DESIGNERS
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
http://www.artinstitutes.edu/fortlauderdale/
Designers - Norma Ayee, Faculty Advisor; Buck Miller, Instructor; Margaret Montes and Valentine Vigil, Alumni; and Linda Johnston, Rose Abdallah, Edlie Charles, Carol Mac Martin, Blaine Rowland, Students.
The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale has been a contributing partner in the South Florida Interior Design Community since opening its doors in 1968 and is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (formally known as FIDER). The Art Institute's Interior Design Department has over 300 years of combined experience in the field of interior design. This year the Art Institute's Interior Design Activities Club has been honored once again when they were invited to participate in the American Red Cross 2008 Designers' Show House.
Under the guidance of Faculty Advisor Norma Ayee, IDEC, the Interior Design Activities Club has stepped up to the challenge of transforming the Front Downstairs Guest Suite of the Contemporary Designer's Show House into a College student's Bedroom/Study Suite. Ms Ayee brings many years of design experience with various large companies, the principal of Ayee Designs and as a product and furniture designer. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the New York School of Interior Design, a Master's degree in Construction Management from Florida International University, a member of the Interior Design Education Council and has won numerous awards from Who's Who Among American Teachers. She has almost 30 years as a member of the Interior Design faculty to act as advisor/ mentor to the design team.
The Interior Design Activities Club includes students in both the Residential Design Diploma and the Interior Design Bachelors Degree programs. The goal of the Interior Design Activities club is to bring all Interior Design students together to share knowledge and experiences while engaging in a variety of activities relating to the Interior Design field and community service.
This year the design team comprises of the Art Institute's family of students, alumni, and faculty to bring our creative resources together to accomplish the team's design concept. Our inspiration is "the College Student" who is studying Interactive multi-media technology and requires the special needs of a home media/computer system. This sets the mood for a modern/contemporary look which we will continue by installing fabric upholstered wall panels throughout the room. A square shaped chrome and wire modern chandelier will be used to compliment the media computer system. The square geometric shape will be carried to the flooring by installing carpet tiles. The cool modern/contemporary look will be offset by adding the warmth of wood in a Raleo wood bed headboard and a custom wood desk/wall unit. The design will be carried through to the bathroom with a custom designed vanity by Blaine Rowland, nephew of Jerry Rowland of Handcraft Woodworking Inc.
We hope to create an environment that will promote inspiration for any up and coming multi-media mogul as well as a comfortable area to wind down and relax.
Karen Balsamo
Balsamo Studios
Born in Miami Beach, Florida and growing up in South Florida has given Karen Balsamo a real appreciation for both deco and contemporary design and a fondness for the outdoors. She was able to expand on her love for art and design at the University of Maryland and while studying abroad in Europe. Karen spent over 10 years working as a showroom manager in DCOTA before branching out and following her design passion to create her own unique and functional interior spaces. Her interior design style tends to be clean and sophisticated using subtle elements of the outdoors.
Theresa Bartolo, ASID
Bartolo Interiors Group, Inc.
http://www.bartolointeriorsgroup.com/about.html
Theresa Bartolo is the founder of Bartolo Interiors Group, Inc., a Boca Raton full service design company concentrating in creative interior design as well as complete builder and architect support in renovation and new construction. As a member of the United States Green Building Council, we promote environmentally responsible and healthy design. As we strive to integrate sustainable design practice into future living space, we ultimately create positive change in peoples' lives. Theresa and her firm are committed to provide the client with exceptional service and implementation of design and technical function of interior spaces and enriching her client's lifestyle. Through this absolute commitment for excellence and exceeding client's expectations, Theresa has served clients in the eastern seaboard, including Florida, New York and New Jersey.
Theresa specializes in residential interiors and model homes, transforming the needs and desires of clients into reality, always a mark of distinction, and applying over 20 years of artistic experience and creative detail. Her expertise ranges from health and construction aspects to interior detailing and superior selection. While always reflecting her clients' needs, Theresa has designed lifestyles for a long list of clients from corporate CEOs to celebrities as well as private individuals.
