Design Support for Architects & Builders
Early-stage clarity for projects that need to work — and feel resolved
Design Essentials PNW partners with small architectural firms, builders, and remodelers to bring clarity to residential projects before they reach the job site.
I work alongside your team as a collaborative design consultant — helping refine plans, guide finish decisions, and support spatial logic so projects move forward with confidence, cohesion, and fewer last-minute pivots.
This is not interior decorating. And it’s not contracting.
It’s thoughtful, early-stage design support that respects your role and strengthens your work.
How I support your projects
Plan & Flow Review
A second set of experienced eyes on plans during schematic or design development.
I help identify:
circulation and wayfinding issues
furniture clearances and livability concerns
awkward transitions or underperforming spaces
proportion, balance, and spatial rhythm
The goal is to surface questions early — when changes are easier and less costly.
Finish Direction & Material Frameworks
I develop clear, cohesive finish directions that align with the project’s architecture, budget, and intended market.
This includes:
material hierarchy and restraint
palettes that feel intentional, not trend-driven
guidance that simplifies client decision-making
Builders and remodelers value this work because it reduces indecision, revisions, and change orders..
Pre-Sale & Pre-Listing Design Direction
For builders and real estate professionals, I provide design guidance that helps homes present clearly and photograph beautifully — without over-styling.
This support focuses on:
spatial clarity
finish continuity
visual calm that allows the architecture to lead.
How I work (and how I don’t)
Design Essentials PNW is structured to collaborate cleanly and respectfully.
I provide design consultation and visual guidance only
I do not perform installation or construction
I do not hire or manage installers or subcontractors
Furniture rental and installation, when needed, are contracted directly by the client
This approach keeps roles clear, projects efficient, and collaboration easy.
Who this is for
This work is best suited for:
small architectural firms without in-house design support
design-build remodelers seeking finish clarity
boutique home builders focused on quality and presentation
If your projects benefit from an experienced design perspective — without added complexity — this collaboration is likely a good fit.
Let’s talk
If you’re curious whether this kind of support could be useful on an upcoming project, I’d welcome a conversation.
No pitch. No obligation. Just a chance to learn how you work and see if there’s alignment.