I believe in putting Fun into a Functional design. A room should be an experience. Something in it should make you say, "WOW!" I aim to create something no one has seen before, and at the same time design a flow for each client where every square inch of the room is used for something purposeful. I like blending styles - industrial/modern, rustic/modern, etc. In the same fashion I like to blend contrasting materials - rustic wood/shiny metal, concrete/painted glass, etc. Lastly, I feel my psychology and communication backgrounds merge well with my art, design, product knowledge, and computer skills to produce innovative designs for each individual.
philosophy / style
Interior design
- creating useful space through creative layouts
- strong product knowledge of furniture, cabinetry, flooring, etc., and knowing how to integrate my product knowledge into creating a cohesive room
- creating murals through skills developed as an artist/painter
- themed rooms
- generating comprehensive designs/layouts through Google SketchUp and Omni Room Planner.
- kitchen and bath designs through ICC in Crown Point using 2020 Design software
- unique use of lighting to enhance a room's overall feel
Graphic designs
- unique yet simple logos created through the use of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Photoshop
- photo retouching
- custom calendars
- anything else imaginable
Airbrushing (not offering airbrushing services at this time in order to focus on design work)
- illustration
- wall murals
- automotive
- t-shirts
- signs/advertisements
Specialties
about MYSELF
After many years of cultivating my skills and fine tuning those skills through classes at the Art Institute, I have finally put together a website to demonstrate my works as a designer. This lead me to become part of the design team at Walter E. Smithe in Merrillville, the kitchen and bath team for Schillings, FCA floor coverings, and now designer for ICC in Crown Point. Now I can combine all my design skills and product knowledge along with my creativity and artistic talents to ensure my client's will receive coolest rooms imaginable.