ABOUT HAZEL & GREY
We started our firm unexpectedly, having always said we would never work together - our personalities are different and we often approach design from very different perspectives. But those differences are actually our strengths, and the inspiration behind our name.
Hazel & Gray came from how differently we view things - since neither of us has simple blue or brown eyes, we decided to use our actual eye colors.
For us, the ampersand (&) represents the core of who we are: different people and experiences coming together as a full team for the greater good of your project. At the heart of our firm is a partnership built on complementary strengths, distinct personalities, and a shared love for bringing spaces to life.
Outside the studio, we’re parents to two energetic boys, spending our free time hiking, camping, volunteering at their school and church, or staring in awe at historic architecture. Whether we’re hitting the road for a new travel adventure, hunting down a local restaurant, or gathering around the table for family game night, we believe the best moments in life, and design, are the ones spent exploring together.
OUR APPROACH
How We Work
Every family functions differently, which is why we never begin with a pre-existing plan and simply make adjustments. We start with a blank page and design around you—your routines, your priorities, and the way you want to live.
That means getting to know the details of your everyday life- right down to asking where you want to keep the broom. Those small decisions matter, because when a home is designed thoughtfully, it makes daily life feel easier, more intuitive, and entirely your own.
A Home Team For Your Home
A successful home requires a full team. We see a project as a partnership among five main players: the architect, the interior designer, the landscape architect, the structural engineer, and the contractor. We collaborate as early and as often as possible to keep everyone working hand-in-hand toward the same goal.
Involved to the End
We don't wash our hands of a project once we print the final drawings. When dirt starts moving, we are still completely involved. We answer phone calls and texts from contractors, make site visits, and stay involved throughout construction to help carry the design through with care and ensure the details developed along the way are thoughtfully brought to life.
Our Process and Timeline
We move through four distinct phases: Schematic Design (where we put pencil to paper with hand-drawn sketches), Design Development, Construction Documents, and the Construction Phase. For a typical new build, the design phase usually takes about 9 to 12 months, with the timeline shaped in part by the pace of decisions and feedback along the way.
OUR TEAM
Jeremy Griffin
As Design Principal, Jeremy is the firm’s gentle soul and resident “analog guy in a digital world” and is the creative force behind our homes. He approaches every project with quiet intention and a deep appreciation for true craft, almost always keeping a sketchpad close and classic 1940s jazz playing in his headphones. Jeremy always has a strong design vision and a deep attention to detail to every project. A perfectionist at heart, he brings a sneaky dry humor and a thoughtful eye to finding the ideal design solution.
Off the clock, you’ll find him coaching Little League, wrestling his two boys no matter how big they get, or happily serving as Julie’s trusty kitchen sous chef.
Design Principal
Julie Griffin
As Studio Principal, Julie is our energetic resident extrovert and organizational powerhouse, complete with a very serious Post-it collection. She thrives on making people feel seen and cared for, bringing immense heart to the firm and home alike. When there are a hundred possible design directions on the table, she has a gift for stepping back, seeing the big picture, and helping Jeremy identify the solution that brings everything together.
A passionate cook, she loves creating new recipes for her family and running a cookbook club that gathers friends around great food. When she isn't in the kitchen, she’s tuned into sports talk radio cheering on the Braves, painting watercolors, or diving into DIY craft projects with an unstoppable "I can do that!" attitude. Above all, she is the ultimate cheerleader for her boys, her family, and the entire team.
Studio Principal
Nellie
Part-time artist, full-time dog enthusiast, and firm believer that there’s a Friends quote for literally every situation—that’s Nellie. She's a pink-loving, bug-hating creative who loves diving into board games and trying new things. When she isn't working on a painting, she's fighting the good fight to keep her plant collection alive through sheer willpower and a very dedicated Instagram search history.
Kyle
South African through and through, Kyle is a lekker guy with a passion for high speeds, big goals, and hands-on building.
An avid runner with an Ironman in his sights, he’s happiest cheering on Lando Norris on race day or creating custom furniture in the workshop using skills learned from his grandfather.
In the kitchen, he brings serious heat with bold, flavor-packed dishes aimed at out-cooking his chef brother, though he'll readily admit his new baby girl, and any dog he meets, have successfully softened his competitive edge.
Idaho-born Madie is a true outdoorsy soul with a deep appreciation for nature, design, and fresh-baked treats. When she’s not hiking, camping, or checking off her National Park bucket list (15 down, Acadia leading!), she’s learning to garden, rewatching The Office, or hanging out with the officially declared cutest baby on the planet. Fascinated by how spaces shape our feelings, she brings that same thoughtful warmth to the team, along with a true Idahoan's unshakeable devotion to potatoes.
Madie
Pepper
As our head of security and therapy liaison, Pepper takes her roles seriously. She is a rescue lab-mix with a big heart and plenty of kisses to give. She is a big fan of chipmunks- or they are her arch nemesis- it’s not clear, but she loves chasing them. She has a quirky personality and just wants to be there for her people. Though she is often caught napping at work, she has become an integral part of our team.