Business Details
28 Years
experience
Award-Winning Multifamily Interior Design Solutions
At HPA Design Group, we have dedicated over 25 years to redefining multifamily interior design, specializing in luxury apartments, student housing, senior living communities, mixed-use spaces, and boutique hospitality. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, our firm combines strategic design thinking with market-research-driven solutions to deliver resident-centric environments that exceed expectations. Our three national offices in Dallas, Orlando, and Costa Mesa serve a diverse client base across 25 states, managing projects from concept through completion with precision and creativity.Our leadership team brings decades of expertise in interior architecture, branding, and business development, ensuring every project aligns with client objectives while maintaining financial discipline. Through a collaborative approach, we transform client visions into award-winning spaces that set industry benchmarks for innovation and functionality.
Services
Multifamily Interior Design
Student Housing Design
Senior Living Design
Hospitality Interior Design
Mixed-Use Development Design
Boutique Hotel Design
Residential Renovations
Signage & Wayfinding
Branding & Identity Design
Environmental Graphics
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in multifamily interior design
- Our team manages three national offices with a focus on client relationships
- We ensure every project is completed on time and within budget
- Specializing in luxury, market-rate, and workforce apartments, student housing, and senior living
- Our resident-centric approach sets precedents for future development footprints
Services
Multifamily Interior Design
Our multifamily interior design service creates market-leading living spaces for luxury apartments, workforce housing, and mixed-use developments. Through demographic analysis and market research, we craft environments that maximize resident satisfaction while optimizing leasing performance across 25 states.
Senior Living Design
We design age-in-place communities that combine accessibility with aesthetic appeal, focusing on safety and comfort for senior residents. Our solutions balance functionality with sophisticated design elements to create welcoming environments that meet evolving lifestyle needs.
Signage & Wayfinding
Our comprehensive signage solutions integrate branding elements with practical navigation systems. From initial concept through installation, we create cohesive sign programs that reinforce brand identity while ensuring clear directional guidance throughout residential and commercial properties.
Hospitality Interior Design
We craft boutique hospitality environments that blend luxury with practical functionality. Our designs create memorable guest experiences through tailored aesthetic choices and spatial planning that enhance operational efficiency while reflecting each property's unique character.
Branding & Identity
Our branding service develops cohesive visual identities that align with property positioning. We create unified brand packages including logos, marketing materials, and environmental graphics that establish strong market presence and maintain consistency across all touchpoints.
People
Chelsea Dora-Shibley
President of Interior Design
With 17+ years in interior design, Chelsea leads HPA's strategic vision and daily operations. She manages national offices while maintaining financial oversight, ensuring timely completion of high-quality design projects that exceed client expectations.
Karen Stillwagon
Vice President of Interior Architecture
A Texas A&M graduate with 20+ years in multifamily design, Karen oversees architectural quality and creative direction. She leads national design teams through all project phases, combining technical expertise with innovative solutions for complex developments.
Amy Becker
Vice President of Marketing
Amy manages HPA's business development and marketing teams with two decades of design industry experience. She builds client relationships and facilitates connections between top designers and major clients to ensure successful project outcomes.
Questions
What services does HPA Design Group offer?
We specialize in multifamily interior design for luxury apartments, student housing, senior living communities, mixed-use developments, and boutique hospitality spaces.
How long has HPA Design Group been in business?
Our firm has delivered award-winning design solutions since our founding in 1998, with over 25 years of industry experience.
Where are HPA Design Group's offices located?
We are headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with regional offices in Costa Mesa, California, and Orlando, Florida.
Do you handle renovation projects?
Yes, we provide comprehensive design services for both new construction and renovation projects across multiple property types.
