Using my background in Interior & Graphic design I strive to create balance and visual interest in all of my projects. Communication and a true understanding of the purpose of each project is the key to creating a beautifully functional space. Brainstorming and collaborating with clients and creative colleagues is invaluable to the progression of each project. I am constantly pushing the envelope, using great organizational and problem-solving skills to create opportunities to explore design in new ways. Always keeping my client’s desires and purpose in mind, my goal is to exceed expectations and show my clients how fun and rewarding design can be.

My Design Story

From the beginning, I have been drawn to interesting spaces; as I child I could tell you the architecture and design that left impressions. After high school, I explored a wide variety of arts through local classes and various studies of existing design. I naturally went to study art at our local College receiving a degree in commercial arts followed by a focused interior design curriculum at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York.

Over the years I have had the privilege of working with many talented minds; pulling lessons from all areas of design and construction. My ever-evolving education goes further than my bachelor's degree from FIT. For two years I studied under a seasoned interior designer learning the ins and out's of high-end residential design. After that I spent a year at a construction company expanding my knowledge of the construction side of design, guiding clients through the products and material selections. While starting my own business Janelle Designs in 2008 I spent a few years at Stickley selling high-end furniture. This furthered my knowledge of construction techniques in Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment needed for detailed interior design work.

Since 2012 I have been working at Rylex Custom Cabinetry & Closets full-time as their senior designer. Creating custom cabinetry and closets to fit all types of organizational and aesthetic requirements for every area of the home and office. Along with designing for Rylex and my personal clients through Janelle Designs, my life is immersed with creativity and inspiration.