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DESIGN IS ABOUT ENGAGING THE HEART AND CREATING SPACES THAT MOVE THE SOUL.
-PHYLLIS HARTMAN
Years in Business
Awards Won
Projects Completed
For us, design is personal. We view each project as being entrusted to us by our clients, and we take the role of the designer to heart. Buildings touch lives, they do far more than provide shelter; they provide context for living. There is a feeling we want you to experience in each space — something we cannot communicate with words, so we express it with passion. From our hearts to yours, we invite you to walk in and experience the spaces we create.
PROJECT TYPES
+ New Construction
+ Renovation
+ Senior Living
+ Adaptive Re-use
+ Affordable
+ Models
MODERA FOUNDERS ROW
Falls Church, VA
Developer: Mill Creek Residential
Construction: Mill Creek Residential
Management: Mill Creek Residential 15,000 280 6 2025
Project Type: New Construction, Mixed-Use Multifamily
Style: Modern Classic Deco | Inclusive Sophisticated. THe style is a “Chic Modern Farmhouse” design, blending rustic charm with modern comfort through natural materials, warm textures, and inviting spaces. Its thoughtfully curated amenities include a sunlit two-story lobby, a multi-level clubroom and fitness center, and flexible coworking areas with private pods and creative spaces.
Madison at Ballston Station
Arlington, VA
3,786 1 2025 Project SF Floors Completed
Developer: Paradigm Companies
Architect: Alexis Krug Architecture Lighting Consultant:
Architectural Lighting by Shugarman
Project Type: Renovation
Style: A Multifamily Affordable Housing Property that was originally constructed in 2008 and recently reimagined to meet the needs of today’s residents. We transformed the amenities and common areas, creating a brighter, more welcoming atmosphere. The renovation prioritized both functionality and aesthetics by replacing outdated lighting, adding biophilic design elements to bring nature indoors, and reconfiguring spaces to encourage community, wellness, and comfort.
Madison at Ballston Station
Arlington, VA
3,786 1 2025 Project SF Floors Completed
Developer: Paradigm Companies
Architect: Alexis Krug Architecture Lighting Consultant:
Architectural Lighting by Shugarman
Project Type: Renovation
Style: A Multifamily Affordable Housing Property that was originally constructed in 2008 and recently reimagined to meet the needs of today’s residents. We transformed the amenities and common areas, creating a brighter, more welcoming atmosphere. The renovation prioritized both functionality and aesthetics by replacing outdated lighting, adding biophilic design elements to bring nature indoors, and reconfiguring spaces to encourage community, wellness, and comfort.
SOPHIA BETHESDA
Bethesda, MD
12,500 276 23 2025
Developer: Duball
Construction: HIIT
Management: Greystar
Project Type: Mixed-Use Multifamily
Style: This interior design project celebrates the timeless elegance of Art Deco with a fresh, modern twist. Featuring refined, Decoinspired flourishes and awe-inspiring views, the space is thoughtfully crafted to capture the spirit of Bethesda—elegant, vibrant, and connected. Designed for those who value elevated comfort and authentic community, the interiors balance sophistication with warmth, creating a space that feels both luxurious and genuinely welcoming.
Reston, VA
Developer: Boston Properties
Construction: Clark Construction
Architect: SCB
LEED Gold Certified
Project Type: Multifamily
Style: Nature and daily life intertwine through biophilic design, blurring the line between indoors and out. Thoughtfully curated interiors balance work, leisure, and relaxation, supporting the multifaceted lifestyles of residents. The result is a living experience where nature flows seamlessly into everyday moments.
Alexandria, VA
Floors Opened 16,760 366 7 2024
Project SF Units
Developer: Aventon Companies
Construction: Aventon Companies
Management: Lincoln Property Co.
LEED Silver
Project Type: Multifamily
Style: A sophisticated biophilicsimple design with elegance and a retreat-like feel, with a unique, hospitality-driven living experience. Wellness-focused amenities and sleek, modern finishes create a stylish, calming space.
Arden at Parkside
Collegeville, PA
10,000 192 6 2023
Developer: Audubon Land Development Corp.
Construction: Bozzuto
Management: Bozzuto
Project Type: Multifamily
Style: A peaceful sanctuary, connecting residents to nature. Inspired by the owner’s vision of a park-like setting with trails and native landscaping, the interiors reflect a natural theme. A warm, earthy palette of umber, grays, blues, and greens is accented by bronze, black, and copper, and grounded in natural materials like wood, leather, jute, and linen.
Modera Clarendon
Arlington, VA
11,600 270 7
2023
Project SF Units
Floors Opened
Developer: Mill Creek
Construction: Mill Creek Management: Mill Creek
LEED Silver
Awards: NAHB Multifamily Pillars of the Industry Finalist - Best Mid-Rise Apartment Community
Project Type: Multifamily
Style: Contemporary biophilic principles with the energy of a modern Tech-Hub. It has a strong visual connection to the lively Washington Blvd, the interiors feature biophilic patterns that foster well-being and calm in an urban environment. Its amenity-rich and community-focused with whimsical lighting, murals, and furnishings that reflect the creative spirit of the artsy, innovative district.
