Kirstin S. Havnaer
Owner, Principal Designer
Hearthstone Interior Design, LLC was founded in 2002 by
owner Kirstin Havnaer who was raised in the Pacific
Northwest by a family of carpenters and artists.
Her life experiences have taught her much about the meaning
of home and its important role in one’s overall well-being.
“Our home environments are the only place of reprieve from
the chaotic outer world, and I believe they should be
treated accordingly when it comes to their design.” she
says. “Besides…somebody’s gotta save people from
their misguided HGTV beliefs about remodeling a home for $50
and in under 24 hours. It’s a total nightmare!”
Kirstin graduated from both the Heritage School of Interior
Design (Beaverton, OR) and the Western School of Feng Shui
(San Diego, CA). Kirstin is a proud member of the following
organizations:
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Oregon Remodelers
Association - only trade association in Oregon dedicated
exclusively to the residential remodeling industry.
-
NKBA (National Kitchen & Bath
Association) – currently serving as the VP – Technology
& Communications
for the local Columbia River Chapter
-
IACC (International
Association of Color Consultants, Associate Member)
-
IFSG (International Feng Shui
Guild, Red Ribbon Member)
Kirstin’s undergraduate degree in Psychology and Masters in
Business Administration have served her well in running a
successful business and helping people come together in
tough design decisions (which sometimes require a little
on-the-spot “marriage counseling”). Her passion for the use
of color and energy flow in interior spaces has propelled
her into a realm of interior design not currently served by
others in the Pacific Northwest. She has consulted for
architectural firms, builders, businesses, and home-owners
alike who seek environments that support them physically and
emotionally, while maintaining optimal levels of comfort and
productivity. She sees her passion as an inescapable
opportunity to serve people and make the world a more
comfortable place – one room at a time. Kirstin describes
her design philosophy this way, “It’s not about what color
the wall becomes versus the sofa, but rather it’s about
creating an atmosphere that supports the individuals who
spend time there. Trends and fads can’t do that, but
designing around the understanding of the human response
can.” And that’s what design is all about at
Hearthstone.
Kirstin is a wife and mother of two young boys. She enjoys
quiet time, “mommy juice”, tasteless jokes, and mid-day tea.
