Inside beautiful…
Artfully serving the community of Albuquerque, NM and
beyond for over 30 years.
By Paul
Terlizzi
Patti Harrell Hoech
The fun and adventure of creating interior spaces has
always been a passion for Patti Harrell Hoech. Her love of art and enthusiasm for meeting with people
became instantly evident to me when I visited with Patti in her vintage
storefront, office, and art gallery this past November…
Patrician Design
216 Gold Avenue SW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
505-242-7646
email@patriciandesign.com
www.patriciandesign.com
Summarize the business…
Patrician Design is a full service Interior Design
Firm practicing residential and commercial design housed in a vintage
storefront in downtown Albuquerque, NM which also comprises an art gallery and
gift boutique. It is a gathering
place for creative enthusiasts from all walks of life…
How things came to be as they are…and what goes on day
to day
Patti is professionally trained in interior design and
visual arts. A Bachelor of Arts in
Visual Arts, Interior Design Major, a Licensed Interior Designer, and 10 years
of Professional Design Experience form the foundation that in 1984 marked the
“leap of faith” for this visionary to become the marvellous entrepreneur she is
today. While sub-leasing the back
of an architectural firm’s space in downtown Albuquerque, Patti Harrell Hoech
was running out of room for her expanding source library of fabric samples,
catalogs, and workspace. Loving
downtown, she secured a space and transformed a dated and neglected beauty
salon within a vintage early 20th century building. The space hasn't changed in nearly 30
years yet looks relevant today among the urban lofts, retail spaces, and other
commercial concerns; a testiment to her timeless sense of style. It includes
the cost effectiveness of exposed ceiling and mechanical systems, salvaged
hardwoods floors, and many other design elements that comprise a classic look
today.
Her business then evolved and grew over the years as a
reflection of her personal style and relationships with people from the
surrounding community. One of the
first recipients of Albuquerque’s prestigious Bravo Awards, Patti has been and continues
to be a strong advocate of local artists- incorporating their work whenever
applicable to her interior designs.
Patti was then approached by the newly organized Albuquerque Art
Business Association and was asked to become a Member Gallery. Viola -- An Interior Design Studio and
Art Gallery! A few years in the
community and several inquiries from fellow business owners inspired Patti to
begin stocking unique gift items, greeting cards, and home accessories. Thus today, Patrician Designs is an
exceptional Art Gallery, Gift Emporium and Interior Design Studio, engaging its
visitors and clients in a sensory collage of art and design, where you can
enjoy the mood created by the soft background of jazz, fragrant candles and
bath and body products, original art, jewelry, and a myriad of decorative
accessories.
What is your greatest accomplishment or honor…
Patti’s work has recently been featured in Tucson
Lifestyle Home & Garden – October 2010: La Casita de Colores, and she has numerous other featured
works in publications both locally and nationally. She won Albuquerque’s Bravo
Award for her work with local artists.
What makes it convenient for clients to work with you…
Located downtown Albuquerque, her studio is convenient
to the major population centers of New Mexico and a community resource, where
Patti’s team of artists and crafts persons supports her creative vision. Patti is personally involved in each
client’s project, providing an opportunity for open communication and creative
expression; hers is a very personal approach. Don’t live in Albuquerque? No problem, Patti works on projects throughout the United
States.
Specifically what do you do and what is your unique
point of view…
Patti’s approach is to “get inside the head of my
client and extract their vision and needs” rather than impose trends on
them. She interviews clients
thoroughly: from an hour’s color
consultation to an afternoon rearranging a space to a master plan from scratch,
Patti’s creativity, caring, and inventive point of view are sure to solve
problems, diminish dilemmas and make the process a lot more fun!
Anything special about your creative approach…
“I listen first… I am there to solve problems and
introduce things to people that they wouldn’t have thought of”. She has played in integral role in
shaping the budding trend of taking an interior design perspective to the
outdoors; yet another element of her business Patrician Designs Exteriors. Similar to landscape architecture, the
planning and execution of comfortable outdoor spaces incorporates plantings along
with furnishings to achieve the serene and comfortable feelings that can only
be attained in the fresh outdoors.
Going above and beyond for clients…
Patti collaborates with her client’s home improvement
professionals or can bring in the right team of experts and craftsmen for any
home decorating project.
And of course, your favourite American Down &
Feather product…
Throw Pillows in 10/90 Down and Feather Blend. “It’s pliable and holds its shape well”
says Patti Harrell Hoech.
Contact Information
To find out more about Patrician Designs, visit her
website at www.patriciandesign.com, or
call 505-242-7646 to set up a consultation.
