THOUGHTFUL DESIGN,
START TO FINISH

Jifa Planning & Design is a Kirkland-based residential design studio specializing in home additions, remodels, and ADUs across the Eastside.

We handle everything from concept and permit-ready drawings to interior finishes — so you have one trusted partner through the entire process.

Services

Modern dining nook with window seat and styling — interior design by Jifa Planning & Design, Sammamish WA

Consultation meetings

Not sure where to start? We'll walk through your home together, talk through your goals, and you'll leave with a clear picture of what your project involves- before you commit to anything.

Front view of Winer house addition project- entrance door- Jifa Planning & Design Redmond

Planning and permitting

From permit drawings to city approval- I handle the full planning and permitting process so you can focus on the exciting part. Serving Kirkland, Seattle, Bellevue and the Eastside.

Residential design project by Jifa Planning & Design Sammamish WA

Full Service Interior Design

Full-service interior design for remodels and new spaces- layout, material selection, fixtures, finishes, and everything in between. Designed to work together as one cohesive vision

Yifat Ish-Am- Residential Designer at Jifa Planning & Design Kirkland, WA

Nice To meet You

I’m Yifat Ish-Am (Jifa), owner and founder of Jifa Planning & Design, a residential design firm based in Kirkland, WA.

With 15 years of design experience8 years serving homeowners across the Seattle Eastside, and 123+ completed projects in Washington and California States, I specialize in high-end home additions, custom homes, ADUs, and transformative remodels. I combine thoughtful spatial design with technical precision, delivering comprehensive permit-ready construction documents and coordinating seamlessly with engineers and local jurisdictions.

Areas We Serve

Jifa Planning & Design works with homeowners throughout the greater Seattle area, including Kirkland, Bellevue, Sammamish, Redmond, Bothell, Woodinville, Mercer Island, and Seattle. 

We are fully familiar with local building codes, permit requirements, and design standards across King and Snohomish Counties.

Whether you’re planning a second-story addition, an ADU in your backyard, a full kitchen remodel, or a brand new custom home- we bring the same level of care, precision, and personal attention to every project, no matter the size or location.

What to Expect When Working With Us

Every project at Jifa Planning & Design begins with a consultation to understand your goals, your budget, and your timeline. From there, we develop design concepts, refine the details with you, and produce complete permit-ready construction documents. Throughout construction, we remain available to answer questions, coordinate with your contractor, and make sure the build stays true to the design. Our goal is simple — to make the process smooth, personal, and stress-free from the very first conversation to the final walkthrough.

Serving residential clients across Kirkland, Seattle, Bellevue, Sammamish, Redmond, and the greater King and Snohomish County area since 2017.

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