Begin with the place.

A short description of the place and how you want to use it is enough to begin. You do not need a complete plan to ask a question.

Talk about your space

Start with what is there.

Describe the part of the outdoor space that brought you here. An existing route, a sitting area or a boundary can make the question clear.

The space now

What is there, and how do people use it?

The change in mind

What would you like to do differently, and what would you keep?

What you already know

Mention a known constraint or information you already have. There is no need to guess a cause or solution.

Keep the first conversation simple.

A complete budget, full address, drawing or upload is not needed to open the inquiry.

Begin with the part that matters.

A few words about the place and the change you want to discuss can set the direction.

Talk about your space