Business Details
27 Years
experience
Award-Winning Interior & Lighting Design Services in Baltimore
Established in 1999, Palindrome Design Associates is a Maryland State Certified Interior Design firm with dual expertise in interior and architectural lighting design. Our team holds prestigious certifications including ASID Professional Membership, NCIDQ certification, NCQLP Lighting Certification, and LEED AP registration. We deliver comprehensive design solutions for commercial, residential, and institutional projects across the Baltimore-Washington DC metro area, Annapolis, Alexandria, the Eastern Shore, and nationwide. Our 25-year legacy combines technical precision with creative innovation, utilizing advanced software like AutoCAD, Revit, and AGI32 to produce code-compliant, energy-efficient designs. As industry leaders, we bridge classical design principles with modern technology, ensuring projects meet rigorous standards while achieving aesthetic excellence.Our work spans diverse sectors including hospitality, education, religious institutions, and luxury residences, with a client-centric approach emphasizing collaboration and tailored solutions. Recognized with awards from IALD, ASID, and the Baltimore Historical Society, we maintain active roles in professional organizations while mentoring future design talent. Our financial and project management expertise ensures timely, accurate deliverables, supported by a commitment to sustainability through LEED-certified practices. With decades of combined experience, we provide technical analysis, 3D modeling, and lighting power density calculations to optimize both functionality and visual impact. Our dual focus on interior architecture and illumination creates spaces that balance artistic vision with practical performance requirements.
Services
Interior Design
Lighting Design
Architectural Lighting
Residential Design
Commercial Design
3D Modeling
Lighting Analysis
Space Planning
Code Compliance
Design Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We are Maryland State Certified Interior Designers with CID 2220 license
- Our team holds NCIDQ and NCQLP lighting design certifications
- LEED AP registered professionals for sustainable design expertise
- Award-winning work recognized by IALD, ASID, and Baltimore Historical Society
- 25+ years serving commercial, residential, and institutional clients nationwide
Associations and certifications
- ASID
- NCIDQ
- NCQLP
- IALD
- LEED AP
What people say
Award-winning work
Technical precision
Creative innovation
Code-compliant designs
Sustainable practices
Services
Interior Design
Our Maryland-certified interior design services encompass concept development, space planning, material selection, and construction documentation. We create functional, aesthetically pleasing environments for residential, commercial, and institutional clients using AutoCAD and Revit software. Our ASID-certified designers ensure code compliance while maintaining artistic integrity across all project types.
Lighting Design
Specializing in architectural lighting solutions, we provide 3D modeling, AGI32 analysis, and code-compliant lighting designs. Our NCQLP-certified team handles both interior and exterior projects, optimizing LED technology and control systems for energy efficiency while achieving desired aesthetic effects across residential and commercial applications.
Code Compliance
We ensure all designs meet ASHRAE, IECC, NEC, and LEED standards through detailed analysis and documentation. Our team performs lighting power density calculations, dimming schematics, and model lighting ordinance compliance checks to guarantee projects pass inspections while maintaining design integrity and energy efficiency.
3D Modeling
Using SketchUp Pro and Photoshop, we create photorealistic renderings and technical models for design development. Our visualization services include nightscape concepts, 3D lighting analysis, and construction documentation to support client presentations and ensure accurate implementation of design intent across all project phases.
Design Consultation
We offer professional guidance on material selection, lighting systems, and space optimization for architects, developers, and homeowners. Our consultation services leverage 30+ years of combined industry experience and technical expertise to enhance project outcomes while maintaining budget and schedule parameters.
People
Michael D. Noon
President
Certified interior designer with BS in Interior Design and 30+ years lighting industry experience. ASID member and former NCIDQ exam reviewer, specializing in commercial lighting analysis and LEED-certified projects. Teaches design practicums at local universities.
Patty Noon
Vice-President
CPA with University of Baltimore degree, managing financial operations and project procurement. Oversees design production and client communications, combining accounting expertise with interior design knowledge to ensure timely, accurate project delivery.
Questions
What design services do you offer?
We provide interior design, architectural lighting design, 3D modeling, code compliance analysis, and design consultation services for residential, commercial, and institutional projects.
Are you certified professionals?
Yes, we hold Maryland CID certification, ASID membership, NCIDQ certification, NCQLP lighting certification, and LEED AP registration across our team.
Which areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Baltimore, Washington DC, Annapolis, and Alexandria Virginia, with project experience nationwide and in the Caribbean.
How do you handle project timelines?
Our team provides detailed scheduling and documentation, with financial and project management oversight to ensure timely delivery of all design phases.
Can you work on historic buildings?
Yes, we've completed lighting and interior designs for historic structures like Lovely Lane Church and Eastern High School, balancing preservation with modern requirements.
How do you incorporate sustainability?
We follow LEED standards, perform energy-efficient lighting analysis, and use sustainable materials while maintaining design aesthetics and functionality.
