Creative Inspiration and Design Musings
The Power of Trim: How Millwork Shapes Your Space
Millwork, trim, and molding are often subtle, overlooked elements in interior design, but their impact on a space is anything but minor. They play a significant role in shaping the overall character and atmosphere of a space. Whether your home leans traditional, modern, or minimalist, thoughtful decisions about your interior millwork package can elevate your design from basic to beautifully cohesive.
Choose the Best Siding for Your PNW Home
The Pacific Northwest (PNW) is known for its natural beauty, lush forests, and wet climate. While this unique geographical area creates a stunning landscape, it also presents challenges for home exteriors. Choosing the right siding is essential to ensure durability, moisture-resistance, and longevity. Here, we explore our top 3 siding choices that can withstand the PNW elements and enhance your home’s curb appeal.
Universal Design for Single-Family Homes
When planning a home, most people focus on aesthetics, comfort, and functionality. However, as we age and our needs evolve, considering how a home can adapt to changing abilities and different life stages is paramount. Universal design addresses this by creating spaces that are accessible, usable, and adaptable for everyone – regardless of age or physical ability.
Meet Our Team, Claire
Meet our Office Manager + Design Assistant, Claire Prestegard, and discover more about her and her expertise at H2D!
We’re Licensed in Oregon!
We’re excited to announce that H2D Architecture + Design is expanding to provide full-service architecture and interior design services in Oregon state!
As a sustainability-focused, women-owned architecture and interior design firm based in Edmonds, Washington, this milestone marks the start of an exciting new chapter in our firm’s story..
Meet Our Team, Cristy
Meet our Architectural Designer + Project Manager, Cristy Weller, and discover more about her and her expertise at H2D!
Flexible Design Solutions for Open Concept Living
In today's homes, flexibility is key. Over the past decade, there has been a significant shift towards open concept living, which presents the important need of innovative storage space solutions, layered lightning options, and creative furniture placement.
Meet Our Team, Sarah
Meet our Project Architect + Project Manager, Sarah Thompson, and discover more about her and her expertise at H2D!
Swim Spas vs. In-Ground Pools
If you’ve dreamed about owning a swimming pool but also love the idea of a relaxing hot tub, a swim spa could be an ideal choice combining the best of these worlds. The design options are endless and can add value to your home by integrating a swim spa into a revitalized backyard with a new deck or patio, often combined with an outdoor covered living space or kitchen.
Meet Our Team, Lauren
Meet our Interior Designer, Lauren Groth, and discover more about her and her expertise at H2D!
Why Hire an Interior Designer?
Creating a beautiful, functional, and personalized home can feel overwhelming. With so many decisions to make—from choosing finishes and fixtures to selecting furniture and decor—it’s easy to feel stuck or unsure of where to start. This is where hiring an interior designer can transform your experience. At H2D, we specialize in collaborating with our clients to design interiors that reflect their vision, function seamlessly, and enhance the architecture of their homes. Here are the top reasons why hiring an interior designer is worth every penny.
Meet Our Team, Lisa
Meet our Architectural + Interior Designer, and Project Manager, Lisa Montalvo, and discover more about her and her expertise at H2D!
Fireplace Design Guide
As temperatures drop, the fireplace becomes an inviting focal piece in the home. Whether you’re designing a custom home or remodeling an existing space, selecting the right fireplace(s) for your house involves considering factors like aesthetic preferences, environmental impact, and heat output. From modern electric fireplaces with color changing flames to classic wood-burning hearths, we’re here to help you better understand how to navigate the many options to create a fireplace design that enhances your home.
Meet Our Team, Heidi
At H2D Architecture + Design, our team is dedicated to designing thoughtful, sustainable, and sophisticated spaces that reflect our clients’ unique visions. Meet our Owner + Principal Architect, Heidi Helgeson, and discover the brains behind the operation!
Home Gyms: More than a New Year’s Resolution
Whether you need a serene meditative yoga space, a high-energy barbell slamming strength training zone, or something in-between, your home gym should be thoughtfully designed to support your workout style and needs. From structural factors to durable, shock absorbent flooring and noise dampening materials, there are a few architectural and interior design factors to consider when incorporating a fitness space in your home.
Bring the Outdoors Inside, Live Intentionally
When designing a house remodel, addition, or new construction, it’s important to plan for how natural light and the outdoor environment can be integrated with your home’s layout and footprint location. The placement, size, and functionality of windows and doors – along with additional tools for harnessing natural light – are major considerations to discuss early in the process.
Mocha Mousse: Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year
The Pantone Color Institute, a global authority on color trends and leader in color expertise, has unveiled its Color of the Year for 2025: Mocha Mousse (17-1230). This inviting, versatile hue blends soft browns with earthy taupe, offering a rich, comforting tone that evokes both luxury and nature.
Design with Pets in Mind
A whopping 86.9 million households in the United States (nearly 70%) have a pet according to the American Pet Products Association's (APPA) 2024 survey. With this rise in pet ownership, it’s no surprise we’re seeing more frequent asks to incorporate pet-friendly home designs.
Turn Your Vision into Reality with H2D: A Guide to Our Design Process
The journey to creating a beautifully designed + functional space starts with a well-structured design process. Our comprehensive approach ensures every detail of your unique project is thoughtfully considered – from initial idea consultation through final execution of the construction phase – we are here to support you along the way.
Best in the PNW ‘Interior Design Firm’ Winner 2024
We're beyond ecstatic to announce that H2D Architecture + Design won the Seattle Times 2024 Gold Award for the Best Interior Design Firm!