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May 2016, DALLAS- Experience in the designing of some of the most artistic and sophisticated multi-family developments, Moore Design Group just added SageWater Village to its list of triumphant credits. Stephanie Moore-Hager, Principal of MDG, in connection with Hillwood, a Perot Company has concluded another successful venture within the Alliance Town Center master-planned community located in north Fort Worth.

SageWater Village is another live-work-play neighborhood community joining, SageStone Village, as a part of an 18,000-acre AllianceTexas master-planned development; each property modeling the distinctive and visionary stylings of MDG.

Nestled in within the confines of the 900-acre Alliance Town Center development, SageWater Village is set in an idyllic location in close proximity to both downtown Fort Worth and the Alliance corridor and provides residents quality apartment homes with every lifestyle amenity, service and work option imaginable. Coupled with a natural environment that emphasizes health and wellness, it’s a destination that brings out the very best in Texas living.

“Based on the developer’s stated core values of character, courage and integrity, it was paramount that we added MDG’s commitment of respect, excellence and teamwork,” said Hager. “Rooted in a strong entrepreneurial vision, team members were encouraged to make an impact by incorporating insightful design, innovation, creativity and focusing on long-term sustainability.”

MDG’s knack of incorporating ultra-modern design with natural elements and visually pleasing color palettes create an inviting environment that is timeless and expressive; well suited for the apartment resident with discriminating taste.

“Stephanie has a unique talent to bring disparate elements of artwork, furnishings and finishes into a cohesive finished product that merges all design elements to achieve the vision for the community and the individual spaces,” Mark McHenry, Vice President of Multifamily for Hillwood said.

The developer’s signature projects have become premier environments for residents to live and work in part to the long association with MDG. Hager and her team have been consistently ranked among the top interior designers in the nation in the multi-family arena and continues to garner praise by peers and developers alike.

MDG has been fashioning lasting and memorable spaces in multifamily communities around the country since 1991 and with the continuing development of a wide array of luxury urban living communities, you are sure to see the demand for MDG’s unique and winning designs continue to develop as well.

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April 2016, DALLAS- Doing what Moore Design Group does best, Principal Stephanie Moore-Hager travelled to New York City to provide her unique perspective on fashion you  live  with  every  day  at  Brizo’s  gala  fashion  event. Hager was chosen from among the nation’s elite multifamily designers, developers and architects to participate in interactive product sessions providing valuable insight into high-end faucet collections for the kitchen, bath and shower.

Positioned at the vanguard of faucet design, Brizo is the central sponsor of renowned fashion designer Jason Wu. Not  long  ago  the  two  fashion  powers recently joined forces to bring the Jason Wu for Brizo Collection to life proving runway trends influence more than the just fashion you wear.

Not limited to input from the fashion runway, Brizo recognizes that interior designers live in the daily trenches of design imagination exploring new and dramatic ideas to combine design motif with functionality in everyday living spaces.  With that in mind, Brizo sponsors annual workshop events seeking direction from experts like Hager. This year’s event incorporated round table discussions judging products in various stages from concept to production.

Judd Lord, Sr. Director of Industrial Design for Brizo kicked off the event with a focus group discussing fashion development for urban design. Hager has long been established as an expert in the field of multifamily design integrating the puzzle pieces of total design sophistication to the most private of living areas like your master bathroom.

Product sessions included evaluating Brizo’s design and research process vetting prototypes of twenty to thirty fixtures with the group. “The audience is tech savvy,” said Jai Robinson, Sr. Channel Marketing Manager for Brizo. “What we learn during this research process is invaluable.  It literally assists in refining and finalizing the product itself. Judgments from successful designers, like Stephanie, are the lifeblood of our creativity.”

“This  form  of  presentation  and  participation  in  product  sessions  really  helped  work through the noise of the larger design spaces to elevate and emphasize the fine point of meticulously designed faucets and showering accessories.” said Hager.

The fashion event was not restricted to product sessions alone.  The goal of the event was to offer design imagination coupled with  a  unique  experience for the participants. Guests of the event were provided accommodations at the modern and sophisticated Eventi Hotel where, to their delight, they experienced firsthand  an  encounter  with  Brizo’s newest line of faucets specially installed for the affair.

For an entire week New York City was electrified with social and cultural fashion events throughout the city. Hager, along with the other participants, were rewarded for imparting their expertise with VIP access to Jason Wu’s Fashion Show and exclusive after- party.

Hager is no novice when it comes to applying her craft having been  recognized in  her  industry as  the 2015 Distinguished  Alumni  from  The  Art  Institute  of  Dallas (AID). The award, presented in December, was for the most notable graduate among all AID alumni nationwide, paying tribute to Hager for her outstanding achievements in the interior design industry.

