An interview with interior designer Heather Weisz, co-founder of design studio HW Interiors
In a conversation with NOOM, Principal Designer of HW Interiors, Heather Weisz, shared her insights into crafting interiors that balance bold design statements with livable comfort.
Enjoy the interview below!
How do you start a project?
Every project is an invitation to embark on unexpected and fascinating journey and that starts with the client. We spend time to really discover the way they want to feel in and utilize the space within their home. We get to know them and vibe off of their personality and energy!
How does your personal view on living differ from that of the client? Is it easy or difficult to find a balance between two?
This is always the biggest challenge as we are all so unique and individual, which is also super exciting and helps us to push our creative boundaries in designing something true to our aesthetic and unique to the clients we are designing for. It’s truly a relationship, and throughout the process, we get very intimate and learn what speaks to and moves our clients. It is always a fascinating journey and keeps us engaged and inspired!
How important is it for you and your clients to include accent or exclusive pieces within a home?
Special key pieces, or ‘main characters’ are crucial to the soul of a space. It’s about evoking a mood or telling a story. The perfect balance is created with a thoughtful mix of textures, materials and details that speak to and support one another but also respect the hierarchy and allow these special pieces to shine.
Why did you choose Gropius Chair for this project?
The Gropius chair inspired the entire room as we feel it embodies the perfect blend of modern and organic. Its clean lines and minimalist approach is also warm and organic. It’s an iconic work of art itself but feels approachable and inviting with its soft comfortable curves and natural textiles.
Sculptural accent chair Gropius by Kateryna Sokolova
What was important for a client?
It was essential to our client that we create an inviting and relaxing space for their guests. Understated elegance was key while complementing the blue waters and sandy beaches of Miami using unique pieces that held the space but didn’t compete. This particular vignette is breathtaking, and the Gropius chair sits perfectly on the appointed center stage.
What will the living spaces of tomorrow will look like?
I believe the focus of living spaces of tomorrow will be less about technology and really continue to get back to people. They will be about seeing the personalities of the people who live in the space as well as the creators, makers and artisans hand who use their gifts and talents with passion to create beautiful spaces that hold the families who live there.
Interior: HW Interiors
Photos: Jessica Glynn