Our Collaborative Approach

We specialize in hospitality and commercial spaces coast-to-coast and are best known for our hotels, though that doesn’t keep us from curating one-off specialty restaurants, food stands, coffee shops, nightclubs, spas, retail and commercial spaces. Our clientele ranges in style and personality, but they all have one thing in common, an interest to bring something of passion to the world. Our mission is to put your unique story into form for others to experience and enjoy. We are a full-service design studio that derives fulfillment from collaboration and pushes through on a project from conception to completion.

At STUDIO a28, we treat each project as our only project and are fully committed to producing the highest quality of work for our clients, time and time again. We’re passionate about what we do! Our clients choose us because we become part of their team, strengthening the overall project outcome.

conceptual + schematic design

a twinkle in our eye

A conceptual design narrative is derived from understanding the client and project needs, value and history. Exploration of the surrounding areas to discover the cultures, demographics and aesthetics are carefully studied and a personalized hue palette and furniture story are revealed.

  • Timeline

  • Concepts

  • Priorities

  • Narrative

  • Loose Samples

  • Furnishings

  • Color Palette + Materials

design development

embarking on a journey

Innovative floor plans, reflective ceiling plans and interior elevations are drafted to spark unique design solutions. Tailored and dimensional color and material palettes bring vivacity to the dream. Furnishings are carefully placed in their perfect locations. Artwork is thoughtfully considered. Coordination of 3-dimensional renderings transpire as a visual guide to fully immerse into the design. And collaboration with all parties to bring the dream together is imperative.

  • Final Furniture Selections

  • Final Color + Material

  • Furniture Plans

  • Reflective Ceiling Plans

  • Elevations

  • Coordination

  • Reviews

  • Renderings

  • Preliminary FF&E Budget

construction documents

weaving the tapestry

Interior Design drawings are carefully prepared with annotated final floor plans, reflective ceiling plans, interior finish plans, interior elevations, and custom millwork details. Power + data is coordinated with consultants. Written FF&E specifications are prepared for procurement with quantified matrices and budget figures. Artwork is solidified. And finish sample notebooks are organized and delivered for field reference.

  • Design Drawings

  • Finish Schedule

  • Sample Notebook

  • FF&E Specifications

  • Installation Package

  • Room Matrix

  • Artwork Package

  • Final FF&E Budget

construction administration

the dream comes to life

Periodic site visits take place to assist the contractor to ensure all interior detailing is followed through. Meticulous reviews and written responses of custom FF&E and millwork shop drawings, contractor submittals and RFI’s are accomplished. Review of purchase order details and budget numbers to ensure the bottom line is maintained. Deliver value engineered design solutions on FF&E and materials as need to maintain the client’s budget. Final FF&E installation assistance is fulfilled. Compiling a construction punch list and coordinating with the contractor in crucial. And conclusively, wrap up the design project with picturesque interior styling.

  • Site Visits

  • Shop Drawing Review

  • Sample Review

  • Purchase Order Review

  • Value Engineering

  • Submittals + RFI’s

  • Installation Assistance

  • Punch List

  • Photo Coordination and Interior Styling

  • Close out Facilitation

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It is a pleasure to work with Amber. Not only is she a seasoned designer, but she has a great eye and sense for design. Both the intent of the Owner and Brand aesthetic (and requirements) are considered throughout the design process.

- Marybeth Poston, Marriott International

I have worked with Amber for many years and have always found her to be creative, professional, competent, and responsive. I am accustomed to going to Amber when I need something because I know it will be handled quickly and correctly. Amber's talent and resourcefulness coupled with her ability to remain realistic about budgets and schedules make her an invaluable team member on any project.

- Shirley Walker, Dimension Development Company

 
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