Core Services at HUDSON DESIGN

With over 30 years of experience, Hudson Design specializes in creating beautiful residential and commercial spaces.We blend art and architecture with skillful planning and a keen eye for aesthetics and details.

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Planning

Planning is a key element of any project, but a Conceptual Master Plan is the Big Idea. It is the overall form-giving thought that unifies the many disparate goals that compete for influence in any given project. The Conceptual Master Plan allows us to compile into one set of documents all the pertinent information about the site and its features as they now exist, desired improvements, and possible future changes that can and should be taken into account.

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Interior Design

In designing holistic solutions, which meet our client’s functional and behavioral needs, we strive to create beautiful and captivating spaces. Our expertise in interior design allows us to cohesively respond to the architecture with details such as furniture, lighting and hardware. Our staff has in-depth knowledge of material properties, including characteristics of safety, durability and aesthetics, which allow us to make informed decisions that are appropriate to every individual project.

A Thoughtful Process for Better Builds

Building a new home or modifying an existing one is a big investment. We’ve honed a custom process to ensure every detail is right. While trends may change, our focus remains constant: designing spaces for the people who live and work in them.

    STEP 1

    Getting to Know You

    We believe a great space should fit you like a well-tailored suit. Our design process starts by getting to know you—we’ll talk about everything from your hobbies and holiday traditions to where your kids do homework. This initial meeting is also where we discuss budgeting and create a wish list to ensure your home is perfectly suited to your family’s life.

    STEP 2

    Data Gathering for the Environmental Design

    Understanding the environment is key to a memorable design. We consider everything from physical factors like sun, wind, and landscape to unseen ones, like code requirements and building processes. Using site visits and drone photography, we gather crucial data, asking questions like:
     

    • Where does the sun rise and set?
    • How do the prevailing winds blow?
    • What is culturally and contextually relevant?
    • How has the structure changed over time?

    STEP 3

    Architectural Planning and Creative Problem-Solving

    Interior Design

    In designing holistic solutions, which meet our client’s functional and behavioral needs, we strive to create beautiful and captivating spaces. Our expertise in interior design allows us to cohesively respond to the architecture with details such as furniture, lighting and hardware. Our staff has in-depth knowledge of material properties, including characteristics of safety, durability and aesthetics, which allow us to make informed decisions that are appropriate to every individual project.

    We approach creative problem-solving like a three-dimensional puzzle, using data to plan your project from big-picture ideas to detailed execution. We begin with hand-drawn sketches and schematic floor plans based on your feedback, establishing timelines and preliminary budgets; for more complex projects, we can also prepare a Conceptual Master Plan outlining options for timing, scope, and cost. Once the vision is defined, we use 3D modeling to visualize materials, finishes, exterior details, and virtual walkthroughs, helping you refine the project’s scope, aesthetics, and overall direction.

    STEP 4

    Construction and Execution

    After we finalize the design, we prepare detailed construction documents that bring all the ideas and schematics together. This comprehensive set of documents includes precise material specifications and dimensions, ensuring every detail is accounted for.

    During construction, we manage the project using critical path scheduling, a powerful method that keeps the project on track and on time. We oversee all vendors, contractors, and suppliers, making regular site visits to ensure the work is executed properly. If any adjustments are needed, we act as your advocate to manage costs and maintain the highest level of quality.

    STEP 5

    Final Steps and Finishing Touches

    The moment you’ve been waiting for… After the last details are in place, we’ll take a final walkthrough with you to ensure everything is perfect and hand over all the documentation you need to care for your new property. When you receive the Certificate of Occupancy, you can move in and start enjoying the space we’ve brought to life—a home designed just for you.