The Ultimate Guide to Custom Home Interiors in Central Pennsylvania
So, you are finally ready to take the plunge. Maybe you are building your forever home in Lancaster’s rolling countryside, remodeling a stately Colonial in Hershey or giving your Camp Hill kitchen a facelift worthy of its own cooking show.
Whatever your project, welcome. You are in the right place. Hiring a professional interior designer is no longer a luxury reserved for celebrities. It is a smart investment for discerning Central Pennsylvania homeowners who want more than just nice. You want exceptional.
Renovating, Remodeling or Starting Fresh? Here’s What to Know
Custom Means You, Not Pinterest
We all love a perfectly curated Pinterest board, but your home should not look like it was mass-produced by an algorithm. A custom interior is about designing for your life, your taste and your needs, even if that includes a dog who refuses to nap anywhere but boucle.
Whether your style leans Modern Colonial, transitional glam or minimalist Japandi, my role as your Central Pennsylvania interior designer is to filter inspiration, elevate ideas and tailor every detail to your home. Central PA homes come with unique quirks like drafty farmhouses, tricky room shapes and architectural charm that doubles as a challenge. We design around it all.
Open Concept is Alive, Just Smarter
Yes, we are still knocking down walls, but with more restraint. Today’s open concept designs are about flow, not echo chambers.
Think:
A kitchen that opens to the great room but hides the dirty dishes
A mudroom that doubles as a designer drop zone
Spaces that feel open yet intimate (yes, it is possible)
Kitchens and Bathrooms Are Always Worth the Investment
High-end homeowners in Central Pennsylvania know kitchens and bathrooms are the heart of the home. Custom cabinetry, professional-grade appliances, layered lighting and dedicated wine storage elevate kitchens beyond utility. Bathrooms are now spa-inspired retreats with heated floors, wet rooms and vanities that rival five-star hotels.
Your kitchen is no longer just a kitchen. It is your morning ritual, your dinner party headquarters and your midnight snack station, but make it elevated.
Quiet Luxury Touches
Luxury in the modern world does not shout. It whispers. Think unlacquered brass, hand-troweled plaster, sculptural light fixtures and upholstery that lasts longer than three years. Central PA homeowners are leaning into soft textures, refined neutrals and furniture built to last. This is intentional design, not impulse buys.
Designing for Central Pennsylvania Living
From the city of Harrisburg to the lakeside homes of Lake Meade, your interiors should reflect the beauty of Central Pennsylvania.
That means:
Large windows that frame farmland views
Mudrooms built for real seasons (snow, slush and soccer cleats)
Natural materials like wood and stone that connect indoors with the outdoors
Whether you live in a luxury estate near Mechanicsburg or a historic home outside Gettysburg, your home should feel grounded in its setting without feeling stuck in the past.
Your Style, Elevated by a Professional
You do not need to define your style before working with a designer. That is my job. You just need to know how you want your home to feel: calm, classic, bold, warm, dramatic or inviting.
Together, we will shape the style around your architecture, lifestyle and vision. I handle the floor plans, tile selections, fabric sourcing and contractor coordination so you can focus on living life, ideally with a coffee in hand while I show you the options.
What to Expect from a Designer in Central PA
High-end interior design is not about fluff. It is about:
Solving problems with beauty and intention
Maximizing your investment
Creating a cohesive look across your entire home
Saving you time, energy and even a few arguments over grout colors
It is my role to guide the process with experience, creativity and just enough humor to make it enjoyable.
Let’s Create Your Dream Home Without the Guesswork
A custom home interior does not start with a sofa. It starts with a conversation. If you are ready to design a home that feels beautiful, functional and deeply personal, I would love to help.
Let’s turn your house into the kind of home you never want to leave—except maybe to brag about it to your friends.
Schedule your consultation today.
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About the Author
Abby Fitzgerald is the founder and principal designer of Fitz Haus Interior Design, serving homeowners across Central Pennsylvania with full-service residential design. She specializes in creating custom interiors that blend architecture, lifestyle and timeless style, helping clients renovate, remodel or build homes that are both functional and exceptional.