Raised in New York City, Theresa has lived in Boca Raton for over 30 years with her family and is a design graduate of the F.I.T. and Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. Throughout her career, Theresa had successfully balanced the needs of her clients with the demands of raising a family. Now that her three children are grown, Theresa is once again balancing exceptional client service along with her community service. She has served on the Board of Directors for the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) for three consecutive terms. She is dedicated to promoting design excellence through education as well as participation. In addition to the Design Showcase 2003 for the American Lung Association, Theresa has been involved in other community projects and has worked on showcase homes for the Florida Philharmonic Orchestra and project managed the Florence Fuller Child Development Center, Showcase House. Many of Theresa's current designs have been published and are currently available in several design publications.
Shelly Bernal
Closets On Demand
http://www.closetsondemand.org/
Closets On Demand simplifies the lives of its clients with custom organization solutions. Dedicated to the creation of organized space for closets, home offices, laundry rooms, pantries, garages, entertainment areas, and bedrooms, the company prides itself on providing efficient and seamless full service from the first call to the final installation. "We serve clients from Boca Raton to the Keys," explains Shelly Bernal, President, "giving them the best service experience they've ever received for a home improvement project."
In addition to working with the highest quality materials available in the industry, Closets On Demand offers environmentally friendly panels that are 100% recycled material and have no urea formaldehyde added. Shelly Bernal states, "We know that what fills your home matters to you...that's why we offer this collection."
The professionals at Closets On Demand share the vision of providing life-long storage solutions that are a pleasure to purchase and a pleasure to own.
Sharon Binkerd, Allied ASID
Interiors by Decorating Den
Sharon Binkerd is an Interiors by Decorating Den owner in the South Florida region specializing in residential design. She has owned and operated her firm in Fort Lauderdale since 1997.
Born, raised and educated in Pensacola, Sharon is a native Floridian receiving her Bachelor of Arts from the University of West Florida. Prior to purchasing her franchise, Sharon taught high school English for six years and worked fifteen years as a Human Resources Executive in banking and retail.
Named the South Florida Region's franchise owner of the year for 2004 as well as in 1999, Sharon has won numerous design awards over the past five years in the company's international Dream Room competition. Her work has been published in several trade magazines as well as in the recently published Decorating For the First Time, Creating Great Guest Rooms and the just released, Dream Windows.
Decorating with her clients' lifestyles in mind, expanding their ideas and making the decorating experience as pleasurable as possible are the hallmarks of Sharon's business. This successful approach has resulted in over ninety percent of Sharon's clients being repeat and referral customers.
As a member of the Interiors by Decorating Den's design team from last year's show house, Sharon helped transform the gazebo pool area into a relaxing oasis. It is with the same enthusiasm that she will work on this year's contemporary show house.
Enrique and Roberto Blanco-Castellot
E COLECCION
http://www.ecoleccion.com/
Brothers Enrique and Roberto Blanco-Castellot are natives of Merida, Mexico, the historic colonial capital of the Yucatan peninsula. The combination of Spanish and Mayan history, heritage and cultures that is the Yucatan has strongly influenced the unique style that has come to be the signature of E COLECCION.
The brothers have further developed their sensibilities of art, style, form and function through years of education, study and travel. Enrique and Roberto form a complementary team, each with his distinct talents. Roberto, born with a natural, innate sense of style and an eye for fashion, design, color and texture has taken on the role of creative director, artist, curator and designer. Enrique, an entrepreneur at heart, and forever the promoter and marketing master with a strong business sense, is responsible for design implementation, production, purchasing marketing and promotion.
The blurring of the creative and business responsibilities makes for a vibrant, stimulating and creative environment. Together the brothers have created E COLECCION, one of the most recently successful retail and design businesses in South Florida.
Robert Boyd
Details Garden Design and Consulting
http://www.detailsgardendesign.com/
Details Garden Design and Consulting is lead by classically trained horticulturist, Robert E. Boyd. Multiplied by his other degree in landscape design and over twenty years of experience developing original landscape design and construction. Robert's understanding of scale and structure combined with his in depth knowledge of the botanical world has positioned Mr. Boyd as a leader in the garden design community.
