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Tell us about your project.
Or, keep scrolling to learn what our clients say about their experience.

Here's what we hear from almost every homeowner who calls us?
"I know I want to do something with my house, but I don't know where to start. I'm afraid of hiring the wrong people. I don't want to spend a fortune just to end up with something that doesn't feel like me. And honestly? I've heard so many horror stories that I'm not sure the process can actually be enjoyable."
You're not alone, and you're not wrong to feel that way.
Most homeowners only renovate once or twice in their lives. There's no practice run. The stakes are high, the options are overwhelming, and the traditional process asks you to make permanent decisions based on flat drawings you can barely read.
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It doesn't have to be that way.

We started Designed Happy because we believe the journey should be as rewarding as the finished space.
We've spent 25 years listening to homeowners tell us what they really want, and it's almost never what they first say. That's why every project starts with one question: why? Not the surface-level why. The real one. The one that changes everything.

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Working with us is simple.  Here's how it works:
Step 1: Find your why. We start with a conversation, normally over coffee or tea. No presentations, no pressure, no sales pitch. We just want to understand what's driving you to do this project and what "happy" looks like for your home. We use a process called DesignCOMPASS to dig past the surface and find the real goals behind your project.

Step 2: Design it together, in real time. Forget waiting weeks for a revised floor plan. With our RealTIME Design process, you sit with us and watch your home transform on screen as we talk through ideas together. You give feedback, we make changes, and you see the results immediately. It's collaborative, it's fast, and our clients say it's the most fun part of the whole experience.
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Step 3: Love where you live. Whether your project is architecture, interior design, cabinetry, furniture, or all four bundled together through our DH1 all-inclusive service, you'll end up with a home that feels effortless, personal, and unmistakably yours.

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What's at stake:
When homeowners try to manage multiple designers, architects, and vendors on their own, things fall through the cracks. Timelines stretch. Budgets balloon. Design decisions get made in silos and the finished product feels disconnected. Worst of all, the process becomes something you endure instead of something you enjoy.
What success looks like:
You walk into your home and it just works. The kitchen feels open and connected. The living room finally reflects who you actually are. Your friends ask who designed it, and you smile because you were part of the process every step of the way. You didn't just survive a renovation. You loved it.

Don't just take our word for it.
Here's what our clients had to say about their experience:
Nazzic K.
St. Michaels, MD

[They] have an excellent ability to listen to what I wanted, review inspiration pictures and ideas, but also balance with their expertise, ideas, and guidance.  The end result of my new kitchen exceeded my expectations and I am absolutely thrilled.  I would highly recommend working with Designed Happy for any remodel or build projects.
Joe K.
Washington, DC
TJ and his team at Designed Happy are true to their name.  Their creative and flexible ideas were matched with a tremendous work ethic and sunny demeanor, which made our entire renovation project a joy from start to finish.  We could not be happier with how our home turned out – on time, on budget, and exceeded our expectations in quality and style.  I cannot recommend them highly enough.
Phillip M.
Reston, VA

We did a major renovation of our Kitchen, Great Room, Bathroom and Bedroom with TJ as our designer.  After the renovation we also used Designed Happy to help with furniture selection.  From beginning to the very end of the project TJ was a dream designer to work with.  We consider ourselves extremely fortunate to have had the experience of working with TJ.  You will not be disappointed.
Rebecca J.
Oakton, VA

My family recently completed a large renovation with TJ as the designer.  He created a beautiful and cohesive space that we are excited to call home.
 
TJ was incredibly responsive and easy to work with.  His expertise made the design process fun for us and we look forward to working with him again.

Brendan S.
Annandale, VA

[They] listened to our wants and the initial rendering reflected our wishes exactly.  A couple of follow-up meetings nailed down the changes.  The final product exceeded our expectations.  Great experience and highly recommend.
Nina S.
Bethesda, MD

Highly recommend! [They] did a fantastic job listening to our goals, thinking about what might work for our situation, and identifying innovative and helpful solutions.  [They] came up with the idea that we ultimately used, and idea nobody had suggested to us beforehand.  Throughout the process, they listened carefully and were responsive to our preferences.  And they were knowledgeable about costs and worked creatively to stay within budget.

Not ready to talk yet?  Start here.
We wrote the playbook to help you have the best experience possible:
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Everyone loves a finished remodel.  No one loves the stress that often comes with getting there.

These 10 lessons are the difference between a process you survive...and a home you love.

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    • Bespoke Furniture
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  • About
    • Process
    • DesignCOMPASS
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    • People
  • Portfolio
    • Photos
    • Style
  • Education
    • Blog
    • The Podcast
    • Stay or Go Quiz
    • The Future Test
    • The Fit Score
    • Toilet
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