Our Design Process
That breadth means clients receive something that's truly rare:
A Designer, who sees both the intimate details and the full construction chessboard, operating at the intersection of architecture, interiors and, strategic design consulting. A Designer who understands not just how your home should feel — but, How it must be permitted, Sub-Contractors & Builder's Bids when Pricing your project, section cuts, construction drawings, building codes, and how your greatest asset to be protected. A Designer, that believes in educating the client, so they can advocate for themselves in the future far after this project is completed and when the next one comes along.
Your future home should be treated as your family's largest financial asset.
Hentz Inspired Living
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​Beauty meets Structure
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Art meets Engineering
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Where Vision meets Accountability
The result is design that feels intentional—because it is.
The Architectural & Interior Design Studios are known for:
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Designs that increases long-term property value
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Reducing Design-Related Construction Risk
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Builder-Ready Documents that Reduce Change Orders (& Associated Fees) and Construction Material Waste
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Deep Fluency in building materials, Custom Exterior/Interior Millwork, Lighting, and systems
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Preserving architectural integrity under real-world budgets
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And a highly disciplined, phase-driven design process that protects both clients and capital
Our design philosophy is rooted in intention, ensuring that your personality shines through in every corner of your home. We strive to create moments that spark joy and warmth, making each space a reflection of our client's style. It's has always been HIL’s careful intention that allowed us to protect their budget, and being mindful in our communication efforts, when finally give them back their keys… they truly do feel that appreciation recharging in their new environment, where they spend so much time with friends and family… They can feel it has truly been our honor!
WHAT WE DO
Hentz Inspired Living provides residential architectural design, interior planning, and pre-construction support services for custom homes, remodels, renovations, and residential improvements.
Our process focuses on helping clients:
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organize ideas
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clarify scope
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improve functionality
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coordinate selections
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reduce overwhelm
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communicate more effectively during construction
A More Thoughtful Way to Design & Build
At Hentz Inspired Living, we believe great homes begin with thoughtful planning, clear communication, and intentional design.
Founded by Susan Hentz, our studio combines residential architectural design, interiors, and construction collaboration to help homeowners and builders create spaces that are beautiful, functional, and designed for real life.
From custom homes and renovations to kitchen remodels, aging-in-place planning, and pre-construction support, our goal is to help projects feel more organized, more buildable, and less overwhelming from the start.
Why Our Process Takes Time
Creating a custom home isn't about drawing walls.
It's about making thousands of interconnected decisions before construction ever begins.
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Every circulation path.
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Every sightline.
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Every window placement.
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Every cabinet.
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Every electrical outlet.
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Every storage decision.
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Every relationship between architecture, interiors, and the way your family actually lives. The homes we design typically require six to nine months before construction drawings are complete. Not because we're slow. Because thoughtful design takes time. There are no shortcuts to creating a home that will serve your family for the next thirty years.
We Design Around Life
Most homes are designed around rooms.
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We design around routines.
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How you entertain.
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How you cook.
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How your children do homework.
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How grandparents visit.
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How you unload groceries.
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Where backpacks land.
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Where Christmas decorations are stored.
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Where your dog sleeps.
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How you'll age comfortably in your home.
These seemingly small decisions become the difference between a house that looks beautiful and one that truly supports everyday life.
Kitchen Renovations
Modernize your culinary space with stylish and functional upgrades.
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Bathroom Remodels
Create a luxurious and practical oasis in your home
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Basement Finishing
Transform your basement into a comfortable living area
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Home Additions
Expand your living space seamlessly
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Exterior Upgrades
Enhance your home’s curb appeal and exterior features
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Custom Carpentry
Add unique character with tailored woodwork solutions
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Interior Redesigns
Revamp your home’s interior for better flow and functionality
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Energy-Efficient Upgrades
Improve your home’s energy efficiency with modern solutions
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Trusted Advocacy
We help clients think critically, ask better questions, and avoid costly mistakes.
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Beauty + Function
We believe informed clients make better decisions and experience better outcomes.
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Long-Term Thinking
We consider future needs, flexibility, aging-in-place, resale, and how a home supports life over time.
What Makes Hentz Inspired Living Different?
Most firms focus on drawings.
Others focus on aesthetics.
We focus on helping people make smarter home decisions.
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Thoughtful Guidance
We help simplify complex decisions and reduce overwhelm so clients feel confident moving forward.
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Real-Life Function
We design around routines, lifestyle, storage, comfort, accessibility, family dynamics, and how people truly live.
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Education First
We believe informed clients make better decisions and experience better outcomes.
The Design Roadmap
A Clear Path, One Step at a Time
Design can feel overwhelming when everything is imagined at once. Our process is intentionally structured to guide you through decisions in a thoughtful, manageable way.
Each phase builds on the one before it. Big ideas come first. Details follow. Nothing is rushed, and nothing is finalized before it’s ready. This phased approach keeps the process clear, flexible, and grounded—so you always know where you are and what comes next.
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We Believe Good Design Supports Real Life
Real life is messy.
Families evolve.
Needs change.
Children grow.
Parents age.
Health shifts.
Work changes.
Routines change.
Life changes.
Homes should adapt alongside the people living in them.
We think deeply about circulation, storage, comfort, function, flexibility, accessibility, wellness, gathering, privacy, and everyday routines because those details shape daily life.
We Believe Beautiful Homes
Should Function Beautifully
Good design is not just visual.
It is practical.
Intentional.
Comfortable.
Livable.
A beautiful kitchen that frustrates daily routines is not successful design.
A stunning bathroom that does not support accessibility or aging is incomplete planning.
We believe homes should support how people actually live — not simply how spaces photograph.