Born in Heidelberg, Germany, Robert was raised with the background of Europe's most noted palaces and gardens. His love of the natural world and his appreciation for design led him to pursue his education in Horticulture and Landscape Design from North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, School of Design and Horticultural Science. After a three-year postgraduate apprenticeship with three nationally recognized landscape architects, Robert launched Garden Design and Consulting, which he ran from Raleigh, N.C. for fifteen years. Garden Design and Consulting had the privilege to work with some of the most noted developers and builders within the east coast market. Mr. Boyd's firm was recognized by several leading publications and awarded numerous awards for various design and project redevelopments.
Due to the success of the organization, Robert sold his interest in the firm and relocated to Los Angeles, California to work with landscape architect and professor at the University of Southern California, Jade Satterfield. Mr. Boyd had the privilege to develop stunning gardens for some of the areas finest homes in Bel Air, Malibu, Pasadena and Beverly Hill. One client who gave permission to be noted is Pierce and Kelli Bronsan on their Malibu estates along with several other Hollywood executives.
After having a second home in south Florida for a number of years, Robert yearned to work with tropical foliage full -time. Mr. Boyd was recruited by one of the area largest commercial developers, the Stiles Corporation as a Business Development Manger. During his time at Stiles, Robert worked extensively with luxury homes and large-scale resorts including designing and consulting on the world famous Westin Diplomat Hotel in Hallandale Beach and the Sanibel Harbour Beach Resort in Fort Myers, Florida.
In 2005, Robert launched DETAILS Garden Design and Consulting, which is a culmination of his 20 years of experience as a horticulturist and landscape designer bringing the finest in outdoor design to South Florida's most discerning clients.
Mr. Boyd's current projects include various publications as well as a book deal, which will be assisted by a product line of gardening equipment. Robert Boyd is a leader committed to the artistic combination of form and function in the creation of innovative and dramatic gardens. Paying total homage to the delicate environment we all cherish.
Visionary Landscape- Designed, Created and Protected.
Patty Brooks King, ASID
Elegant Interiors
Patti Brooks King is an accomplished professional offering a rich mixture of experience and success in the business world and within the interior design, architecture, construction and home furnishings industries. Known for her instinctive sense of "color correction", Patti creates interiors that are simply elegant. Every design project is embraced as a dynamic and challenging opportunity to provide a superior interior design service that will exceed all expectations.
Patti has merged with Martin Design Center in Boca Raton, FL as the "in-house" interior designer. With 17+ years in the design industry, Elegant Interiors services offered are comprehensive and integrate the combined talents and assets of Martin Design Center resources toward delivering the most distinctive designs.
Chet Chase & Greg Scott, Allied ASID
Chet Chase Designs, Inc.
http://www.chetchasedesigns.com/
Trained at the Parsons School of Design in New York City, Chet Chase was a member of both the Gucci and Versace fashion houses before developing his own product line of top-of-the-bed fashions that were sold through major department stores and specialty linen retailers. Requests from customers of those shops led him to open his own interiors firm, specializing in exquisite window fashions and textile products. Greg Scott received a B.A. from the University of Kentucky and his design training at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. An allied member of ASID, Greg brought along his expertise and partnered with Chet. Their combined talents created a successful decorating firm with clientele ranging from housewives to leaders of industry.
Chet Chase Designs, Inc., a full-service decorating and design firm serving the East Coast from Savannah, GA, to Miami, FL, was founded in 1996 by the firm's principals. Chet and Greg pride themselves on their ability to provide each client with their own unique look meeting the taste, style and design elements suitable to each individual project.
Joseph Cook Fava, ASID
Fava Design Group, LLC
http://www.favadesigngroup.com/
Unconventional ideas, distinctive style and creative thinking accurately define the Fava Design Group, LLC. As creator and owner, Joseph Cook Fava has invested both heart and soul into Fava Design Group and continues to do so every day. After five years of honing his sales and marketing skills working for the family business, Joseph found his calling at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale where he graduated at the top of class with a degree in Interior Design. He went on to become a licensed Interior Designer by the state of Florida and a professional member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID). Building a solid reputation over the years with projects throughout Florida and the Bahamas, Joe meticulously laid the foundation that would ultimately launch his career.
