring it with you when you visit your Norwalk – The Furniture Idea store or save it in your My Design Portfolio. It will give your Norwalk Design Consultant the information he or she needs to begin to help you create a one-of-a-kind upholstered piece of furniture.

Of course, this is just the start. Part of the Norwalk experience is our complimentary in-home design consultation. We'll assist you with everything from space planning to style and color selection.

1. I am:

Looking for a new sofa.
Just starting to redecorate a room.
Looking for a new chair.
In the final stages of redecorating a room.

2. The piece of furniture I'm looking for will go in:

My relaxation chamber
(like a bedroom or casual living area).
The land of grape juice and sticky fingers
(the place where I often play with my children).
The social center of my universe
(a room I use for entertaining or socializing).
My home theater
(the place where the family gathers to watch TV).
My own version of a gallery
(a pretty, showy living or family room).

3. My style inspiration comes from:

Within
My favorite magazine: ______________
A family member or a friend
A professional decorator
I don't know

4. My favorite color is: ______________

5. I would describe my style as:

Traditional
Contemporary
Victorian
Country
Modern
Eclectic
Transitional
Just starting to redecorate a room.
Other
I don't know

6. The primary light source in the room is:

Natural
Floor and/or table lamps
Ceiling light(s)
Candlelight

7. Of the following, which is your favorite accessory item?

Throw pillows/blankets
Candles
Picture frames with family photos
Artwork/sculpture
Flowers
A special collection
Other

8. My home was built in: ______________

9. Do you have any pets?

Yes, and they shed a lot.
Yes, but they are not allowed on the furniture.
No.

10. Check all that apply:

I like to sink into a chair/sofa.
The more throw pillows on a sofa, the better.
I like/collect antiques.
I want a style that will stay around for years and years.
I want the latest look.
I like patterns.
I like solid colors.
I like leather furniture.
I love getting dressed up.
I like jeans and a sweater.
I love entertaining.
I need a kid-friendly environment.
I own formal china and I use it more than 10 days a year.

11. The dimensions for the room my new sofa or chair will go in are:

___ X ___

To make your Norwalk shopping experience truly personalized, we suggest you bring along the following when you visit:

A printout of this Personal Style Builder.

A rough sketch of your room.

A list of key or large items in the room (e.g., big screen TV, armoire).

Pictures from magazines of decorating styles you like.

Flooring, fabric or paint color swatches that you want to coordinate with your new furniture.

Pictures or samples of anything else you'd like to coordinate with your new furniture.

Any Norwalk styles that interest you, created from our online Interactive Catalog.