Hager has enjoyed repeated recognition by the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) with their prestigious Legacy of Design Awards and Design Ovation Awards; while also receiving the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) Pillars of the Industry Awards for her modern and purposeful designs.

“Even after more than 23 years in the industry, we still approach every project with the belief that design is a lifestyle,” Hager said. “Brizo’s design process proves that form and function have a place in fashion design at a very basic life level.  It was truly a pleasure to being included in this methodical yet exhilarating process.”

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The Belvedere, The Mark at CityPlace Offer Luxury Living in Springwoods Village

One of Texas’ most prominent and longstanding designer/developer teams, Moore Design Group and Martin Fein Interests, Ltd. is making an eco-friendly impact with their multifamily properties in the sustainable master-planned community of Springwoods Village, situated on 2,000-acres in Spring, Texas, 20 miles north of downtown Houston.

This summer, MDG and Fein broke ground on a second luxury multi-family property in Springwoods Village, The Mark at CityPlace. The six-story, 268-unit apartment project is located on 3.75 acres in the CityPlace mixed-use development, along Springwoods Village Parkway next to ExxonMobil Campus. The project is expected to be certified LEED Silver.

MDG designed The Mark’s exclusive amenities including: a gourmet demonstration kitchen with a dining and entertaining area; a university-style library and connecting conference rooms; a club area with billiard tables and flat-screen televisions; a fitness center with separate yoga and spinning studios; a spa with private treatment rooms; and an outdoor sundeck with a lap pool, and a resort-style pool with cabanas and outdoor kitchen.

The Mark will feature 8,051 square feet of retail on the first floor, which is expected to open in the first quarter of 2017. The first units are expected to be delivered by the end of 2016.

Springwoods Village is a new model of sustainability and greener living, preserving its natural ecosystems, building energy-smart housing, and reducing the need for cars by providing a walkable mix of shopping, dining, offices and public amenities.

The Belvedere, MDG and Fein’s first luxury multi-family development in Springwoods Village, opened in 2014 and provides residents direct access to natural open space, parks and community trails, with close proximity to the 150-acre Nature Preserve and ExxonMobil Campus. The apartments feature 26 unique one-, two- and three-bedroom designs, premium finishes, superb amenities and award-winning interior architecture. In 2015, the American Society of Interior Designers presented MDG with two Design Ovation Awards for The Belvedere, recognizing the property’s influential fixture and product design.

The Belvedere also has been certified as National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Green, Bronze Level, signifying high performance in site design, resource, water and energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and building operation and maintenance.

With their exceptional designs and environmentally responsible building practices, the powerful designer/developer pair continues to lead the multifamily industry in forging a new landscape of sustainability and stewardship.

For their entry in the Residential: Model/Show House category, MDG Project Manager Kaitlin Jones received recognition for the design of the model at SageStone Village. Jones designed the model with organic textures, statement-making fabrics, and bold, custom artwork that brings warm punches of color to the otherwise cool, relaxing background. The Quorum black pendant with bronze down rod adds a particular interest with a mix of metals, and visual textures keep the space stimulating and connected to the architectural solutions, keeping the model functional and mature.

“As a design firm, we understand trends, materials and construction techniques,” Moore-Hager said. “We were able to get a true feel for our clients’ interpretation of our design intent while hitting the bottom lines required by the developers for these winning designs.”

Established in 1991, Dallas-based Moore Design Group has earned a reputation as the leading designer of multifamily living communities in the United States. A comprehensive design portfolio, media coverage, awards, company information and more are available at mooredesigngroup.net.

Multifamily Interior Design Firm Receives Top Honors in Uncharted Categories

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NOVEMBER 2014, DALLAS- The nationally-acclaimed interior design team that is widely celebrated for its groundbreaking multifamily designs has expanded its collection of accolades to include awards in commercial, hospitality and residential design categories as well. Moore Design Group, headed by Principle Stephanie Moore-Hager, won seven awards in the 2014 ASID Texas Legacy of Design competition, which honors outstanding members of the design community and recognizes the finest and most innovative achievements in interior design.

For the first time, the ASID committee opted to eliminate the multifamily category from the annual competition, obliging MDG’s designs to compete in the commercial, hospitality and residential design categories. The change in category structure proved to not be a hindrance to MDG’s success in the competition.

“It is a distinguished honor to be judged and recognized by our peers in such a rewarding way that identifies the finest interior design achievements within the Texas Chapter,” Hager said.