Joseph's remarkable talent for design, steadfast work ethics, and commitment to perfection has helped him acquire a sophisticated, discerning and loyal clientele. With projects spanning the states of Florida, Maryland, Rhode Island and New York, his continued success is evident in the visual brilliance of his work and a growing portfolio of recognition and achievement. Fava Design Group has the knowledge and expertise to listen and guide you in creating a personal space that is your haven and your reflection. It should inspire and define...invite and distinguish...comfort and intrigue.
Dana Donaty, ASID Industry Partner
http://www.danadonaty.com/
Dana Donaty Designs LLC is proud to participate and support the Red Cross in their humanitarian mission to provide relief for disaster victims, responding to emergencies and helping people to prevent and prepare.
Dana Donaty Designs LL participated in the Red Cross Show House of 2007 and is honored to be asked to return.
Dana has been painting custom murals and designer faux finishes for fifteen years for residential and corporate clients in both Europe and the US. Several of her public murals can be seen in Delray Beach, Florida.
Dana Duquesne
Yacht Décor, Inc.
http://www.yachtdecorinc.com
Dana Duquesne grew up around the South Florida yachting industry. She has a penchant for making things happen. Having earned BA and MA degrees from Nova Southeastern University and now working towards her second Bachelor's degree, Dana demonstrates a willingness to accomplish goals and commitment to every endeavor she pursues.
Most recently Dana has joined Yacht Décor, Inc. to carry on its 30-year history. Yacht Décor is a full-service interior decor group. From space planning to provide custom soft goods, Yacht Décor addresses the use of the yacht or residence and the needs of the client, to effectively bring together form and function.
Jennifer Erstein, Allied ASID
Interiors by Decorating Den
Jennifer Erstein received her Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale where she graduated Summa Cum Laude, and is a member of the American Society of Interior Design. She is a Florida native and has made South Florida her home for the last 18 years.
Jennifer's philosophy is to design rooms around her client's personal style, needs and budget. She provides friendly and professional in-home service. Jennifer is able to provide her clients with many beautiful custom items such as window treatments, area rugs, wall coverings, bedding, upholstered furniture, case goods, lighting and accessories.
Brooke Friedman-Meltzer, ASID
Brooke J Design Group
http://www.brookejdesigngroup.com/
Brooke Friedman-Meltzer, President of Brooke J Design Group, is a Licensed Professional Interior Designer and is ASID and NCIDQ certified. Brooke J Design Group specializes in high-end residential, commercial, space planning projects, and computer aided design. Services range from initial project planning, construction and supervision phases, through to final design implementation.
As a young designer, Brooke Friedman-Meltzer has already achieved an elite status in the Interior Design Industry. In 2006, Brooke was presented with The Design Star of Tomorrow award from Tiffany & Co. This prestigious award was given to the top ten upcoming Interior designers in Florida who have demonstrated outstanding design achievements. In addition, Brooke was featured on The Home & Gardening network (HGTV) Designer's Challenge. She won the challenge and the show aired internationally in August 2007. Brooke also appears as a frequent guest on the NBC 6 South Florida Today show, giving design tips and ideas.
Angela Genereux, HFIA
A. Genereux Signature Interiors
http://www.agenereuxsignatureinteriors.com/
Watching homes rise from the earth under the masterful hand of her father, a custom home builder, and interior designers bring life to the homes influenced Angela Genereux. She attended Columbus College of Art & Design and worked for a top design studio in Columbus, Ohio after graduation. Learning people skills and presenting herself to high end clients continued her education. Angela created A. Genereux Signature Interiors using her natural abilities and passion for design. She has followed in her father's footsteps, winning numerous gold awards in the BIA Parade of Homes.
Sophia Goldsmith
Casa Chameleon
http://www.casachameleon.com/
Sophia Goldsmith, would like to invite you into "The Mediterranean Master Bath Retreat." The American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter 2008 Designer's Show House is Sophia's premiere appearance to this event.
