Business Details
Expert Interior Design & Historic Renovations
Four Square Design Studio is a boutique design firm specializing in residential and small commercial projects. While our expertise spans new construction, we are particularly distinguished for our work in historically-sensitive additions and renovations. Our in-depth knowledge of architectural styles from the 19th to mid-20th century allows us to preserve the integrity of historic properties while integrating modern functionality. We excel in navigating Houston's Certificate of Appropriateness process, ensuring compliance with historic district regulations.Our comprehensive services include technical drawings for permits, full interior detailing, cabinetry design, and selection of finishes, lighting, and fixtures. We extend our expertise to complete interior treatments, including color palettes, furniture, and accessories. By emphasizing adaptive reuse, we transform older buildings into contemporary spaces that honor their original design. Our team balances historic expertise with modern aesthetics, appealing to clients who value innovative design collaborations.
Services
Residential Design
Commercial Projects
Historic Renovations
Interior Detailing
Kitchen/Bath Design
Adaptive Reuse
Certificate of Appropriateness Assistance
Highlights and features
- Specialized in Houston's Certificate of Appropriateness compliance
- Comprehensive historic renovation expertise spanning 19th to mid-20th century styles
- Full-service interior detailing from technical drawings to finished spaces
- Proven track record in adaptive reuse of historic buildings
- Balanced approach merging traditional architecture with modern design
Services
Historic Renovations
Preserve architectural heritage through historically-sensitive renovations. Specializing in 19th to mid-20th century styles, we ensure structural integrity while modernizing interiors. Our team navigates Houston's Certificate of Appropriateness process for seamless regulatory compliance.
Interior Detailing
Create cohesive interiors from technical drawings to finished spaces. Services include cabinetry design, fixture selection, and material specification. We integrate lighting, flooring, and tile work to achieve functional, aesthetically consistent environments that reflect client preferences.
Kitchen/Bath Design
Optimize functionality and aesthetics in kitchen and bathroom spaces. Our designs balance practical layouts with stylistic elements, selecting fixtures and finishes that enhance usability while maintaining visual harmony with the building's architectural character.
Adaptive Reuse
Transform obsolete structures into contemporary functional spaces. We identify creative opportunities in older buildings, reimagining layouts and systems while preserving historic elements that define architectural identity and community character.
Certificate of Appropriateness Assistance
Navigate Houston's historic district regulations with expert documentation preparation. We ensure proposed renovations align with district guidelines through detailed plans and material selections that satisfy preservation requirements while meeting modern needs.
