Expert Interior Designer in Portland, Oregon
Interior Design Services, Portland, OR
For Residential, Commercial, and Builder
A+E Design Lab offers quality, expert interior design solutions for homeowners, business owners, contractors and builders in and around the Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington metro areas. Our creative approach combines deep industry knowledge and practical skillset to reflect your personal taste and enhance your space — whether it’s an office or hospitality space, your existing home, or a new build project. We offer a full service white-glove approach, customized to meet your needs, achieve your goals, and bring your vision to life.
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“I have been a custom home builder & remodeler for 35 years. We have worked with several different designers before, and A+E Design is at the top of our list to recommend to our customers, we love working with A+E Design Lab. Allyson & Emily are so helpful in many ways, helping the customer with ideas & selection, they produce great drawing / designs that lets the customer get a real feel of the look after the project is finished, it is sometimes hard for the customer to visualize so this is a great tool. We highly recommend A+E Design Lab.”
Grayson T. / Builder
“Without their help, we wouldn’t have been able to get this project off the ground. They were such an inspiration with bringing ideas to the table and designing our new space. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend their services or work with them again in the future. Emily and Allyson are both very professional, kind and thoughtful every step of the way and I very much enjoyed working with them for our project.”
Laurel M. / Residential
“We worked with A+E Design Lab to update and refresh a number of guest suites at our Lewis River Inn property located in Woodland, WA. The team transformed and refreshed the spaces so that the rooms now look more modern and stylish. There is no way we could have done this on our own without either making costly mistakes or bad design decisions. We had a great experience working with Allyson & Emily from start to finish, and would highly recommend them!”
Sabra N. / Commercial
“Their eye for detail, creativity, and ability to truly understand a client’s vision has made every collaboration smooth and incredibly successful. They not only bring a client’s idea to the table but also think through the functionality and flow of the space, which has made a huge difference in the final product. Communication is always clear, timelines are met, and the process feels easy — even when the project or client is complex.”
A. T. / Builder
“I have been a custom home builder & remodeler for 35 years. We have worked with several different designers before, and A+E Design is at the top of our list to recommend to our customers, we love working with A+E Design Lab. Allyson & Emily are so helpful in many ways, helping the customer with ideas & selection, they produce great drawing / designs that lets the customer get a real feel of the look after the project is finished, it is sometimes hard for the customer to visualize so this is a great tool. We highly recommend A+E Design Lab.”
Grayson T. / New Construction
“Without their help, we wouldn’t have been able to get this project off the ground. They were such an inspiration with bringing ideas to the table and designing our new space. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend their services or work with them again in the future. Emily and Allyson are both very professional, kind and thoughtful every step of the way and I very much enjoyed working with them for our project.”
Laurel M. / Residential
“We worked with A+E Design Lab to update and refresh a number of guest suites at our Lewis River Inn property located in Woodland, WA. The team transformed and refreshed the spaces so that the rooms now look more modern and stylish. There is no way we could have done this on our own without either making costly mistakes or bad design decisions. We had a great experience working with Allyson & Emily from start to finish, and would highly recommend them!”
Sabra N. / Commercial
“Their eye for detail, creativity, and ability to truly understand a client’s vision has made every collaboration smooth and incredibly successful. They not only bring a client’s idea to the table but also think through the functionality and flow of the space, which has made a huge difference in the final product. Communication is always clear, timelines are met, and the process feels easy — even when the project or client is complex.”
A. T. / New Construction
Dream. Design. Deliver
Our Interior Design Approach
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Knowledge-Based
Our design methodology combines formal education, continuous learning, and industry certifications to deliver informed, innovative and inspired interior solutions that bring visions to life.
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White-Glove Oversight
We provide comprehensive project management and regularly communicate, to keep you informed and at ease throughout the design implementation and build-out process.
3
Holistic Perspective
Our team combines technical expertise with creative vision, plus real-world experience that goes beyond interior design, to deliver results that match expectations and meet project goals.
4
Construction Savvy
With established industry connections and technical expertise, we bridge creativity and construction, ensuring our smart designs meet practical building realities.
Transforming spaces, elevating lives.
Why A+E
The spaces our team designs define lifestyles and achieve ideal outcomes. We tell personalized stories using the physical surroundings as a conduit. Our designs enhance the spaces where life happens – at home, at work, or at play, creating built environments that feel authentic and meaningful.
FAQs
Your Interior Design Questions, Answered
What is a design lab?
A+E is considered a design lab because of our unique approach to the creative process. With a diverse background and formal design education, we evaluate ideas, work iteratively, and adjust options based on feedback to achieve ideal results. Inspired by scientific methods, our step-by-step design process is the perfect compound of observation, analysis, planning, research, and creative application to achieve interiors that have just the right amount of design chemistry.
What is your approach to interior design projects?
We don’t subscribe to one genre of design — instead, we work closely with our clients and industry partners to uncover the motivations and emotional connections they have to their environment, and then apply that understanding to identify and define their preferred aesthetic style. Whether your preference is modern, maximalist , or eclectic, we create spaces that reflect your unique style and meet the requirements of your lifestyle.
What are popular design styles in Portland, OR?
Portland is a vibrant, creative city with both an outdoorsy feel and a distinctive, quirky personality. Interior design styles tend to focus on earthy elements combined with sustainable materials and building practices. Most homes in the area are filled with nature-inspired designs as well as built with an artisanal craftsmanship that make spaces feel inviting, warm, and comfortable. These Pacific NW aesthetics can be easily tailored to your exact preferences when paired with our design solutions.
What home styles are common in Portland neighborhoods?
Portland is known for cozy craftsman homes that showcase low-pitched roofs, wide porches, and exposed wood beams. Also common are foursquare homes, which appear boxy and are easy to construct. Finally, single-story midcentury homes, especially those with large windows, can be found throughout the Portland metro region. In more recent years, contemporary-modern, Scandinavian or Asian-inspired architectural styles are increasingly popular and are popping up in unexpected neighborhoods.
Each of these genres can be tailored to your personality and individual style with our unique interior design solutions. While staying true to the character of your home, we can merge different stylistic preferences in order to build a unique space to call your own.
Do you offer commercial interior design services?
Yes, in addition to residential interior design, A+E offers design solutions for commercial businesses as well. We focus on hospitality, wellness, and office spaces. In addition, we partner with homebuilders to provide interior design solutions for their new build spec or model homes, sales offices and neighborhood developments.
How much does residential interior design cost in Portland?
In Portland, Oregon, interior design services vary based on the designer, scope and complexity of a project. A small, hourly engagement may cost between $150 and $250 an hour and usually requires a minimum of several hours, while a larger office space or whole home design may be charged a flat rate, or sometimes a fee is calculated as a percentage of the overall project cost. In each scenario, the fee structure will be dependent on your requirements and the type of services to be included in the project in order to complete the job. Get in touch for a personalized estimate and consultation.