Sophia studied Interior Design in Florida and New York. Nature has inspired the textures and the movement she brings to a space. Her love of architecture comes from living in New York City, where there are so many wonderful examples of fine classic architecture. She loves the simplicity of the artist, Piet Mondrian and the romance of Dorothy Draper.
The fashion industry is where Sophia realized her love of textile, color, texture and attention to detail. Her passion for art, architecture, design and the theatrical arts have influenced her expression in design. Travel and collaboration on as many residential design projects along with the preservation of old buildings are her goals for the future.
Christine Griffin, Professional Member ASID
Murphy Bed USA
http://www.murphybedusa.com/
Christine Griffin was born and raised in the New England area and attended the New England School of Art and Design in Boston. After arriving in Florida in 1984 Christine continued her Schooling at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale where she graduated with honors in 1988.
Having always thrived on challenges of maximizing space, Christine has become an authority on creating extremely functional and comfortable environments with styles ranging from traditional to contemporary. She is constantly striving to educate and encourage designers as well as homeowners on the benefits and the aesthetically pleasing Murphy Bed USA room creations. Christine's uncompromising belief of ‘Form Follows Function' has lead to a strong and loyal clientele whom continually refer family and friends without reservation.
Deborah Hollingsworth, Allied ASID
Hollingsworth Interiors
http://www.hollingsworthinteriors.com/
Deborah graduated from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale with a degree in Interior Design and has been in business for over 25 years, with experience in both residential and commercial design. As President and CEO of Hollingsworth Interiors she is personally involved in all her design projects and is known for her minimal approach to design, making living and entertaining simple and enjoyable.
Michael Leondas Kirkland and John Hall Nelson, Jr.
Halleon
www.halleon.com
Halleon partners Michael Leondas Kirkland and John Hall Nelson, Jr.present the Master Suite for their inaugural appearance in the American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter Designers' Show House.
John Nelson studied interior design and marketing at the University of Alabama. As a young adult, he was influenced by Joe McKinnon and his commitment to color. Mr. Nelson understood that his surroundings and decoration inspired him.
In 1994 he moved to Florida to continue his design practice, John Hall Nelson Interiors. He opened J Nelson in 2001, a showroom in the Design Center of the Americas, Dania Beach, Florida, with a January 2007 opening in the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center. The showroom focus is on fine textiles and home furnishings. His influences include Sister Parish, Jacques Garcia and Anouska Hempel. Mr. Nelson actively supports the southeastern design community. As a member of the Newport Preservation Society, he has a keen interest in architectural preservation.
Michael Kirkland's background is deeply rooted in the Americas and throughout Europe. After college at the University of Alabama, where he studied art history, painting and literature, Mr. Kirkland spent several summers on a ranch in Wyoming. He admits to "studying life" for a few years, where he refined his appreciation of art, architecture, music, traveling with close friends and literature. He used Paris as a base to study throughout Europe for two years after moving there from New York City "In hindsight, that was very sensible." "When you are allowed to scatter your interests for a while, a seemingly ineffective phase can turn out to be very practical because it sharpens your mind." During those years he completed his first important design projects for friends in Paris and the United States. His significant influences: Mongiardino, Le Vau and Le Brun, Hotel Lambert, Le Jonchet, Vermeer and Rimbaud... Zaha Hadid is his present muse. He is a collector of period French and Italian textiles and has a passion for Ottoman design.
Mr. Kirkland serves on the Junior Committee of New York City Ballet, the Board of Directors of the Society of the Florida Grand Opera, and is also active in Save Venice, The National Trust for Historic Preservation and the Andy Roddick Foundation. In 2003 he curated "Textiles of an Empire", an exhibition on view at J Nelson -Florida which showcased over fifty documents from Versailles, Buckingham Palace, the Place Vendome apartment of the Sultan of Brunei, the Vatican,
among others. Mr. Kirkland is hosting the upcoming tour, "A Private View of Venice and the Venito", fall 2008, with the Editors of Veranda.