SoNYa
Washington, DC
16,000
321 14 2023
Developer: Monument
Architects: KGD Architecture
Construction: Donohoe
Management: Bozzuto
LEED Silver
Awards: AIA Washington DC: Jurors’ Citation
Project Type: Multifamily
Style: Inspired by the raw energy and street art culture of South New York Avenue, captures the bold, artistic spirit of the NoMa community. Graffiti-inspired murals, exposed materials, neon-lit artwork, and grid-patterned lighting fuse the building. Every detail from the dark lobby floor mirroring the pavement outside to custom art installations celebrates the colorful, textured, and expressive identity of its urban surroundings.
Reese Tower at Carlyle Crossing
Alexandria, VA
5,200
Developer: Stonebridge Construction: Balfour Beatty Management: Bozzuto
LEED Silver
Awards: NAHB Pillars - Best High-Rise Apartment Community, Multifamily Community of the Year
Project Type: Mixed-Use Multifamily
Style: Blending curated comfort with purposeful luxury, offering remote workspaces. The interior design promotes happiness and wellness through light-filled spaces, natural greenery, sustainable finishes, and thoughtful details. A welcoming fireplace and bubbling water feature creates a serene, nature-connected environment that builds community and elevates everyday living.
Rockville, MD
11,600 150 8 2022
Developer: Duball LLC, Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County, Victory Housing, Inc.
Architect: Torti Gallas + Partners
Construction: Paradigm
LEED Silver Certified
Awards:
NAHB Multifamily Pillars of the Industry Winner - Best Affordable Community (Over 100 Units)
Senior Housing News Artchitecture and Design Award - 2nd Place, Affordable Housing
Project Type: Age-Restricted 62plus Affordable Multifamily
Style: The design is light and fresh and uses biophilic patterns throughout to enhance the health, happiness, and wellness of the residents. Project
RECENT AWARDS
2024 INTERIOR DESIGN MAGAZINE
Top 100 Giants of Design
2024 ULI WASHINGTON -Award for Excellence in Housing Development The Remy, Phase 2
2023 NAHB Multifamily Pillars of the Industry Multifamily Community of the Year - Carlyle Crossing
2023 NAHB Multifamily Pillars of the IndustryBest High-Rise Apartment Community - Carlyle Crossing
2023 NAHB Multifamily Pillars of the Industry - Best Affordable Community (Over 100 Units)Residences on the Lane
2023 NAHB Multifamily Pillars of the Industry Finalist - Best Inter4ior Merchandising of a Common Area - Easton at Carlyle Crossing
2023 NAHB Multifamily Pillars of the Industry Finalist - Best Mid-Rise Apartment Community (6-9 Stories) Modera Clarendon
2023 SHNA - Senior Housing News Architecture & Design Award 2nd Place - Affordable HousingResidence on the Lane
2022 NAHB PILLARS Finalist Best High-Rise Apartment Community 10+ Stories BLVD Ansel
2022 NAHB PILLARS Finalist Best Multifamily Community Amenities Founders Row Modera and Verso
2021 NVBIA Great American Living Award Winner – Best Interior Merchandising, Amenity Space, Common Area – The Enclave at Potomac Club
2020 NVBIA Great American Living Award Winner Design, Architecture, Multi-Family Renovation or Conversion – 1800 Oak
2020 NVBIA Great American Living Award Winner – Interior Merchandising, Multi-Family Renovation or Conversion, Amenity Space and/ or Common Areas – 1800 Oak
2019 NAHB Pillars of the Industry WinnerBest Merchandising of a Common AreaSignature at Reston Town Center
2019 NAHB Multifamily Pillars of the Industry Winner for Best Community Amenities –Signature at Reston Town Center
2019 NAHB Best in American Living Awards –Best Multifamily Development 4-7 Stories Built for Sale – The Haven at National Harbor
2019 NVBIA Great American Living Award Blue Ribbon Winner – Best Feature : Entry Foyer and Lobby – Coda on H
2019 NVBIA Great American Living Award Winner – Best Design and Architecture, MultiFamily Boutique Construction – Coda on H
2019 NVBIA Great American Living Award Winner – Best Interior Merchandising, MultiFamily Renovation – High Rise – Instrata Pentagon City
2019 - NVBIA Great American Living Award of Merit Winner – Community of the Year – The Haven at National Harbor
2019 NVBIA Great American Living Award Winner – Best Design and Architecture Condominium and Multifamily New Construction – The Haven at National Harbor
2019 - NVBIA Great American Living Award Winner – Best Design and Architecture, FreeStanding Club House – The Vine
TOGETHER, WE HELP PEOPLE LOVE WHERE THEY LIVE.
-PHYLLIS HARTMAN