Studio H

I hired Jess and team for a small staircase and second story remodel for a 1940s home. I could not be happier with the space and recommend her team to anyone I know looking for an architect. They are talented, patient(!), knowledgeable and so detail oriented. I especially appreciate guidance / recommendations throughout the process and problem solving to cost-effectively make the project work.

After visiting three renovation/addition homes designed by Jessica we were ready to hire her. Our initial meeting was merely a meet-and-greet. She was quite comprehensive in determining our hopes/likes/wishes. Our goal was to repurpose and add to existing square footage while maintaining the house's integrity; her design was spectacular. Jessica was both timely and courteous. Designs and elevations were to scale, complimenting our house perfectly. Any tweaks (few) and what-ifs were welcomed. Inside, the layout flows beautifully. Outside, new and old mesh. Attention to detail creates much visual interest. We now have an elegant addition (inside and out) that matches the 1930's original. And she came in BELOW our anticipated budget!

Studio H was fantastic to work with on our second story bungalow addition! All of the design options drafted for our consideration were amazing but the final design made our house into the home it was supposed to be. And the attention to both form and our list of functional wants/needs was handled masterfully. To top it off, Studio H collaborated seamlessly with our amazing GC to create a flawless melding of new and old that continues to draw comments two years after the completed renovation.

We had a wonderful experience with Jessica and Studio H. From day one, Jessica understood what we needed, both functionally and design-wise, in our second story addition and designed several options for us. Jessica listened to us during the entire design phase of the project and delivered plans with a level of detail that our builder appreciated immensely. Studio H pairs a professional level of expertise with a friendly and patient approach to design experience.

Jess and her team at Studo-H Design did an amazing job designing out second story bungalow addition. Many of our neighbors and friends have commented that they would never know the second story was an addition unless they had seen the house previously, because it has the perfect period look, lines, scales and materials as the original craftsman bungalow. Many times I felt as though Jess absolutely read my mind even when I could not accurately explain the look that I desired. Jess presented several 'schematic' plans, and once we chose the parts of each plan that we liked she wove the plans together for a design with a big 'wow' factor especially in our generous master bath and our quaint butler's pantry passthrough. She seamlessly blended the historic details that we have always loved about the house and wanted to preserve with the modern open concept kitchen and generous master suite that 21st century families enjoy. I always imagined that I would need to hire a separate kitchen designer but once I reviewed Jess' detailed interior plans for our kitchen I knew that would not be needed, because she designed everything flawlessly. During the construction phase, Jess worked closely with our engineer and builder to ensure that the design was carried out which is especially helpful when you discover exactly how uneven your existing and floors and walls are. Jess is truly in her element when designing bungalows, and I feel like she loves my house just as much as I do during every step of the process. Thanks to Studio-H design and our wonderful builders (Stirling Group) we have our dream house, and I would not change one thing about it!!

One of the gratifying moments with a remodel such as Jessica’s Plaza Midwood Craftsman is when observers find it difficult to distinguish existing from new. This begins with proper design paired with understanding clients’ needs and incorporating modern amenities. Design is not just sketching spaces but finding balance, proportion, and symmetry to mesh with and embellish the home’s language. Jessica and her team consistently present us with plans that evoke emotion and instill pride in what we create. Whether it’s the homeowner, neighborhood, or passersby, this energy translates to all who interact with the home. Having had the honor of building Jessica’s designs, we witness this skill set first hand. It’s been a joy working with Studio H and we look forward to seeing her continued success.

I have a unique perspective in watching Jessica Hindman grow Studio H into quite a fine residential design firm, in that first began witnessing her development as fellow classmates in North Carolina State University's Master of Architecture Program. A decade later, this past June in Charlotte NC, it was exciting to work alongside her again in a professional capacity - as a photographer. Jessica's passion for architecture, sensitivity to design and connectivity to her clients resounds just as clearly today as it did years ago. In this particular project I documented, her honed talent and skills enabled to seamlessly create a second-story addition in the identical character and vernacular as the original home. In my brief interaction with the client, they couldn't be happier with the result and likewise, I couldn't be happier working with such a wonderful and trusted colleague.