Business Details
Elevate Your Home with Expert Interior Design
Sharon Hocking Interiors is a full-service interior design firm based in Portland, Oregon, serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas including The Columbia River Gorge and Camas, WA. Founded by Sharon Hocking, a fine arts and graphic design professional with extensive experience in textile design at Nike, Inc., our firm combines creative vision with technical expertise to transform homes into functional, inspiring spaces. Sharon's passion for historic architecture and commitment to continuing education through accredited programs ensures our team stays at the forefront of design trends and best practices. We specialize in full-service interior design, space planning, custom kitchen and bath design, and furnishing solutions tailored to each client's unique lifestyle and aesthetic preferences. Our process begins with a free discovery call, followed by a comprehensive design consultation where we assess client needs, establish budgets, and develop detailed project scopes.We pride ourselves on transparent communication, personalized service, and a step-by-step approach that guides clients from initial concept to final installation. Our work has been featured in Victoria Magazine, Redfin Magazine, and DHC Magazine, reflecting our dedication to excellence in design. With a focus on creating spaces that re-energize and inspire, we help clients maximize their homes' potential through thoughtful, creative solutions. Our team's expertise extends to coordinating materials, finishes, and fixtures for new construction and remodels, as well as sourcing beautiful, comfortable furniture and accessories. We maintain active membership in The Interior Design Society at both local and national levels, reinforcing our commitment to professional growth and industry standards.
Services
Full Service Interior Design
Space Planning
Custom Kitchen Design
Bathroom Remodeling
Furniture Selection
Window Treatments
Area Rug Coordination
Lighting Design
Art Placement
New Construction Design
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in residential interior design
- Our team provides personalized design solutions tailored to your lifestyle
- We implement a structured step-by-step design process for predictable results
- Our designers maintain active membership in The Interior Design Society
- We guarantee transparent communication and clear project documentation
What people say
Amazing service
Transformed our home
Excellent to work with
Creative solutions
Professional execution
Services
Full Service Interior Design
Our comprehensive interior design service guides clients through every project phase from concept to completion. We begin with a detailed consultation to understand your lifestyle needs and aesthetic preferences. Our team develops customized design plans including space layouts, material selections, and furnishing specifications. We manage all project details, coordinate with contractors, and handle procurement and installation of all design elements to ensure seamless execution.
Space Planning
We optimize home functionality through strategic space planning that maximizes flow and usability. Our approach considers traffic patterns, furniture placement, and storage solutions tailored to your family's needs. We create detailed floor plans and elevations to visualize the proposed layout before implementation, ensuring optimal use of available space while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Custom Kitchen Design
Our kitchen design service combines aesthetics with practical functionality to create efficient, beautiful cooking spaces. We specialize in custom cabinetry layouts, countertop material selection, and appliance integration that meets your specific cooking and entertaining needs. Our designs incorporate proper lighting layers and storage solutions while maintaining cohesive style with the rest of your home.
Bathroom Remodeling
We transform bathrooms into spa-like retreats through thoughtful design that balances form and function. Our process includes optimizing fixture placement, selecting water-efficient fixtures, and specifying durable materials suited to high-moisture environments. We handle all aspects from plumbing coordination to finaltouches, creating spaces that are both luxurious and practical.
Furniture Selection
Our furniture sourcing service helps clients find pieces that perfectly match their style and lifestyle requirements. We curate selections from trusted vendors, considering comfort, durability, and aesthetic harmony with existing elements. We handle ordering, delivery coordination, and placement to ensure cohesive room compositions that reflect your personal taste.
People
Sharon Hocking
Interior Designer
Sharon Hocking is a Portland-based interior designer with extensive experience in residential design. With a background in fine arts and textile design at Nike, Inc., she brings creative vision and technical expertise to every project. Sharon holds active membership in The Interior Design Society and regularly participates in continuing education programs to stay current with design trends and best practices.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Portland, Oregon and surrounding areas including The Columbia River Gorge, Camas, WA, Corbett, and Gresham.
What design styles do you specialize in?
We work with all styles from modern to traditional, focusing on creating personalized spaces that reflect our clients' unique tastes and lifestyles.
Do you work on new construction projects?
Yes, we provide comprehensive design services for both new construction and home remodeling projects of all sizes.
How does your design process work?
Our process starts with a free discovery call, followed by a detailed consultation, design presentation, implementation phase, and final reveal of your transformed space.
Can you help with just one room?
Absolutely! We offer design services for single rooms, multiple areas, or whole home projects based on your specific needs.
How are project costs determined?
Project costs vary based on scope and complexity. We provide preliminary budget numbers during our initial consultation to help guide your design decisions.
Reviews (3)
Connie Doherty
Jul 20, 2021
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Sharon is amazing! I feel so lucky to have found her. I was very overwhelmed after moving into a large home with very little furniture. She came up with a plan and using her great resources I had a home full of beautiful furniture by Christmas at a very reasonable price. We were thrilled. Sharon is a good listener, organized, knowledgeable, professional and has a very keen eye for style. I am continuing to work with Sharon on the finishing touches for my home and will definitely use her on all my other projects.
Angela Graves
Jul 15, 2021
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"I could not have asked for more! Creative, professional, and accommodating describe Sharon. My home functions so well now and we just love being in our rooms! I enjoyed working with Sharon and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a personalized, well thought out design. She is very helpful in guiding you through all of the choices without being pushy or impatient. Sharon has a great sense of style, the finished product was 100% better than I even imagined.
Alicia DeCosta
Sep 14, 2019
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Our company has worked with Sharon on two remodeling projects in the past year. As a full-service, design-build company, we have our own processes and designers but enjoy working with outside designers to bring their designs to life. Sharon introduced us to two of her amazing clients and was able to easily jump right in. She had all of the material selections dialed in and made it easy for us to put together a proposal. Sharon is personable, knowledgeable and eager to get the best outcome for her clients. When we collaborated at the photo shoot to take photos of the completed project, it was clear
