APD & the design TEAM

APD specializes in residential design for construction projects
including kitchen and bathroom remodels, whole home remodels and new home construction.

Our design process takes the stress out of decision making, delivering our clients with a complete design package that can be delivered to their contractor or builder, while our construction support phase means we work closely with the rest of the construction team and trade partners to ensure design integrity through project completion.

Our work is centered around a commitment to collaboration with our clients, transparency in all aspects of communication, and attention to the many small details that make for excellent design. We believe that form should follow function, though both should be given due attention, and that a home should tell the story of family that lives there.

Based on the needs of your upcoming project read more about our remodel design process here or our new construction design process here!

Amy Pearson, CKBD

Owner and Principal Designer

Amy's love for interior design began as a young girl after listening to the architect and designers involved in her parent's complete home remodel.  At every opportunity during the project Amy asked questions, constantly seeking to understand every aspect of the build.  That same hunger for knowledge is a corner stone to how Amy operates her business, including how she approaches her client projects in seeking to understand their unique needs, participating in continuing education and advancing technical skills, and sharing the professional and technical skills she has acquired as a board member at a local design school.  

As a wife, and a mother of boy and girl twins, Amy's family is her entire world! Armed with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Portland, a Certification from Heritage School of Interior Design, and Certified Kitchen and Bath Designer Certification (CKBD) from the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), Amy is committed to bringing the same level of passion and love she has for her family into the family homes of her clients.

 design team members
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Courtney Glidden, CKBD

Studio Designer

We are currently hiring!

Design Assistant

 

“It is an honor to be invited into a client's home, working together to design a space that they love and are proud to share with friends and family. It is rewarding to create an environment that speaks to them and their lives together.”

 
 

  • “A total pro. Amy took a too small space and made it wonderful. Easy to work with. Very insightful and creative. She will probably help you to see a potential that you didn’t know was there!”

    RT — Milwaukie

  • “Amy is a gem in every single way! Beyond being warm and communicative, she really listened to me and honed in on what I wanted for my design and presented me with ideas beyond what I would have considered. She’s incredibly talented, has a great eye, and is super fun to work with. I cannot recommend Amy Pearson highly enough and look forward to working with her again on some future remodel projects. She’s professional, personable, and really knows her craft! Truly top notch.”

    AW — Scappoose

  • “Amy was awesome to work with. She was able to come up with design solutions for our kitchen and utility room remodel that fit both me and my wife’s wants, which is no small fete. Not only did she deliver excellent design solutions, Amy also went above and beyond in helping us to select a contractor to perform the construction and provided invaluable assistance at key points during the construction. We look forward to working with her again.”

    CV — Warren

  • “After interviewing several designers, I realized I hit the jackpot after connecting with Amy Pearson. From our first phone call it was obvious she understood my design preferences for a kitchen remodel and would be a delight to work worth. Amy listened carefully to our needs and preferences. She responded with several possible design options, one of which surpassed our expectations and hopes. Professional through and through, Amy is responsive and flexible. She has great professional relationships with local suppliers and helped us navigate appliance purchases, etc. We knew we were in good hands and could count on Amy to resolve any problems that popped up through the design and construction process. From cabinet hardware to lighting, Amy has a finely honed design instinct. Anytime we entertain, guests comment on just how beautiful our kitchen and dining room are. My only regret is as our project is complete, we will not be seeing Amy regularly. We will miss her upbeat presence and can do attitude.”

    GT - Portland

  • “Amy is truly a gift. She took a challenging 1921 kitchen footprint and transformed it into a beautiful space, merging existing historical elements with modern functionality/amenities. Amy’s vision, creativity, patience, and ability to communicate with our contractor was impressive. Amy was always available when we needed her. Our project would not have come together the way it did without her guidance and attention to the necessary (and sometimes changing) details. Amy delivered not only a design for our current project—which included a reconfiguration of the downstairs floor-plan and a bathroom remodel upstairs—but also a compatible, long-term design for the rest of the home when we are ready. We highly recommend Amy and will be calling her again when it is time for our next project.”

    KP/SM - Portland

  • “We are beyond grateful for everything that Amy did for us during our remodel project! We had put off a remodel for so long because we were overwhelmed with where to even start. Amy took the time to understand what we liked (and our budget!) and how we could apply that to our space based on our lifestyle. She guided us through the whole process and was spot on with all of her recommendations. We love our new space! We would work with Amy again in a heartbeat and recommend her to anyone looking for design help.”

    SA - Lake Oswego

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