Creative Inspiration and Design Musings
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, 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.
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.
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!