Karen Lawson

Karen grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa and came to Seattle via a multi year sojourn in London and a long-term layover in New York City.  Running her own casting company then working at two global advertising agencies as well as in the natural food business, Karen has spent many years developing the communication and strategic business skills she calls upon to help Charlie execute her design vision.  Karen is responsible for the day-to-day management of the studio and is delighted to be surrounded by beauty and design as a function of her work.

TESSA HYATT

With more than 12 years of design experience ranging from high-end residential homes to commercial office and hospitality spaces in both the Rocky Mountains and Pacific Northwest, Tessa has always excelled at bringing natural landscapes into her work. Born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska she was inspired by the dramatic beauty of her surroundings which cemented an appreciation for incorporating just the right bold and impactful features in her designs. An NCIDQ-certified interior designer, Tessa received her Bachelor of Interior Design from Colorado State University and studied in Australia. Before joining the firm in 2018, Tessa spent 8 years at Slifer Designs in Colorado. She moved to Seattle to be near the water and mountains she loves. Tessa enjoys skiing, kayaking, baking, painting and hiking with her husband in the beautiful Northwest.

LOUISA CHANG

With over 25 years of experience as a licensed architect, Louisa brings a holistic point of view to interior architecture and design. Her breadth of projects includes hospitality, workplace, civic, luxury residential towers, and private homes. In each project, Louisa focuses on creating a welcoming, tailored, and personalized environment that reflects her clients’ goals and vision. Her work in the Pacific Northwest and West Coast has been published and won local and national awards.

As a resident of downtown Seattle, Louisa finds joy in exploring farmers markets, cooking, dining with friends, and finding respite in Pilates, standup paddling, and skiing. Her favorite travels include vibrant urban cities, mountains, and peaceful lakefronts.

Tiffany Taylor

Tiffany was born and raised in the Puget Sound region. She is a UW graduate with a BA in Interdisciplinary Visual Arts with a focus on Architectural History and Public Art. She continued her education with a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Interior Design from Bellevue College. Tiffany has more than 8 years of experience specializing in high end residences. With a deep appreciation of the built environment Tiffany is influenced by the natural surroundings and inspiration offered by the Pacific Northwest. When not at work Tiffany enjoys spending time at the beach with her husband and two young children.

Renata Chew

Renata studied Art History at the University of Oregon. Her early training led her to work in museum collections and archives. In the years since, she has found the design/build industry a perfect segue, appealing to her sense of beauty and order. She has spent more than 12 years working for design and construction firms within project management and procurement. Her keen eye for detail and enthusiasm for systems contributes to the smooth running of the design process. Renata enjoys traveling, dinner parties, spoiling her nieces and poking around vintage shops.

HANNAH POTTORFF

Growing up in Colorado instilled a love of nature in Hannah. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Colorado State University and spending a semester in Florence, she sought out a place that combined the beauty of natural landscapes and the excitement of city life. Seattle seemed to have it all. She started her career at a local architecture firm working on residential and commercial projects. Hannah has always been aware of how the design of a space effects the overall experience and strives to design spaces that create a sense of place. Outside of work she enjoys hiking, snowboarding, trying new restaurants, and picnics in the park with friends.

MELISSA STEWART

Melissa studied interior architecture at California State University, Sacramento, and Business Administration with the Foster School of Business at the University of Washington; she has supported sales, marketing, and business strategy for brands including Nordstrom, Sugarfina, and butter LONDON. Her background allows her to offer a unique perspective that blends a deep appreciation for aesthetic harmony, instinctive client-centered service, and commitment to seamless business operations. Melissa is a problem-solver who strives to ensure that teammates and clients have positive and memorable experiences. Melissa and her husband enjoy cooking with the extraordinary resources of the Pacific Northwest, cycling along Lake Washington, and kayaking in the San Juan Islands.

McKenna Mulder

McKenna studied design at the Heritage School of Interior Design in Seattle, WA. Born and raised in Washington, McKenna enjoys all of the beauty the PNW has to offer – from the city to the mountains. She believes a space should embody who you are, while also being both practical and beautiful. Outside of work McKenna enjoys reading, sunset chasing, trying her hand at baking, and hanging out with her dogs.