Interior Design
Design as a profession: During my time teaching Interior Design at USM, I could often tell which students would thrive in the field and which might struggle to fully grasp its depth. Interior design is complex—it challenges every part of the brain. Designers must understand the scientific, physical, economic, cultural, psychological, emotional, and even spiritual effects of well-designed spaces.
With decades of award-winning experience, I have applied and learned from all these dimensions. My work, both approachable and precise, creates environments that foster a deep sense of well-being. Why? Because each design considers every aspect of what makes a space truly great.
After stepping away from commercial and healthcare design, I now focus on residential projects, helping clients create meaningful spaces that improve their physical, emotional, and economic well-being. My goal is always to make a positive, lasting impact on the lives of those I work with.
Portfolio
My career has spanned a wide range of interior and exterior environments. One of the most unique projects was working on Freeport McMoRan’s offshore living platform for sulfur mine workers, where I fully embraced the role of "environmental designer." In such harsh conditions, my goal was to improve the workers' lives through thoughtful use of color and flooring patterns.
A career highlight was a 250,000-square-foot healthcare project for Arkansas Children's Hospital. There, I used color as a key wayfinding tool and designed flooring patterns and icons that informed and inspired. I also had the creative freedom to develop a design theme for each floor, reflecting the natural beauty of Arkansas. In addition to these elements, I contributed to an evidence-based design approach for pediatric oncology patient rooms, including designing "End-of-Life" rooms for children and their families. Understanding the profound emotional impact of these spaces was deeply meaningful to me.
The environment plays a crucial role in residential and family life. As Le Corbusier once said, "A home is a machine for living in." While it’s important for homes to function seamlessly, we must also consider their emotional and aesthetic impact. A well-designed space should inspire us daily, because in the end, it’s the "everyday" moments that matter most. You can learn more about this philosophy in our
