HDG featured in Mulitfamily Executive's 2026 Design Trends Issue

This feature highlights how forward-thinking amenity design is redefining multifamily living, and three of our recent projects were included as examples that are shaping the future of residential communities.

HDG Founder & CEO Phyllis Hartman shares her perspective on how amenity spaces are evolving to support resident wellness, engagement, and long-term sustainability.

"Multifamily design in 2026 will be defined by a strong emphasis on resident well-being, long-term sustainability, and personalized comfort.

Traditional amenities like generic clubrooms, oversized lounges, or standard gyms aren't performing at levels they once did. While still included, they are being reimagined to support today’s priorities: wellness, resident engagement, and physical use.”

Explore three featured design trends below and hear Phyllis' insights on each.

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Ovation at Park Crest, McLean, VA

Trend: Wellness Drivers

"Amenities focused around wellness and spaces support both physical and mental health and will continue to expand in multifamily. This includes meditation rooms, yoga studios, sound therapy rooms, steam and aromatherapy showers, cold plunges, saunas, and advanced in-unit wellness features like enhanced air filtration and acoustic comfort.”

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Aventon Huntington Station, Alexandria, VA

Trend: Pet-Centric Priorities

"Other trends we expect to continue to see in 2026 are elevated pet-centric amenities beyond wash stations. Communities are adding full-service pet spas, plumbed hydration stations, indoor playrooms, and designated outdoor relief and play parks."

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Elle, Washington, DC

Trend: Flexible Workspaces

"The demand for functional and flexible remote-work environments will continue to rise. We're designing soundproof one-and two-person work pods, private meeting rooms, acoustic treatments, and ergonomic furnishings."

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