For my A Level Design and Technology project I am making an item of furniture for modern living using smart materials and innovative shapes that will serve a useful and practical purpose in confined spaces. To help create a product that suits the target market I would be grateful if you could take the time to fill in this brief questionnaire.
1. Do you find limited space a problem when looking for furniture?
Yes/No
2. What type of furniture would you prefer/find most useful?
Seating/Tables/Desks/Storage Units/Other
3. Where would you locate the product?
Home : Living Room,Kitchen, Dining Room, Bedrooms, Study/Office/School/Other
4. Do you require the product to be multi-functional and serve a secondary function?
Yes/No
5. If answered ‘yes’ to the above question, what is this secondary function?
6. Do you require the product to be able to store items as well?
Yes/No
7. If answered ‘yes’ to the above question, what items would this be?
8. Would it be helpful if the product was modular in some way?
Yes/No
9. How often would this product be in use?
Daily/Weekly/Monthly/Yearly/Other
10. How long would you expect the product to last?
6 Months/1 Year/18 Months/2 Years/5 Years/10 Years/15 Years +
11. Would you prefer the product to be able to be collapsible or to fold up in some way allowing it to be stored in a confined space when not in use?
Yes/No
12. Would you be using this product indoors or outdoors? Or would you prefer both?
Indoors/Outdoors/Both
13. How many people would you expect to use the product at one time?
1 2 3 5 10+
14. How much would you be willing to spend on a suitable product?
Up to £100/Up to £150/Up to £250/Up to £500/Other
15. Will the product be required to be moved or transported on a regular basis?
Yes/No
16. Do you have any preference in style?
Thank you for your help - it is greatly appreciated!