Meet Our Team
We exist to be a design and economic engine that drives the experiences of our clients, people and ecosystem around us.
That starts with the people behind it. For more than
three decades, our team has brought together diverse
expertise, hands-on project experience and a shared
commitment to thoughtful, high-performing environments.
Executive Team
Practice Leaders
Karen Velasquez
Practice Leader | Studio Director
Laura Thompson
Practice Leader
Lisa Blois
Practice Leader
Louise Schmidt
Practice Leader
Mahrukh Anwar
Practice Leader
Project Leaders
Project Team
Ariana Ramcharan
Designer
Clara Cummings
Designer
Dellano Dunkley
Designer
Emileo Haddad
Designer
Henal Faria
Designer
Jessica Houwer
Designer
Joey Durham
Designer
John Armstrong
Designer
Meghan Davidson
Designer
Michelle Nelson
Designer
Perry Voulgaris
Designer
Sama Salsany
Designer
Business Development | Marketing
Andrea McMillan
Proposal Coordinator
Shawn Hulshof
Sales & Business Development Lead
Katherine Speur
Marketing Coordinator
Administrative Team
Denise Curtis
Office Manager | Accounting
Santiago Garcia
Accounting Manager
Principal Emeritus
Jim Sweeney
Sweeney Dale Interior Design Inc.
Judy Newcombe
Principal
Mario Colarossi
Colarossi + Associates
Micheline Bartlett
Intercede Facility Management Ltd.
Our Core
Values
Function First
We value hard work, dedication, and substance over superficial glamour. Our commitment to excellence speaks louder than flashy appearances.
Positive Contributor
Actively contributes to positive change. Whether it's sustainability, diversity, or innovation championing initiatives that make a difference.
Results Oriented
Not just about ideas, but about execution. Focusing on results drives us to deliver tangible outcomes for our clients.
Embracing Complexity
We thrive on complexity. Navigatin change and adapting to evolving landscapes ensures that our solutions are fo the highest quality.
Subject Matter Experts
A team that brings a wealth of knowledge to the table encompassing not only design expertise but also a diverse range of subject matter specialties.
Our Ecosystem
Relationships, trust, and advocacy are at the core of everything we do, guiding a collaborative approach within our ecosystem.