The Vue at RidgeGate in Lone Tree, Colorado continues to acquire accolades for its sleek “mountain modern” design. In the Commercial Singular Space category, the leasing lobby of The Vue won second place while the club amenity area received an honorable mention.

The Vue’s model unit, designed by Project Manager Allison Bates, is carefully inscribed with sophisticated, earthy elements, won second place in the Contemporary Residence category.

“These kudos add so beautifully to the luster of MDG’s magnificent design. I continue to believe that The Vue at RidgeGate is our nicest design and execution to date,” Martin Fein, President of Martin Fein Interests, Ltd, said.

Monaco on the Trail located in Uptown Dallas won first place in the Commercial Hospitality category for the club amenity space design and second place in the One Unique Space category for the lobby entrance. The model unit, also designed by Bates, won first place in the Contemporary Residence category.

Winning first place for Residential Contemporary Bedroom, the guest retreat in the Dallas home of Supreme Lending President Scott Everett is meticulously designed as a comfortable, inviting space that welcomes visitors with a cool neutral palette. The mélange of luxurious textures and rich, dark woodwork create a balanced space that is as functional as it is fashionable.

With 24 years of experience in the industry, MDG continues to design winning dynamic interiors and is sure to add distinctions to its running list of awards and accolades with new projects currently underway.

“Purposeful texture, color and tactile surfaces are specifically designed with our client’s project intentions in mind,” Hager said. “Our spaces are exceptionally inviting. We provide a balanced mix of functional practical forms – it’s about mixing not matching!  Life is about accumulating pieces, it reflects your interest, experiences and travel. Anytime you can bring people to a room for multiple purposes you have succeeded.”

Luxury Multifamily Communities in Alliance Town Center Embrace Live Smart Principles

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JULY 2014, DALLAS – Award-winning interior design firm Moore Design Group and Hillwood, A Perot Company, are creating luxury apartment communities within the Alliance Town Center master-planned development that embrace the Live Smart principles of community, healthy living, environmental stewardship and technology.

MDG Principle Stephanie Moore-Hager is teaming up with one of the nation’s largest private real estate developers to create memorable, modernized communities in AllianceTexas. Created by H. Ross Perot Jr. 25 years ago, AllianceTexas is now the largest development of this kind in North Texas.

SageStone Village, situated on 13 acres of land within the Alliance Town Center master-planned development, is a 306-unit apartment property that targets residents seeking an urban lifestyle with easy access to shopping, entertainment, recreation, dining and healthcare services. SageStone Village completed in April 2014 and SageStone Village II is currently under construction.

Upon entering the leasing office and amenity areas at SageStone, visitors are greeted with the sophisticated ambiance of a boutique hotel. The concierge/leasing desk evokes an urban energy while a chic café/latte bar with multiple plasma screens defines the social space.

“Stephanie and her team have a unique talent to bring disparate elements of artwork, furnishings and finishes into a cohesive finished product that merges design elements to achieve the vision for the community and the individual space,” Mark McHenry, Vice President of Multifamily for Hillwood, said.

MDG and Hillwood’s collaboration on SageStone Village I and II follows the success of their first multi-family venture together, Monterra Village, noted as the first 100-percent, smoke-free luxury apartment home community in North Texas. While Sagestone Village was designed to appeal to the urban pioneer, Monterra Village offers a neighborhood setting surrounded by permanent open space.

MDG designed the expansive leasing and amenity center with sustainable woods, warm tones and textures to create a modern, rustic space with a sophisticated ranch-style ambiance.

“Purposeful texture, color and tactile surfaces were specifically designed with our client’s project intentions in mind. Our spaces are exceptionally inviting,” Hager said. “We provide a balanced mix of functional practical forms – it’s about mixing not matching.”

Over the next decade, Hillwood plans to develop more than 3,000 units total at AllianceTexas to meet the increasing housing demand in north Texas, promising a long-term venture with Moore Design Group, who will be commissioned for the multifamily designs.

“Working with Stephanie and her team is always a pleasure. Stephanie’s commitment to quality and service and her collaborative team approach is a perfect match for our culture at Hillwood,” McHenry said. “Stephanie has a talented eye for color and style in her designs, and she is constantly looking to stay current with emerging trends in the multifamily industry that drive our amenity space programming and office space planning and design.”

The Vue at RidgeGate in Colorado earns top honors from ASID

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JULY 2014, DALLAS- One-upping themselves at the Dallas Design Ovation Awards ceremony, Moore Design Group was honored with seven of the prestigious interior design awards presented by the American Society of Interior Designers. In 2013, the nationally-acclaimed team earned six awards at the annual juried design competition that encompasses more than 30 categories.

