Business Details
24 Years
experience
Award-Winning Interior Design & Build Services in Atlanta
Founded in 2002 by Jack Mattern on Chicago's North Shore, Modify began with a vision to create beautiful, functional spaces despite challenging environments. In 2007, the company relocated to Atlanta, where Julia Mattern joined to combine her artistic design expertise with Jack's construction background. Our approach bridges the gap between aesthetic dreams and practical realities by collaborating closely with clients to understand their unique lifestyles and goals. We offer a seamless integration of interior design, construction, and furnishings, ensuring cohesive results that reflect each client's personality.Our process begins with in-depth consultations to assess needs, followed by collaborative planning and implementation. We specialize in transforming spaces through creative solutions, whether through furniture and lighting or structural renovations. Beyond design, we prioritize community impact through partnerships like the Furniture Bank of Atlanta, supporting families in need. With over two decades of experience, our team delivers tailored spaces that balance beauty, functionality, and lasting value.
Services
Interior Design
Kitchen Renovation
Home Additions
Commercial Remodeling
Furnishings Selection
Basement Renovation
Custom Cabinetry
Lighting Plans
Art Consultation
Paint Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in design and construction.
- Our integrated design-build approach ensures cohesive project execution.
- We prioritize client-specific solutions through personalized consultations.
- Community involvement drives our commitment to social impact initiatives.
- Attention to detail spans from material selection to structural transformations.
What people say
Beautiful spaces
Attentive to detail
Seamless process
Creative solutions
Community-focused
Services
Interior Design
Our interior design service blends aesthetics and functionality to create personalized spaces. We begin with client consultations to understand lifestyle needs, then develop tailored concepts using CAD drawings and material selections. From lighting plans to custom furniture, we ensure every detail aligns with your vision while maximizing usability.
Kitchen Renovation
Kitchen renovations transform outdated spaces into modern, efficient hubs. We handle structural changes, cabinetry installation, and appliance integration while maintaining design cohesion. Our process includes layout optimization, material sourcing, and project management to ensure timely, stress-free transformations that enhance both value and daily living.
Home Additions
Home additions create functional new spaces tailored to your growing needs. We manage permits, structural engineering, and construction coordination to seamlessly integrate additions like sunrooms or second-story expansions. Our team ensures aesthetic continuity with existing architecture while improving comfort and property value through expertly executed expansions.
Commercial Remodeling
Commercial remodeling services refresh workspaces to boost productivity and client impressions. We specialize in layouts that balance aesthetics with workflow efficiency, handling everything from partition installation to finish upgrades. Our team minimizes business disruption through phased construction schedules while delivering modern, code-compliant environments tailored to operational needs.
Furnishings Selection
Furnishings selection curates cohesive, stylish elements that reflect your personal taste. We source sofas, rugs, artwork, and accessories while considering durability and spatial harmony. This service includes vendor partnerships for exclusive pieces and virtual consultations to refine choices, ensuring every item contributes to a polished, livable space without conflicting design visions.
People
Jack Mattern
Owner & General Contractor
Jack founded Modify in 2002 after gaining construction experience at age 16. He oversees project execution, ensuring structural integrity and adherence to timelines while collaborating with Julia on design-build integration.
Julia Mattern
Owner & Principal Designer
Julia leads design strategy with an art-focused background. She develops client concepts and material selections, emphasizing personalized aesthetics that align with functional requirements through collaborative design sessions.
Kate
Designer
Kate contributes to residential and commercial projects, managing client communications and design documentation. She specializes in spatial planning and finish selections to maintain cohesive project execution.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Atlanta and surrounding metro areas, with past experience working in Chicago's North Shore region.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes, our integrated design-build model manages both phases internally to ensure cohesive project outcomes.
How does your design process start?
We begin with an in-home consultation to understand your lifestyle needs, aesthetic preferences, and budget constraints.
Are financing options available?
Financing availability depends on project scope—please contact us directly to discuss potential payment plans.
Do you support community initiatives?
We partner with the Furniture Bank of Atlanta, donating furnishings to help families transition from homelessness.