Halleon's work spans the United States, Europe and the Caribbean, with current projects in New York City, Los Angeles and Florida; and includes the renovation and interior decoration of the McKim, Mead and White-designed Carriage House of Beacon Rock in Newport, Rhode Island.
For the past three years the firm has participated in the American Red Cross Designers' Show House in Palm Beach, where Kirkland has presented such talents as Ann Getty and Sabina Braxton for the Show House Lecture Series. Halleon also participated in the 2007 Alliance Children's Theatre Guild's Show House in Atlanta, Georgia. Halleon is the exclusive importer to the Americas of textiles from Sabina Braxton and Luigi Bevilacqua, which have appeared in Architectural Digest, Veranda, House and Garden, The World of Interiors, AD France, Vogue, W and The New York Times.
Syril Lebbad
Drexel Heritage
http://www.drexelheritage.com
The hallmarks of Syril Lebbad's design work are happy clients. Many have followed her here to South Florida from the Chicagoland area, where she had established her own successful design firm. Since her arrival in Boca Raton and Drexel Heritage in 2005, her sphere of influence has expanded to delighted clients from New York to Los Angeles and Quebec to Puerto Rico. Syril's passion is the integration of her clients' lifestyles, tastes, possessions and architecture into unique and gracious places to live, work, entertain and regenerate.
Drexel Heritage's goal is to bring you beautiful products that help transform your home into the inviting space that you've always envisioned. We start by offering an expansive choice of styles, then offer custom options on almost every item in our line because we believe that home is a reflection of you.
Marilee Maddox
Maddox Interiors
Marilee Maddox began her design career 13 years ago in the SCUBA, outdoor sporting and resort industry, a choice that resulted in her designs being implemented around the world. From there her career grew as a Senior Designer for a large firm in Miami, specializing in retail, commercial, and high-end residential design until she left to start her own business.
Today Maddox is principal and owner of Maddox Interiors, located in Pompano Beach, Florida and designs custom residential and commercial interiors throughout the surrounding areas. She provides site planning and architectural rendering services to builders, property development firms, and communities, and teaches Interior Design as an Adjunct Faculty for Broward Community College; Architecture & Interior Design Department.
Kendall Marcell, ASID
Kendall Marcelle Design Associates
http://www.kendallmarcelle.com/
Always the consummate professional, Kendall Marcelle prides herself on being totally involved with her clients and vendors, as well as the design and installation phases of each job, with keen attention to detail and hands-on work ethic that ensures each client a superlative job and great peace of mind.
Kendall leads a team of design professionals who have created hundreds of residential and commercial interiors from Florida's east and west coasts to Chicago, Los Angeles and New York through Kendall Marcelle Design Associates, a dynamic interior design firm dedicated to the creation of innovative interiors that reflect the individuality of each client. Their look is quality... the result of integrity, thought, care and flexibility in design and the designer.
Jim Mileto, ASID
JM Designs & Associates, Inc.
Jim Mileto, an interior designer, graduated from the New York School of Interior Design with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design. During his schooling, he worked as an intern at Grad Associates, a leading architectural and interior design firm in New Jersey. Upon graduation, Jim went on to work with dePolo/Dunbar, Inc. in New York City which specialized in commercial as well as high-end residential interiors. His projects included The Singapore Mission to the United Nations, The Forbes Office Building, Nautica and GRP Records. While working, he taught various evening courses at the New York School of Interior Design for six years.
In 1998, Jim moved to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where he initially worked with Toby Zack Designs, Inc., a firm specializing in residential projects. From there he went on to form his own company, JM Designs & Associates, Inc., in Fort Lauderdale. One of his most recent projects completed was the total renovation and joining of two homes in the Polo Club in Boca Raton.
Mr. Mileto is a NCIDQ certified interior designer and resides in Fort Lauderdale where he volunteers as a board member for his neighborhood community. His other interests include gardening and bicycle riding.