“It is an honor to be recognized by our peers for our designs and contributions to the community,” MDG Principle Stephanie Moore-Hager said. “These awards are a testament to just how motivated and inspired this team really is. For us, design is not a job; it is a lifestyle and our passion.”

For the second year in a row, MDG took home the top two awards in the Commercial Multi-Family category, winning first place for The Vue at RidgeGate in Lone Tree, Colorado and second place for The Lancaster in Fort Worth.

A collaboration between MDG and Lang Partners, LLC., The Lancaster property features a light-filled, modern space that connects the property to its vibrant surroundings in the Arts District. Customized wall coverings and a commissioned conference table by a local artist complete the refined contemporary palette. The lobby features a unique sustainable lighting sculpture from Aqua Creations’ ‘Jewel Collection’ that adds intrigue and whimsy. The movement of the suspended kinetic mobiles creates an elegant, theatrical environment.

But it was The Vue at RidgeGate, a Martin Fein Interests, Ltd. property, that was the big winner of the night for MDG, receiving four Design Ovation Awards for its “mountain modern” design.

“The architectural interior design of The Vue is indigenous and inspiring,” Hager said. “We melded clean lines with warm tones, richly hued fabrics, sustainable woods and customized pieces to bring a level full of nature and the outdoors into a modern space.”

The demonstration kitchen at The Vue also echoes the natural, earthy tones surrounding the property. The commissioned tables won first place for Commercial Product Design. Handcrafted with solid maple slab tops and acrylic end legs, the tables appear to be floating, and custom cedar block art enhances the organic, creative ambiance of the space.

Taking first place for Commercial Fixture Design was the custom brown agate reception desk that welcomes visitors upon entering the lobby. From Caesarstone’s Masterpiece Collection, the surface of the desk was hand-made from individually cut and bound semi-precious stones that are believed to have healing powers and radiates an earthy energy.

MDG received two awards in the Residential Model/Show House category. Earning second place was The Vue’s model, which features a creative and inscribed environment that isn’t trendy or overdone. The model unit evokes a distinct energy that embodies what life in Colorado is all about.

The other Residential Model/Show House that earned MDG recognition was the one-bedroom model unit at The Encore in Plano. The Zale|Corson Group’s luxury apartment community combines urban design and upscale amenities. MDG’s model unit design received an Honorable Mention for the colorful, contemporary motif and geometric lines that give the space an easy, modern vibe.

Winning second place for Residential/Bedroom,the guest retreat in the Dallas home of Supreme Lending President Scott Everett is meticulously designed as a cozy, inviting space that welcomes visitors with a warm neutral palette and punches of cobalt.

Even with more than 23 years of experience in the ever-changing interior design industry, MDG still continues to approach each new project with an unparalleled passion for design. With such refreshing talent and consistent contributions to the design community, MDG is sure to garner accolades for many years to come.

 

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Commercial/Multi Family	The Vue at Ridgegate
Commercial/Product Design	The Vue at Ridgegate
Commercial/Fixture Design	The Vue at Ridgegate

MARCH 2014, DALLAS- On a prominent site in Lone Tree, Colo. is the latest inspiration of Moore Design Group and developer Martin Fein Interests, Ltd. Located in one of the most desirable communities in the Denver area, The Vue at RidgeGate is part of a 3,500 acre master-planned community that is designed around parks, trails and a future Light Rail site. The premium, amenity rich apartments offer luxury living with a picturesque backdrop.

The Vue at RidgeGate embodies an inventive interpretation of dimension, structure and shape that captures what life in Colorado is all about. Through creative and inscribed environments that aren’t trendy or over the top, the sleek “mountain modern” design is indigenous and inspiring – a relaxed atmosphere where all barriers are removed.

Upon entering the lobby, visitors are greeted with contrasting elements and an overall energetic design. The extraordinary surface of the reception desk, designed by MDG from CaesarStone’s Masterpiece Collection, is hand-made from individually cut and bound semi-precious brown agate and radiates an earthy energy.

The Stix Pendant lighting by Charles Loomis mimics shining prisms of ice on the branches of trees in a snow-covered forest and emit a stunning brilliance. The interior wall ledge cladding throughout the reception and club areas blends a unique collection of slate, sandstone, quartzite and schist off-cuts that were left over from various quarries – a sustainable, eco-friendly product that creates an organic ambiance.

