Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Interior Design Partner in San Francisco
Heidi Mortensen Design is a full-service interior design firm established in 1999, specializing in contemporary residential projects across the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. Our approach combines creative vision, technical expertise, and meticulous attention to detail to transform client aspirations into functional, aesthetically compelling spaces. With a background in fine arts and construction, Heidi brings a unique blend of artistic sensibility and practical knowledge to every project, ensuring seamless collaboration with contractors and artisans. We serve clients from initial concept through completion, offering tailored solutions for kitchen and bathroom remodels, whole-house renovations, custom furniture design, and color consultation. Our reputation for delivering personalized, stress-free design experiences has fostered long-term relationships with a diverse clientele, including first-time homeowners and those updating established residences.Featured in California Home + Design magazine, our work consistently exceeds expectations by balancing creative innovation with budget-conscious decision-making. Clients praise our ability to translate vague ideas into cohesive designs that reflect their individual lifestyles while maintaining a joyful, collaborative process. Our commitment to quality extends to sourcing materials, managing timelines, and addressing potential construction challenges proactively. With projects spanning from intimate spaces to large-scale renovations, we prioritize functionality without compromising artistic expression. Our teams expertise in spatial planning, color theory, and material selection ensures each project achieves both aesthetic and practical excellence.
Services
Kitchen Remodels
Bathroom Design
Whole House Renovations
Custom Furniture Design
Color Consultation
Space Planning
Design Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 24 years of experience in residential interior design since 1999
- Our team combines fine arts expertise with construction industry knowledge
- We provide tailored design solutions for kitchens, bathrooms, and whole homes
- Our process includes proactive budget management and timeline coordination
- We maintain a 95% client retention rate for multi-project collaborations
What people say
Creative and fun to work with
Transformed vague ideas into perfect designs
Expertise in color and spatial planning
Proactive budget management
Stress-free design process
Services
Kitchen Remodels
Specialized kitchen renovations that optimize functionality and aesthetics. We create custom layouts with premium materials selection, ensuring seamless workflow and storage solutions. Our process includes detailed construction plans and contractor coordination to deliver modern, durable kitchens tailored to client lifestyles.
Bathroom Design
Luxury bathroom transformations focusing on spatial efficiency and material innovation. We specify fixtures, tiles, and lighting to create spa-like environments while addressing plumbing constraints. Projects include accessibility upgrades and energy-efficient solutions, managed from concept to final installation.
Whole House Renovations
Comprehensive home transformations requiring architectural integration and systems upgrades. Our team coordinates structural changes, interior/exterior design cohesion, and timeline management for large-scale projects. Services include historic preservation elements and modernization of outdated spaces while maintaining property character.
Color Consultation
Professional color strategy for interior and exterior spaces. We analyze natural light, architectural features, and client preferences to create harmonious palettes. Services include paint selection, material coordination, and digital visualization tools to ensure color choices enhance spatial perception and personal style.
Design Consultation
Flexible design advisory services for specific project needs. Offered as single sessions or ongoing support, covering space planning, furniture arrangement, and renovation decision-making. Includes resource recommendations and prioritization strategies for DIY-oriented clients seeking professional expertise.
People
Heidi Mortensen
Principal Designer
BFA in sculpture with 24 years of residential design experience. Combines European design principles with tropical influences from her Hawaiian upbringing. Expertise in translating client visions into award-winning spaces while maintaining construction process efficiency.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the San Francisco Bay Area including Marin, East Bay, and Wine Country, with select projects in Hawaii, Mendocino, and the East Coast.
What design styles do you specialize in?
While we adapt to client preferences, our expertise lies in contemporary designs that balance modern aesthetics with functional living requirements across various architectural styles.
Can you work with existing renovation plans?
Yes, we offer collaborative services for clients who already have architectural plans, providing interior specification guidance and material selection expertise.
How do you handle project timelines?
We create detailed schedules with milestone tracking, coordinating with contractors to maintain timelines while addressing construction challenges proactively to prevent delays.
What's your design process timeline?
Projects typically range from 3-6 months depending on scope, including 2-4 weeks for initial concept development and 8-12 weeks for implementation phases with regular client check-ins.
Do you offer virtual design services?
We provide limited virtual consultation services for color selection and small space planning projects, though full-scale renovations require in-person assessments.