Barbara Murtagh Nash
Blue Sky Environments
http://www.bseid.com/
It has been an amazing ride for designer Barbara Murtagh Nash and her boutique design firm affectionately named "Blue Sky Environments". After 25 years of interior design and renovation work, Nash has launched a smashing 2,500 square foot showroom complete with an additional 4,000 square feet to accommodate her design studios and corporate offices. The showroom features a unique inventory including furnishings, unusual accessories, lighting, mirrors, artwork and fine gifts. Once known for its smaller gallery hosting a limited amount, Nash has spread her wings into a beautiful variety of gifts and accessories developing a greatly expanded retail operation. To add to this exciting venture, Blue Sky Environments has proudly unveiled its magnificent website BSEID.com. In addition to the project portfolio, a unique menu of design services is offered including accessory design, design express and "furniture du jour"; which is an opportunity to preview unusual pieces for online purchase. These can be anything from a one of a kind antique to an awesome sampling of one of her many outstanding furniture vendors. The new showroom is located at 11530 West Sample Road...½ mile east of the Sawgrass just beyond the Coral Ridge Drive intersection. (954) 341-1401
The Blue Sky team was honored by the Red Cross invitation to participate a second year! Even more so to be assigned two spaces!! The firm was thrilled to have the opportunity to give back to an organization that is a global asset to the needs of mankind. "We were ready and willing to give back to the Broward County Chapter that so many people have relied on in moments of disaster and great need", Nash says, "we will simply roll up our sleeves and give it our best".
Myriam Payne, IDS
Interiors by Decorating Den, Weston
Myriam Payne is an award-winning Interiors by Decorating Den® decorator and business owner that lives and works in South Florida.
This award-winning decorator always works within her clients' budgets, timing, and style preferences - in English or Spanish.
Her design philosophy is to transform rooms into living areas that delight the senses with rich, warm colors and inviting textures that beautifully fit the family's lifestyle.
Myriam has won numerous design awards in the company's International Dream Room competition. Hundreds of design boards are judged by the editors of national design publications, including House Beautiful, Traditional Home, and Southern Living. Myriam's designs have won every year she's entered the competition.
Myriam's award winning designs have been featured nationwide in Traditional Home, Florida Design, O at Home, Window Fashions Magazine, and Decorating Solutions. Her work also has been featured in INTERIORS by Decorating Den's national commercials and other marketing materials. Further, Myriam was selected Best Interior Decorator in Weston, Florida by Our City Weston's annual "Best of Weston" competition.
Myriam was born in Havana, Cuba and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She attended college in Boston, Massachusetts and graduated with a Bachelor's of Art and a Bachelor's of Science degree from Tufts University. She went on to complete her Master's Degree at Boston University. Myriam has also studied at the prestigious Sorbonne University, in Paris, France.
Anabel Rub Peicher, NCIDQ
AP Designs, Inc.
Anabel Rub Peicher was born in Lima, Peru where she obtained a Bachelor of Architecture in 1979. She enjoys designing interiors and helping people work and live in a comfortable, pleasing atmosphere where the senses can relax. Her goal is to create a sophisticated yet warm and soothing environment in which the soul is elevated to the highest standards of living.
Through the challenges offered by the different projects in interiors and art, Anabel enjoys the creativity process and hope to bring to this world something new, refreshing and innovative.
Denise Rodriguez
Roddeni Design Group, P.A.
As a designer and individual, Denise is guided by her love of life, beauty, and nature. Born in the Caribbean and currently residing in South Florida, she has never been too far from sunny skies, lush landscapes, and warm breezes. Her designs often reflect this influence through the use of bright colors, striking contrasts, and the sometimes sculptural use of foliage.
She attained her Interior Design degree at Florida International University in Miami, Florida. In 2006, Denise launched her own firm, Roddeni Design Group, P.A. Her work has appeared in the Home Design and Remodeling Show, and her firm has been featured in the Miami Herald. Denise has been working for residential clients and looks forward to expressing her creativity and zest for beauty through the continued creation of residential and hospitality interiors.