Corten steel portals lead to the clubhouse, the lively heart of community life. The Douglas fir wide plank flooring in the great room is the passion of the artisans of Viveash Ranch in New Mexico. Artist, Welder and Sculptor Geoff Hager used recycled and re-purposed metal bits to create the custom metal sculpture on a steel plate and add a bit of soul to the space. The library features ecological and stylish cork floors and an expansive terrace that offers uncommonly regal seating for the outdoors in the form of an 18^th century teak wingback chair.

Residents can also enjoy the media room with theater-style seating for 20 and a well-equipped fitness center. A demonstration kitchen that can be used for cooking classes and entertaining is adorned with handcrafted “floating” tables and custom cedar block art.

Moore Design Group created an inviting and vibrant space that connects to its incredible surroundings.  The motif is a meld of clean lines with warm tones, richly hued fabrics, sustainable woods, customized pieces and handsomely textured furniture.

“Our vision was to create an oasis where visitors and residents would enjoy socializing and relaxing,” MDG Principle Stephanie Moore-Hager said. “The Vue evokes a distinct energy that our chosen materials and elements reflect.  The space features contrasting pieces that bring a level full of nature and the outdoors into a modern space.”

With the installment of The Vue at RidgeGate and plans for the development of more properties in the area already on the boards, the designer/developer duo is branching out to one of the top 10 new construction metros in the nation, according to Multifamily Executive. The urban environments are changing the lifestyles of potential residents – consumers crave the amenities that the decade old apartments in the area lack and it is easy to see how renters are lured to the new amenity-wrapped apartments.

“Denver is a very attractive city for lifestyle and employment. Being on a rail line appeals to the professional, and walkability is also a big factor,” Martin Fein, President of Martin Fein Interests, Ltd. said.  “The hallmark of our communities is the service and attention to detail in every aspect of the development down to the smallest details. Stephanie and her team play a big role in establishing that atmosphere. It really is a collaborative process.”

MDG and MFI continue to create properties that combine architectural distinction, superb design with an unwavering commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Their communities are the consummate settings for life as it can be lived and promise a lasting appeal for generations to come.

OCTOBER 2013, DALLAS- Moore Design Group celebrated a banner evening at the 2013 ASID Texas Legacy of Design Awards ceremony when they were honored with five awards for their groundbreaking residential and multifamily designs. The annual competition of the American Society of Interior Designers recognizes the finest and most innovative interior design achievements within the Texas Chapter and honors outstanding members of the design community.

Led by Principle Stephanie Moore-Hager, the prominent interior design firm earned first place in four categories for its contemporary designs in the Dallas residence of Supreme Lending President Scott Everett.

Taking first place in the Residential Singular Space category, the grand entryway of the Everett resid

ence has become well known throughout the design community as a luxurious welcoming reception into the home. MDG transformed the space with careful attention to architectural and design details, such as the patterned limestone floor, commissioned art and a jewel-toned, hand blown glass chandelier, which Hager co-designed.

The modern and purposeful design of the chef’s kitchen in the Everett home earned first place for Residential Kitchen Contemporary. Thoughtful cabinet layout creates a chef-ready cooking space and the modern, clean lines, and open floor plan are appropriate for hosting everything from large gatherings to small family dinners. Focusing on innovation and energy efficiency, MDG created a space that is intimate, fashionable and functional.

First place for Residential Bathroom Contemporary, the master bathroom of the Everett home mimics a boutique hotel, spa-like setting with a stunning backdrop of relaxation and intimacy. A hidden door into the bath was the catalyst for the entire bedroom with everything oversized to accommodate its owner’s 6’4” height.

The central room in the Everett home serves many different functions and takes a calm and modern approach to having the outdoor living space serve as a harmonious extension of the indoor living area. Uniquely integrating interior and exterior design elements, MDG won first place in the Residential Contemporary Large category for the comfortable and distinctive design. The large glass openings, the carefully chosen furnishings and the colorful ambient lighting infuse the space with sophisticated and eye-catching personality.

After sweeping its residential categories, MDG was also awarded the second place title in the Multifamily – Facilities category for the Zang Triangle, a property that has received remarkable recognition from the design community. The unique combination of structure, décor and crisply tailored elements of the urban community showcases the collaborative spirit of the design team and the architect. The remarkable custom tree sculpture in the center of the lobby helps create the eclectic and funky ambiance for which the Zang Triangle, and the Oak Cliff neighborhood itself, is now known.

“Even after more than 23 years in the industry, we still approach every project with vitality and the belief that design is a lifestyle,” Hager said. “We are honored to have been awarded such recognition from ASID for projects that were truly a pleasure to design.”

The dynamic success in 2013 is expected to lead into a promising 2014 for MDG. Hager and her team continue to advance in the interior design industry by demonstrating and celebrating the power of design to positively change people’s lives.