why doesn't someone answer the questions??

elship

13 years ago

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elship
Original Author

13 years ago

I understand that this is your work and you want to protect the integrity of what you do for your clients. However, Houzz is a site that is set up where people see examples of what might interest them for their project and whoever submits those pictures should understand that this is not a place to just solicit new clients--Most people do answer the questions of stucco color and trim. Otherwise, what is the purpose of putting up the photos if you won't give out information that is helpful? That is not the purpose of HOUZZ--I wrote to them and they told me they do expect people who submit photos to answer the questions sent to them by people who are interested in the photo

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Studio William Hefner
13 years ago
Thank you for submitting your question. The majority of what you see in our content is custom designed and built to fulfill the requests of our clients, and due to the nature of our work, we are unable to disclose specifics regarding each project. We sincerely appreciate all interest in our work, and will continue to post content from new projects that we hope will continue to inspire members of the Houzz community.
ryankirkkopet
13 years ago
Just take the photo to a paint store. This is how they make a living. Do you work for free?
Colleen Knecht
12 years ago
They are not working for free, they are advertising
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Colleen Knecht
12 years ago
I can understand not disclosing all info, but it would be nice to get some feedback from the posters.
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elship
Original Author
12 years ago
I am a successful music professional. If I write a song and I get asked question about a lyric or a musical choice, I don't charge money! Giving someone a paint color name is hardly "working for free"!
bjlarson
11 years ago
I'm sure you appreciate if someone likes your songs and if you allow them to listen for free that great but to expect a professional to give you all the details,hire them or scan the colour. I for one am very appreciative that professionals like this give the public the opportunity to view their work I think its great, They should receive accolades not criticism. Their info and work is inspirational.
elship
Original Author
10 years ago
they are advertising and getting work because of it which is fine . HOwever, part of Houzz is that you get to ask questions and expect an answer. whats the point of the questions?
Maria Venegas
10 years ago
If you don't want to give ANY information don't post in Houzz!!!! The design is amazing the whole house is an excellent job, how much you can lose disclosing some colors? Come on , relax an enjoy, which out with karma.
Maria Venegas
10 years ago
By the way ... If you change your mind, maybe because of the karma thing...What is the color of the pool finish?:)
Celeste Fabry
10 years ago
It is not just the point of hiding proprietary information, a paying client owns the right for their house color not to be replicated by every person with free time to spend In Houzz - also is the cost of the time required to maintain their media presence - most firms would have to employ a full time person to answer these (mostly ridiculous) enquires - it's a complete understatement to say that sharing pictures of their work (funded by paying clients) is just advertising. If your understanding of design is so limited, just go back to paying design magazines, most of them tell you the color information and were to buy the cushions
Maria Venegas
10 years ago
Don't show it in Houzz if your client is so private. period.
Celestine Maiki
7 years ago
last modified: 7 years ago
I agree in toto

I understand all the privacy issues but that's the whole point about Houzz. I have a 2 million dollar house and do not care if someone wants to know the color of my exterior or who I got the cabinets from. I would not post other items in my house that I want private. Some questions are ridiculous bur funny. However, if you post anything on Houzz, then be prepared to give information, period.

Don't post if you do not want to give information or if you have privacy issues, Common, what's the point?