I grew up along the shores of Lake Superior in Upper Peninsula Michigan where I learned to respect and love nature. At age 17, I with my parents, 2 sisters and 4 brothers,  moved to Spokane Washington.  There, I went to college the first time and began working in the health care field.  I remained in health care for 20 years.

In recent years I returned to college to earn my Interior Design degree from Scottsdale Community College in Arizona.  While a student, I had the honor of being selected to update the theme and color scheme of the Physical Fitness room at Glendale Community College.  The inspiration for the project was the beautiful subdued colors of the Arizona Desert.  The theme was nature itself.  I felt that people would appreciate being surrounded by scenes that allow their minds to wander while exercising.

One of my student Honors projects was to build a model of my Great Grandfathers Victorian Kitchen.  I was researching the development of kitchen design at the time.  Another student project was to design "The Perfect Chair for Barbie".  The design was based on a Hershey kiss design and was displayed at the Vitra Design Museum in Weil am Rhein, Germany.   During my student life I became a member of ASID (American Society of Interior Designers).  I volunteered for a variety of events and was the photographer for the Scottsdale Student Chapter of ASID. I have continued my relationship with ASID as a designer.  In April 1996 I received the "Blue Ribbon" Award for Academic Achievement and in May of 1997 I was graduated with Honors from Scottsdale Community College.

After graduation, I decided to work in the retail industry.  Through my experiences at Ethan Allen Manor House and Thomasville Home furnishings, I learned how important having "people skills" and excellent customer service is to running a successful business.

Early in 2002, I began my own business.  I work out of my home and strive to keep my overhead low so my fees are very affordable.  My work is my playground.  It is fun!  Whether it be a 90 minute consultation, designing window treatments, custom bedding, or designing complete rooms or the whole house, each client and project is unique.

I am like a chameleon.  I adapt to the clients needs and give them what they want at an affordable price while providing excellent design services tailored to the individual needs.

As people change, their needs change.  Someone once said, peoples homes are reflections of the way they live and think.  By listening to what the clients needs and tastes are, I find solutions that are appropriate for the individual's lifestyle.

When I am not designing, I enjoy spending time with my family and pets as well as exercising, photography, cooking and dining out.  In addition, I volunteer at Banner Thunderbird Hospital with their pet therapy program.  Suzie and I enjoy visiting patients weekly.