In a nutshell
- Started on her journey with a design degree from Florida State University
- ASID member since 1977
- Founded Design Lines in 1979
- Elevated to ASID College of Fellows in 2005
- Famed for her genuine focus on client needs – and her ability to visualize the perfect solution while standing in an empty room
- Loves to share her knowledge and help train new generations of designers
- Has completed hundreds of projects, received numerous awards, put in countless hours on volunteer projects
- Couldn’t be happier with where her work has taken her
In real life
- Favorite Place To Be: Anywhere where my friends and family are
- Favorite Vacation Spot: Northern Mediterranean coast of Spain
- Favorite Meal: Steamed shrimp, salad and French bread
- Favorite Plays: on Broadway I loved The Lion King for the costumes and staging, and Aida for the music
- Off The Clock: Other than work, my favorite things to do are reading (especially Pat Conroy), and cooking a big meal (then sitting outside and eating for hours)
- Childhood Memory: I lived in Richmond VA as a child and loved the lightning bugs on a summer evening
- Surprising Pet Fact: I didn’t know I could love a little grand puppy but I do!
- Inspiration: My inspiration in work – whether color, comfort or composition – is nature
- Favorite Part Of The Job: Seeing how what I do changes the way people live and how they feel about their space