Business Details
7 Years
experience
Custom Residential & Commercial Design Services in Lexington, KY
At OH Design Lab, we combine our academic foundation in architecture with over 16 years of hands-on construction experience to create exceptional residential and commercial spaces. Our team, which includes professionals with Master's degrees in Architecture and a construction team boasting over 20 years of combined experience, is dedicated to transforming client visions into reality through a collaborative, client-focused approach. Rooted in Lexington, KY since 2019, we emphasize meticulous attention to detail, local market expertise, and transparent communication to deliver functional, aesthetically pleasing designs tailored to our clients' unique needs.Our services span custom home design, renovations, speculative design, and commercial space planning, all executed with a commitment to elevating modern living through thoughtful, context-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on our ability to listen, innovate, and maintain lasting relationships with clients, ensuring every project reflects both their aspirations and our dedication to excellence.
Services
Custom home design
Kitchen remodels
Bathroom renovations
Additions
Commercial design
Space planning
Tenant improvements
Interior fit-outs
Speculative design
Design + build
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- Our design team holds Master's degrees in Architecture with 16+ years of field experience
- Construction team brings over 20 years of hands-on building expertise
- Personalized approach ensures complete client involvement throughout the design process
- Deep local market knowledge in Lexington, KY and surrounding regions
- Proven track record of transforming complex client visions into functional spaces
What people say
Transformed our ideas into reality
Exceptional attention to detail
Responsive and collaborative
Creative solutions that exceeded expectations
Deep understanding of local market
Services
Custom home design
We create bespoke residential spaces tailored to individual lifestyles, combining architectural innovation with functional requirements. Our process ensures every detail reflects client preferences while maintaining contextual harmony with Kentucky's landscape. With Master's-level designers and experienced builders, we deliver homes that balance aesthetic appeal with practical living solutions.
Kitchen remodels
Our renovation specialists transform outdated spaces into modern, functional areas while respecting structural integrity. We focus on optimizing workflow, storage, and aesthetics to create kitchens and bathrooms that enhance daily living. The team's combined 36+ years of experience ensures solutions that blend contemporary design with practical usability.
Commercial design
We develop efficient, inspiring commercial environments through strategic space planning and interior design. Our approach balances brand identity with functional requirements for tenant improvements and fit-outs. By integrating architectural expertise with construction knowledge, we create spaces that enhance business operations and client engagement.
Speculative design
This service transforms abstract real estate concepts into compelling visual proposals through detailed renderings and design narratives. We help clients explore development possibilities before committing to full-scale projects, providing clarity on potential outcomes. Our visualization expertise turns uncertain ideas into market-ready concepts.
Design + build
Our seamless design-build methodology coordinates architecture and construction under one team, reducing timelines and costs. This approach ensures design intent remains consistent throughout the building process, from initial concepts to final execution. Clients benefit from unified accountability and streamlined decision-making.
People
Oliver Hidalgo
Founder
Master of Architecture graduate with 16 years of experience, Oliver combines academic rigor with practical construction knowledge. His international collaborations and background in photography inform his contextual design approach, focusing on creating meaningful, functional spaces that elevate Kentucky's built environment.
Liza Kuzmenko
Senior Architect
With a Master's in Architecture and extensive travel experience, Liza brings diverse design perspectives to client projects. Her expertise in floor plan optimization and client relations ensures solutions that balance creativity with practical implementation requirements.
Questions
Does OH Design Lab work outside of Lexington?
Yes, we serve clients throughout Kentucky, Tennessee, and Indiana with residential new construction projects.
What types of projects do you specialize in?
We focus on residential design including new construction, remodels, and additions, as well as commercial space planning.
How involved will I be in the design process?
Clients participate in every stage to ensure the final design perfectly aligns with their vision and requirements.
What makes your design team qualified?
Our architects hold Master's degrees and have 16+ years of experience, supported by a construction team with 20+ years of field expertise.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes, our integrated design + build service ensures seamless project execution from concept to completion.
Can you help visualize speculative real estate projects?
Our speculative design expertise transforms conceptual ideas into tangible, compelling proposals for real estate developments.
