"Bath Time!"| Private Residence
New Orleans, Louisianna
RESIDENTIAL​
Well-curated residential projects that are a reflection of your vision and character.
Drapery Detail | Private Residence
New Orleans, Louisianna
We believe a home should be an unabashedly unique space reflective of its residents, a thoughtful marriage of interior and exterior, and should bring functionality that imparts peace and
harmony to daily life. We work alongside our clients to ensure that all aspects of this vision are fulfilled. Our services are completely turn-key; we can help from preliminary planning
through installation and beyond.
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We provide catered design work for new construction and renovations of
Luxury Residences | Grand Estates | Beach Cottages | Mountain Lodges | And More
OUR APPROACH
Learning
At the onset of a project, we spend time getting to know the needs, desires, and goals of our clients. We explore and educate ourselves with the client’s personality, taste, and vision to craft a complementary space. If working to renovate an existing structure, we also spend time working to understand the many nuances of the existing building and grounds.
We bring years of experience working within the residential design world as well as a working knowledge of resort functionality that assists in imparting luxury conveniences to all facets of our creations.
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Deliverables
Mood Imagery to Establish a Visual Dialogue
Sketched Floor Plans and Movement Schematics
Collaboration and Creativity
Once we have established an initial direction and inspiration in the learning phase, we launch into the creative journey. We see this as an inclusive, collaborative mission that incorporates all parts of the project team, as well as our cache of skilled craftspeople and artisans who bring another dynamic dimension to each project.
We work to generate and establish a palate of visual aids such as mood and concept imagery, design decks, renderings, physical samples, materials, and so on to help craft and shape the design vision. Experience with a wide array of styles and products allows us the flexibility to create the most unique spaces.
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Deliverables
Fabric, Finishes, and Architectural Material Samples
Architectural and Furnishings Vision Design Decks
Hand Drawn or Computer Generated Renderings
Refined Drawings Establishing the Full Volume of Space
Preliminary Budgets
Documentation
Upon approval of the established creative vision, David and Ashley work directly with the client and all members of the project team to create accurate project documentation. This delivered product is inclusive of full FF&E specifications and all interior architectural design drawings required for successful purchasing and construction. Throughout the process we thoughtfully consider all options inside and outside the box to ensure a successful installation, both aesthetically and financially. David and Ashley have a team of seasoned professionals to help aid and assist in the background production while we maintain full attention to the client.
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Deliverables
Architectural Construction Documentation
FF&E and OS&E Specifications
Implemntation
Throughout the entire design process, we make a point to be a part of the project, even beyond when the last piece of art has been hung. It is important to us that the final product is realized to its fullest capacity. We make site visits to monitor construction implementation, we visit factories to work with vendors and love to identify every detail to make a space harmonious and congruent.
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Services
Consistent and Reliable Communication
On-Site Presence
Hands-On Installation Management
Professional Organization
Please note: The approach above is a summary of a typical project. The approach, design, and documentation process varies with each project type.
Gillen Hall Design will analyze the scope of work, complexity, schedule, budget, and other factors to establish the most successful course of action.