Why Medina Homeowners Trust
Our Interior Design Process

Designing a Medina home—whether it’s an ultra-luxury waterfront estate or a quiet, tree-lined retreat—requires a team that understands privacy, views, and long-term value. Ariana Designs & Interiors uses an integrated process where architects, interior designers, and clients work together so every decision—from window placement and flow to finishes and furnishings—supports both daily living and future resale. Clear, structured communication keeps you involved at every step, ensuring your home feels deeply personal, highly functional, and thoughtfully positioned in one of the region’s most exclusive neighborhoods.

Discovery & Direction

We learn how you live in Medina, then define a clear, cohesive design direction so architecture, interiors, and furnishings all work together to support your daily rhythms and long-term goals.

Design & Permitting

We refine layouts, finishes, lighting, and built-ins to enhance views, privacy, and comfort, then coordinate drawings and approvals with your build team to keep permitting and construction efficient and predictable.

Execution & Handover

We oversee construction details and furniture installation so your approved design is executed faithfully—and your Medina home is fully furnished, styled, and move-in ready from day one.

Designing for Medina’s
Natural Elegance

Medina combines sweeping Lake Washington views, mature trees, and carefully protected privacy—elements that must be handled thoughtfully in both architecture and interiors.

  • Waterfront and view living – We plan rooms, glazing, and sightlines to capture sunrises, city lights, and mountain views, while carefully managing glare, comfort, and privacy from the water and neighboring properties.
  • Indoor–outdoor connection – Terraces, covered outdoor rooms, and landscape-aware layouts help your home flow naturally toward the lake, gardens, or courtyard, using durable materials that hold up in the Pacific Northwest climate.
  • Discreet luxury – We balance quiet, understated sophistication with moments of drama—custom millwork, statement lighting, and artful detailing that feel tailored to the home and its setting rather than overdone.
  • Security and privacy – Planning for arrival sequences, screening, and circulation ensures your home feels both welcoming for guests and appropriately private given Medina’s high-profile residents.

Drawing on experience in Medina and other ultra-luxury neighborhoods, we bring proven strategies for views, privacy, circulation, and materials, so you’re not experimenting at this level of investment.

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A grand staircase at the Suncadia Grand Retreat, showcasing elegant railings and sophisticated design that adds to the home's luxurious ambiance.

What Medina Homeowners Say About 
Ariana Designs & Interiors

Discover why homeowners across Kirkland, Medina, Bellevue, Mercer Island, and Seattle choose Ariana Designs & Interiors to bring their visions to life.

Carl Silverberg

We were in serious need of an office update and Ariana tool about an hour to change all the paint colors and give us office furniture suggestions. She didn’t push anything, listened and helped a great deal. Very professional in her approach.

Beckie Oliveira

We had a complete remodel done on both our bathrooms and Ariana and her crew were spot on every step of the way. They were easy to work with and had great communication throughout the project. We were extremely happy with the results and would highly recommend them to anyone needing work..

Wanda Kristjanson

I love Ariana’s style and she found just what I envisioned for our new living room and kitchen. Highly reccommend her and her team for their exceptional creativity and attention to detail. The entire process was smooth and stress-free.

Evan Apolis

Ariana provides well thought-out designs that compliment the existing architecture and environment. They are a pleasure to work with and handle changing circumstances such as design changes or unexpected conditions quickly and efficiently.

Bob Dawson

We just got stated with Ariana Designs and Architecture. Normally I would wait to leave a review, but I feel compelled to let everyone know how great they’ve been so far!
We recently engaged with them about a challenging project where the client is constrained to the existing footprint of the home due to its existing nonconforming status.
Ariana and her Delightful Team have quickly and expertly employed their skills and giftings to transform the project from frustrating to exciting!

Cody Dinkelspiel

I am the owner of a high end custom closet company of nearly ten years . I have worked with Ariiana and her team at Ariid Home on multiple projects and can confidently say she is hands down one of THE best designers I have ever worked along side of . Her finished home projects are something to marvel at and should be featured in any high end home magazine. I would HIGHLY recommend her to anyone looking for the best of the best when it comes to home design and I even plan to re design my own home based on her work. Five stars doesn’t do justice . Her design work is absolutely stunning!

Jennifer Kuenzli

I recently had an onsite design consultation with Ariana Designs and Architecture, and it was a great experience. The team was punctual, professional and knowledgeable. They took the time to understand my vision and provided insightful suggestions to enhance my ideas. I felt heard throughout the process. I’m excited to see how the project unfolds and highly recommend their services!”

Emanuel

I highly recommend Ariana Designs to anyone looking for a top-notch architecture and design team. The design of my home was functional, beautiful, and perfectly suited to my lifestyle. They are professional, skilled, and truly care about their clients. Throughout the process, the team was responsive and always available to answer any questions I had. They kept me informed of progress and made sure that I was fully satisfied with the design before moving forward.

Carl Silverberg

We were in serious need of an office update and Ariana tool about an hour to change all the paint colors and give us office furniture suggestions. She didn’t push anything, listened and helped a great deal. Very professional in her approach.

Beckie Oliveira

We had a complete remodel done on both our bathrooms and Ariana and her crew were spot on every step of the way. They were easy to work with and had great communication throughout the project. We were extremely happy with the results and would highly recommend them to anyone needing work..