Jephrey Scott
http://www.jscottfurnishings.com/
A native of Pennsylvania, Jephrey Scott moved to Florida to study in the fashion industry until a more interesting and creative field became apparent - interior design. A graduate of the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale and a long time employee of some of the best showrooms in DCOTA, he decided to showcase his own style of furnishings. Jephrey believes that simple, unadorned furnishings give the best sophistication for a room in which a client can then add their own personal touches, making it truly their own.
Rita Stankus, ASID Industry Partner
Works of Art
http://www.fauxworksofart.com/
Rita Stankus, Works of Art, ASID Industry Partner, has grown into one of the most innovative and respected Faux Artist / Art Designer in South Florida. Her fresh and very artistic contribution to the Interior Design industry is seen in many distinguished private residences and luxury models. Her background in Interior Design, Fine Arts and continued education of attending among sought after "Best of the Best" faux finishes schools internationally created a hallmark of her unique talent. With her remarkable talent, impeccable artistry and passion for excellence, she has masterfully transformed several of South Florida's most impressive estates into some of the most luxurious and breathtaking masterpieces ever seen.
Ms. Stankus excels at complementing her client's lifestyles and discriminating tastes through masterful combinations of textures, colors and details that touch emotions. Works of Art is distinguished by its outstanding professional reputation and client relationships, resulting in a strong referral network. In addition, Works of Art designs have been showcased through celebrated interior designers, feature publications, charity organizations and national television seen in Bob Vila Home Again. Works of Art also specializes commissioned custom canvas artwork for prospective homeowners and interior designers seeking in need of truly "extraordinary" art pieces to complement their interior design projects.
Jared Stein
Green Thumb Concepts
Green Thumb Concepts, Inc. was founded in 2002. The company prides itself in its attention to detail whether that be for landscape maintenance, Clean ups, design, consultative or installation services. Green Thumb Concepts services private residences, homeowners associations and businesses in Fort Lauderdale with outdoor low-voltage lighting, interiorscapes and landscape services.
Its proprietor, Jared Stein, comes from a line of plant lovers and care-takers. Originally from the suburbs of New York, Jared has developed his passion for tropical plants into a successful business. He custom designs each landscape based on the individual desires and budget of his clients. He and his team enjoy making Fort Lauderdale beautiful ... one property at a time.
Geesji Viguie, IDS, NKBA
Interiors by Decorating Den
Interior Decorator certified and owner of an Interiors by Decorating Den Franchisee since the year 2002, Award Winning studio 2004 in the commercial category, member/Certified by NKBA (National Kitchen & Bath Association), Affiliate to the Interiors Design Society, BA in Liberals Arts & Education from the University of Puerto Rico and more than 25 years of experience in the advertising field.
Her career had been influenced by; the way people think about their living environments and their style of life. Because we all are not created equal every single home decoration is unique. One of heir's most recognizing ability by the customers is to work within a budget without sacrifice the end result of the decoration and the look. Her design studio is located in the Marina Mile Business Park in the state Rd. 84 close to DCOTA Design Center where she receives her customers for more convenience. In her studio she carries a great variety of lines of products that makes the selection for the customers very easy, convenient and fast.
Geesji's personal touch in the professional practice is to make the decoration project something fun, easy and a creative experience for the customers. Being original from a small island in the Caribbean, Puerto Rico, she embraced a warm charming personality that influenced all she does. If you are looking for a great and colorful decoration experienced think in Interiors by Decorating Den and Geesji as you personal decorator.
Mayda Zayas-Bazan, ASID
ZB Interiors
Mayda Zayas-Bazan, ASID is honored to participate on the American Red Cross Show-House 2008, and able to support their humanitarian mission to disaster victims.
Mayda has been in business since 1989; she is a Licensed Interior Designer with NCIDQ certification and holds a Bachelor's degree form the School of Architecture at Florida International University. Mayda also serves as a Director on the Board of ASID South Florida Chapter, and has been elected to be the President of the Board in 2009.
With two companies, ZB Interiors, for residential design and DBM Design Group, Inc. for commercial design, Mayda is known for her attention to details and functionality of the spaces she creates. She believes the process should be as positive as the end result, with rooms that are comfortable and executed with style.
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