Gizem Ozkaya
"I love the challenge that each project brings: the challenge of making a space unique, yet functional and beautiful, and of making it a place that when entered, brings a smile to my client’s face."
Experience
I have been in the remodeling industry for over two decades, partnering with homeowners across the Northern Virginia area, and am proud to have spent the last ten years leading projects here at Case Design. This deep local experience allows me to bring a unique advantage to any project I work on: a professional background in design seamlessly paired with expert project development leadership.
My approach is entirely built on taking the time to truly listen and understand my clients’ unique needs, desires, family rhythm, and budget. I thrive on solving complex space challenges, building meaningful relationships, and being an integral part of the remodeling process from initial concept through construction. Remodeling is a major personal and financial journey, and I deeply value the trust my clients place in me. My passion for design is driven by translating our conversations into thoughtfully designed spaces that are both beautiful and highly functional—ultimately solving the unique “puzzle” of a home and bringing my clients the pure happiness of seeing their space transformed into something truly special.
With a deep-rooted family background in fine arts, I developed an early appreciation for painting and artistic expression. This lifelong foundation shapes my sensitivity to composition, color, and form in every project I take on. When I’m not partnering with clients to design their dream homes, I enjoy the outdoors—especially near the water—and love celebrating life’s meaningful moments.
Honors & Awards
- Top Gun Sales FY2025
- 2025 Crytal Grand Prize winner
- Best of Houzz 2024 - Service Award
- 2022 Crystal Grand Prize Winner
- 2022 MCBA Outstanding Bath Award (presented by the Montgomery County Builders Association)
- Best of Houzz 2021 - Service Award
- Best of Houzz 2020 - Service Award
- 2019 Crystal Choice Winner
- 2018 MCBA Outstanding Kitchen Award (presented by the Montgomery County Builders Association)
Client Testimonial
"Working with Gizem was a dream!!! We had lots of ideas and opinions when we started the design process; we even had concepts from a previous Architect that we had tried out. She really listened to us and was able to bring what we wanted to life. She had amazing design ideas to incorporate the looks we wanted and helped us balance the whole concept. She even helped us in choosing things that we bought separately from Case, just to make sure the whole design came together. At every turn she went above and beyond to make sure out project was perfect. It honestly came out better than we could have imagined. Her layout/ design for the actual space really pushed us to see our house differently and if it had not been for her insistence that we consider this option, our project would not be anywhere near as life changing as it has been. I, without any hesitation, would highly recommend working with Gizem (& Case Design as a whole). She is someone you really want on your team!"
-Amber V.