Wanda Kristjanson

I love Ariana’s style and she found just what I envisioned for our new living room and kitchen. Highly reccommend her and her team for their exceptional creativity and attention to detail. The entire process was smooth and stress-free.

Evan Apolis

Ariana provides well thought-out designs that compliment the existing architecture and environment. They are a pleasure to work with and handle changing circumstances such as design changes or unexpected conditions quickly and efficiently.

Bob Dawson

We just got stated with Ariana Designs and Architecture. Normally I would wait to leave a review, but I feel compelled to let everyone know how great they’ve been so far!
We recently engaged with them about a challenging project where the client is constrained to the existing footprint of the home due to its existing nonconforming status.
Ariana and her Delightful Team have quickly and expertly employed their skills and giftings to transform the project from frustrating to exciting!

Cody Dinkelspiel

I am the owner of a high end custom closet company of nearly ten years . I have worked with Ariiana and her team at Ariid Home on multiple projects and can confidently say she is hands down one of THE best designers I have ever worked along side of . Her finished home projects are something to marvel at and should be featured in any high end home magazine. I would HIGHLY recommend her to anyone looking for the best of the best when it comes to home design and I even plan to re design my own home based on her work. Five stars doesn’t do justice . Her design work is absolutely stunning!

Jennifer Kuenzli

I recently had an onsite design consultation with Ariana Designs and Architecture, and it was a great experience. The team was punctual, professional and knowledgeable. They took the time to understand my vision and provided insightful suggestions to enhance my ideas. I felt heard throughout the process. I’m excited to see how the project unfolds and highly recommend their services!”

Emanuel

I highly recommend Ariana Designs to anyone looking for a top-notch architecture and design team. The design of my home was functional, beautiful, and perfectly suited to my lifestyle. They are professional, skilled, and truly care about their clients. Throughout the process, the team was responsive and always available to answer any questions I had. They kept me informed of progress and made sure that I was fully satisfied with the design before moving forward.

Luxury Spaces We’ve Designed in Medina

Explore how our projects bring together architecture, interiors, and furnishings to match the level of living expected in Medina—where detail, discretion, and setting all matter.

Modern Medina Kitchen

A contemporary kitchen with rich cabinetry, marble counters, and refined fixtures, designed for efficient cooking, everyday gathering, and entertaining while remaining polished, welcoming, and functional.

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Medina Master Suite

A 450 sq ft master suite where marble accents, layered lighting, and a sculptural chandelier create a serene retreat that balances modern comfort, subtle drama, and tailored everyday practicality.

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Marble Fireplace Living Room

A neutral Medina living room centered on a marble fireplace, with plush seating, soft textures, and warm tones that frame the stone as a calm focal point and encourage relaxed conversation.

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For The Best Interior Design Services in Medina WA, Contact Ariana Designs & Interiors

Frequently Asked  Questions

How Ariana Designs & Interiors Works With You

Schedule a Private-Client Discovery Call. We’ll discuss your vision, properties, and goals, then outline the right engagement for your project—whether it’s a consultation, partial design, or full-home renovation. This call is complimentary and helps us determine if we’re the right fit for your vision.

Projects vary by scope:

  • Initial Proposal: Moodboards and design direction (pre-engagement).
  • Site Analysis & Feasibility Study : 1-2 weeks (Site visit, measuring, assessing existing conditions, and verifying local zoning or code constraints).
  • Programming : 2-4 weeks (Layout, drawings, and deep dive into lifestyle requirements).
  • Schematic Design : 2-4 weeks (Design moodboards, aesthetic direction, and initial material pre-selections).
  • Design Development : 4-8 weeks (Finalize all selections—cabinetry, tile, wallpaper, furniture, and detailed layouts).
  • Construction Documents : 4-8 weeks Specifications, final presentation, pricing, and technical architectural drawings.
  • Permit Set : 2-6 weeks Preparation of the specific drawing set and documentation required for local building department submission.
  • Permitting Facilitation : 2-9 months Management of the application process, responding to city comments, and securing necessary approvals.
  • Pre-Construction Coordination : 2-4 months Finalizing contractor bids, site walkthroughs, and setting the construction schedule before breaking ground.
  • Management & Delivery : 2-12 months We order materials, coordinate contractors, and provide weekly updates on shipments and timelines.
  • Construction Support : 2-18 months Ongoing site visits, quality control, and troubleshooting during the build phase to ensure design intent is met.

We specialize in both. Whether you’re building a new luxury home, completing a major renovation, or remodeling your existing space, our team brings the same award-winning approach to every project type. Many of our clients come to us specifically for renovation expertise because of our meticulous coordination and design-build integration.

We’re Kirkland-based and primarily serve the greater Seattle area, including Bellevue, Mercer Island, Medina, Clyde Hill, Redmond, Sammamish, Seattle, and surrounding communities. We also take on select projects for vacation homes and second properties throughout Washington and beyond.

Several factors:

  1. Award-winning expertise: 2x National NKBA Design Awards + 25+ years of experience
  2. Integrated design-build: We own/partner with ARIID Build & Remodel, eliminating coordination gaps
  3. Furniture sourcing control: Direct ownership of ARIID Home & Furniture ensures cohesive design and timeline efficiency
  4. Personal oversight: Every project is personally supervised by Ariana Anderson from concept through installation
  5. European sensibility + Pacific Northwest practicality: Elegant designs that work beautifully for how you actually live