artistic homes

Architecture &

Interior Design

You want something that doesn’t exist - yet.

You don’t know quite what it is. I live in this world - in the future - imagining potential moments big and small. How the afternoon sun warms a corner of your room inviting you to cozy up with a book. How you move about with ease and comfort. What frames your view in everyday activities.

These moments, when pored over and cultured with intention, create what I call a luxury of the senses.

It isn’t about money, brands, or showing off, it is about you & living in beauty.

Andrew’s designs & expert advice is published worldwide

What if?

What if you could have all these problems not just solved - that's the bare minimum - but elevated into something greater than its parts, that delights and inspires you every day? That is our goal with every project, no matter how big or small: To give you something; to read the tea leaves and conjure up a world that is undeniably you.

Not the latest trends, not the lowest common denominator, and never agreeable gray; but something for you, through and through.

Why artistic?

Because life is worth celebrating.

Because a home without artistry is dysfunctional.

Because you’ve earned it.

Because construction is expensive, why waste the chance to make it magical?

“His work is impeccable and very meticulous.”
— Bishoy Doss
“What a lucky homeowner that gets to be enveloped in art every time the threshold is crossed. The music of Coltrane and Davis should be played in this space often.”

“I believe there is no other motivation for living than to express.”

- Louis Kahn

Express yourself

“I was impressed with his clean graceful lines and his keen understanding of how to make functional space an artistic statement.”
— Pat Barnett
“Throughout the project he was very patient, friendly & professional. Very serious about the details & extremely design oriented.”
— Shannon Mayfield

Prepare for your artistic home

  • Puget Sound Custom Home Financing

    Have you been contemplating a custom primary or second home, but the complexities of construction loans and financing have left you feeling overwhelmed and uncertain?

    This free report reviews the most IMPORTANT terms and conditions from each bank so you can negotiate the best deal, for you.

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  • Home design planning pack

    Are you ready to turn your building dreams into a reality but feeling unsure of where to start?

    Don’t worry, we're here to help! Our informative pack provides a simple and effective process to help you diagnose your project and get started on the right track.

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  • How to combine two or more apartments

    Discover the hidden advantages and the immense value that a thoughtfully combined apartment can bring to your lifestyle and investment.

    Immerse yourself in real-world examples of successful apartment combinations. Explore before and after floor plans and photos that showcase the dramatic transformations.

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  • Renovating your NYC home

    Made specifically for residents of New York City who want to renovate for the first time, this guide takes you through all the steps you will encounter, dispels the mystery of co-op board renovations, expeditors, and the like, and is packed with tips and information to make your renovation a breeze!

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Why work with Andrew?

Creativity – You are unique. Your home and your business are extensions of your personality. They deserve to be treated with ingenuity and passion.

Relationships – All design is relationships – between spaces and materials, but also between people. Building a professional relationship on mutual understanding and openness allows our work to transcend everyday solutions.

Diligence – Bright ideas are the spark. Persistence, clarity, and intent turn those ideas into reality.

Services

  • Needs and Options Review

    We create a road map that will guide you through the entire project. Andrew will work with you to determine your goals, priorities, points of opportunity, budget and project feasibility. This roadmap will enable you to move forward on the project with clarity and confidence.

  • Architecture

    Much more than “blueprints”. We are the conductor of the construction symphony, speaking the language of clients, contractors, engineers, inspectors, and more to create a vision, flesh it out in detail, and act as your advisor during construction.

  • Interior Design

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Testimonials

  • It was a delight working with him.

    I’m his biggest fan! Andrew crafted a beautiful and harmonious design that included everything on our wish list. He is creative, meticulous and thorough.

    He guided us through co-op board approvals, helped us to promptly obtain building permits and supervised a gut renovation. It was a delight working with him and I would recommend him I a heartbeat.

    -Mark Hiatt

  • I am lucky to live in Andrew's work every day.

    Andrew did an amazing job in the design and execution of my 1 bedroom apartment gut renovation. I hired him without hesitation after seeing his work on Dwell. I provided some design direction and he did the rest. He quickly came up with living spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful. He understood the spaces I find inspiring and was able to create a truly unique and magazine-worthy space I enjoy coming home to every night. Everyone who sees what he did with the kitchen is wowed. He worked hard to bring world class design and stay within my budget. We had less than 4% of construction overages over the course of the project. I highly recommend using Andrew to transform any sized space into your dream home. I would hire Andrew again if we buy another apartment or do a combination.

    -Matt F.

  • Andrew created a design that excited our imaginations.

    Our challenge was to bridge diametrically opposed lifestyles and visions: urban professional and pop artist, conservative and quirky, stoic and colorful, timeless design and pop culture - a private woodland retreat to entertain a large contemporary crowd.

    -Gary Adams

  • A rarity among architects

    Andrew is a rarity among architects. He works without ego and yet maintains a vision for clients that is consistent with their desires. Able to navigate the most difficult personality, Andrew goes the distance to show people how their own ideas can be best implemented. He will take clients to the various corners of NYC to meet artisans and contractors, figure out how to do the most complicated spaces, and has one of the best modernist sensibilities around. He will soon be a household name so get on the bandwagon now!

    -Debbie Gimelson

  • The projects have always been successful!

    Andrew Mikhael is nothing less than professional and detail oriented. Very easy to work with and produces excellent work. We have worked together for several years and the projects have always been very successful!

    -Kim Coolbeth

  • Andrew had the vision

    Andrew is the one and only architect I call as he is calm, very responsive and delivers exactly what I request.

    I hired Andrew to design a private roof deck on my condo. We started with a roof area scattered with exposed vents and mechanical systems that were quite the eye sore. Andrew had the vision to transform this tight cluttered space into a peaceful retreat. I have the privacy I required without comprising my views of the city. He listened to all my needs and concerns and turned it into a space that I love, all while staying on budget.

    -Sharon Novak

  • Professional & Creative

    Andrew Mikhael demonstrated his professionalism and creativity throughout the duration of the project. He articulated his vision and provided computer renderings to show how it would look, produced detailed drawings, and followed through with the contractor and project manager to keep the team on the same page of what needed to be achieved at every stage of the construction process.

    -Abraham Post

  • Being our first project, Andrew was our guide through this incredible complex and bureaucratic endeavor!

    We are really pleased and thankful with his services and highly recommend him to anyone!

    I was surprised by Andrew’s responsiveness. He came to talk to us face to face and truly understand what was the project about. From the first moment it was great to deal with Andrew, his interest was to do the best possible job in the shortest possible time and always being flexible on meeting.

    -Sergio Carrasco

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