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All projects shown were designed and build during my employment with Hewe architectural cabinetry.

Welcome to ExklusivHausDesign.
We are a boutique design studio based between Hamburg and Bremen (Germany), specialising in high-end residential kitchen and interior design. With over 10 years experience planning and designing interiors, we have been involved in many successful projects in Germany and internationally.

"ExklusivHausDesign = German for exclusive/luxury house design"

"Great design is nothing without great craftsmen bringing the design to reality" - Gunnar Friese

Trusted partners are essential for the success of every project: with decades of experience in the luxury cabinetry space, our cabinet maker delivers the highest quality craftsmenship and best possible service every time.

ExklusivHausDesign collaborates with you on new build and renovation projects from the first idea to handover of the finished project. In fact, we like to manage the whole process for you, including liaising with builders, cabinetmakers, tradesmen and suppliers.

Architectural floorplan review
Space planning and design of luxury kitchens, bathrooms, laundries, wardrobes, living- and bedrooms, up to whole residential houses
Concept development to detailed design
Visualisation of ideas in photoshop, 3D rendering
Custom furniture and built-in cabinetry design
Finishes and Fixture selection
Lighting design coordination
Interior architectural detailing
Coordination with cabinetmaker and trades during construction and install
Site visits and measure

I had the privilege of learning from industry leading designers, architects, craftsmen and working with wonderful clients throughout my career. Projects get special collaborating with special people.

Starting my career in the yacht design industry, I gained valuable knowledge in both styling/ designing objects, but also the technical knowledge to bring ideas to reality. A good eye for spatial design and special attention to detail helped me transition to residential properties.

Designer and Founder of
ExklusivHausDesign: Gunnar Friese

My spare time I like to fill with adventures with my family, often involving paragliding, kitesurfing and standup paddling. We also like exploring foreign countries with 4x4 overland vehicles and camping on the beach.

TESTIMONIALS

"We have just recently let Gunnar design our second kitchen at the bach up in Matakana, after our house in the city gained so much style and resell value with the new kitchen and renovation. His attention to detail is second to none, this results in a well balanced design with clean lines and luxury details"

Kate & Tony

"Wow, I would move in immediately" Client after the concept presentation for their new holiday home.

Evelin & Martin

"The design has exceeded our expectations, even the built in cabinetry looks like pieces of luxury furniture. We were on the same page with Gunnar every step of the way, from the first concept presentation to the finishing touches of our new home. Highly recommended!"

Amanda & Ray

"After completing a few projects with Gunnar as the designer, we can easily recommend him. He has quite specific ideas on how things have to be done to fit his high standards, but he communicates well and answers questions promptly. And the end results are stunning for the clients. Gunnar does not only have design flair but also his engineering background to help to solve technical challenges on site"

Building company

"Thanks again for all your help. Gunnar has designed a beautiful white kitchen for us, which functions very well and still looks beautiful after all these years"

Tom & Sarah