In the world of home renovation, it is incredibly easy to get swept up in the "jewelry" of a room. We fall in love with a hand-glazed zellige tile for a kitchen remodel or a brushed gold faucet for a bathroom remodel. These finishes are the tactile, beautiful elements that make a house feel like a home.
However, at Mise en Place Design, we know that even the most expensive backsplash can’t fix a poorly planned room. That is why our process of interior architectural design starts from the inside out. We focus on the "skeleton"—the structural bones and the flow of the space—long before we ever look at a tile sample.
The Architecture of the Everyday
When we look at a residential remodel in Bainbridge Island or Poulsbo, we aren’t just looking at the surfaces. We are looking at the infrastructure. The "skeleton" of your room includes:
Sightlines and Light: How does the sun move through your home in Kitsap during the winter? We adjust the architecture to harvest that light, ensuring the room feels alive even on gray days.
The Anatomy of Movement: Is the dishwasher in the way of the prep zone? Does the bathroom door swing into the vanity? We use custom home design principles to ensure the "flow" is intuitive.
The Hidden Workhorses: Plumbing, electrical, and HVAC placement. A beautiful kitchen isn't beautiful if the outlets are in the wrong spot or the vent hood is too loud.
Visualizing the Framework
One of the most powerful tools in our architectdesign arsenal is the use of high-fidelity computer renderings. In our Silverdale studio, we don’t just show you colors; we show you the volume of the space.
By seeing the "skeleton" in 3D, our clients in Gig Harbor and Kingston can understand how a wall removal or a ceiling height change impacts the soul of the room. It allows us to "measure twice and cut once," ensuring that the custom cabinetry fits with surgical precision.
Why "Bones" Come Before "Beauty"
Think of your home like a professional kitchen—the inspiration for our name, Mise en Place. A chef doesn't start cooking by garnishing a plate; they start by organizing their station.
If the skeleton of the room is correct, the finishes become the natural conclusion to a well-told story. When the lighting is perfectly recessed, the walkways are generous, and the storage is integrated through custom cabinetry, the backsplash isn't just a finish—it's the finishing touch on a masterpiece of engineering.
Designing for Longevity in the Puget Sound
Whether you are in Port Orchard, Bremerton, or the quiet woods of Seabeck, your home deserves a foundation that lasts. By focusing on interior architecture first, we create spaces that aren't just trendy—they are timeless.
Are you ready to look beneath the surface of your next project? Let's build a skeleton that supports the life you want to lead.