About Hartman Design Group

For Hartman Design Group, every design is unique and every design detail is intentional. Through careful research and deep analytics we create solutions that answer our clients’ needs and steer their vision toward success.

This method has been part of our corporate DNA from the beginning, and it continues to be employed by our leadership and design team everyday.

Our Process

Learn how we design environments that inspire people to love where they live.

Our process begins by understanding the goals, resources, timeline, and the subtleties of the program. We develop solutions that are memorable, durable, programmable, operationally efficient, informed by the locale, and certain to drive financial success for our clients.

programing, design research & CONCEPT

This phase is foundational to our design process, aimed at ensuring that a robust concept minimizes the need for costly adjustments in subsequent stages.

Schematic Design

Our approach to the schematic design phase marks a crucial juncture where creativity converges with strategic planning to establish the groundwork for extraordinary interior environments.

Design Development

During the Design Development phase, we place a strong emphasis on client feedback obtained from the Schematic Design Phase.

Interior Construction Documentation

The Construction Documents phase represents a pivotal stage where meticulous planning and precise detailing transform creative visions into tangible reality.

Construction OBSERVATION

The Construction Observation phase is where diligent oversight ensures that the design vision is brought to fruition with meticulous attention to detail and quality craftsmanship.

FURNITURE SELECTION & SPECIFICATION

The Furniture Selection & Specification phase represents a meticulous process aimed at curating and specifying furnishings that seamlessly integrate functionality and aesthetics within interior spaces.

Procurement

In the Procurement phase at HDG, we meticulously source and acquire furniture, fixtures, and artwork to bring the design vision to life.

Installation

During the Installation phase at HDG, we meticulously orchestrate the transformation of conceptual designs into tangible, captivating spaces.

our awards & recognition

Hartman Design Group has been celebrated around the country.  We are proud to be recognized by our regional and national peers .

Our Clients & PaRTNERS

Hartman Design Group partners with developers, owners, capital investors, and architects.

Our clients and partners range from small family businesses to nationally recognized corporations.

We’ve had the pleasure of working with some of the industry’s most admired and respected development professionals. With our emphasis on design and service, their testimonials are perhaps the most important “trophies” on our shelf.

Alexis Krug Architecture LLC

Architects Collaborative Inc

Architectural Lighting by Shugarman

Atlantic Pacific Companies

Audubon Land Development

BCT Design Group

BGO

Balfour Beatty

Barton Partners

Brawner Management

Buch Construction

CCG Residential Construction

Carr City Centers

Clark Construction Group

DCS Architects

Davis Construction

Design Collective

Donohoe Development

Dwell Studio

Equity Residential

Gensler

HOC of Montgomery County

Hekemian & Co.

Hoffman

JBG Smith

JKRP Architects

KGD Architecture

Lessard Design

MRP Realty

Mahan Rykiel Landscaping

Maurice Walters Architect, Inc.

McCullough Construction

Michael Graves Architecture

Mitchell/Matthews Architects & Planners

Monument Realty

O'Connor Capital Partners

PGN Architects

Parker Rodriguez Landscape Architecture

Petersen Companies

Radnor Property Group

SCG Development

SJG Properties

SK+I Architecture

Shalom Baranes Associates

Solomon Cordwell Buenz Architects

Steuart Investment Company

Studio 39 Landscape Architecture

The NHP Foundation

Urban Atlantic

WDG Architecture

Whiting Turner

Williams Company

Windsor Communities

Paradigm has partnered with HDG for over 25 years & the trust established during those years has led to a distinct design aesthetic & product branding that brings out the best in each property. HDG is dedicated to creating, renewing and transforming amenity areas to bring a dramatic effect to each space through their effective use of color, materials & design elements. As always, the collaborative efforts of HDG and Paradigm produce well-executed projects that consistently exceed our expectations & sets a new level of standards.

Clarke Ewart

Executive Vice President, Sr. Principal

Paradigm Companies

There is a reason why Hartman Design Group is considered among the best. Phyllis Hartman’s vision is just beyond. The company’s attention to detail is top-notch and they were very easy to work with throughout the process. Phyllis’ staff was there every step of the way and showed great professionalism. They provided a high-quality product. Very happy with the outcome!

JiRod Freeman

Sr. Community Manager

Greystar

"I just cannot tell you how I feel when I see how you and your teammates “interpret” our projects in such a very special way! You make our public spaces so unique, compelling environments for the very lucky residents who experience your brilliance on a daily basis. Skymark enriches the built environment and social fabric of our community so profoundly! Please, once again, accept my most sincere thanks for and congratulations to you and your team for creating these most special places!

Ray Ritchey

Senior Executive Vice President of the Washington DC Region

BXP

The Milton is going well. The interiors have gotten great comments – as everyone especially loves the hospitality feel of the roof amenity. The ground floor coffee bar area is also getting lots of work-from-home usage. Overall we are very pleased with the final results. Thanks as well to your team for making sure the design was well executed.

Abbey Oaklak

Director, Multifamily Redevelopment

Kimco Realty

Hartman Design Group has been a trusted partner for us on several large projects and on each occasion has provided a timeless design and memorable spaces for our residents. The Hartman team’s grasp of innovative design solutions, ever-changing amenity trends, and willingness to think outside of the box when approaching a project makes them a critical member of our project teams, leading to numerous design awards and more importantly amenity spaces that we are all proud of.

Richard Ellis

Senior Vice President

BXP

We noticed significantly higher retention rates, rent growth and strength in leasing. We realized that we created an overall lifestyle experience that residents are willing to pay for.

Lesley Lisser

Senior Director, Asset Management

Invesco Real Estate

Hartman Design Group has the capability to deliver first-class results. Paradigm Management Company has undertaken several renovation projects (and several more planned) with HDG and we have been extremely pleased with the finished product. Their attention to detail in every area, from design drawings to furniture selection, reflects a level of experience and capability not found with other design organizations.

Alice Barrett

Senior Vice President

Paradigm Companies

We are excited about how the interiors came together at Venture! You guys knocked it out of the park.

Rudy Knott

Development Manager

Foulger Pratt

Every time I visit the community I continue to be wowed by the amenity spaces and all the details. It’s just beautiful, the materials, the furniture, the fabric. I also have fallen in love with the art! Today I really took a close look at the Boston Tea Party art with the rainbow tea bags and it just made me feel like I was in a museum. The antique letters, maps. The way the details are present throughout the community but not forced is perfect.

Jennifer Kosiak

Vice President, Property Management

Mill Creek Residential

I had the opportunity to tour the renovations at Ovation. It is beautiful! Congratulations on another stunning reno! I am excited to see The Whitney in the future.

Juliana Thomas

Regional Vice President

Bozzuto

Just wanted to send a quick note about how much I enjoy working with your team. Not often enough do we send notes of gratitude when things are going well. The teams ability to work through challenges together is delightful and I have no doubt that we are pushing for the best for our client. Not once do I feel like this is a battle. I’m very excited to see the product that our teams will deliver together for this project!

Reginald Truxon

Southeast Region Design Management Leader

Gensler

We partnered with Hartman Design Group to transform an existing, 20-year-old multifamily building to a Class A apartment community that competes with new product. They exceeded our expectations. The space is now a stunning urban living experience with all of the amenities that today’s resident demands including multiple co-working spaces, a dramatic lobby, a sports bar and a brand new state of the art fitness center. The feedback from residents and our investment team has been overwhelmingly positive.

Chris Steele

Vice President, Construction Services

Equity Residential

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