We recently had the pleasure of speaking with Kelley and Morgan, two talented HSID Denver alumni, to learn about their journey from career changers to co-founders of their own interior design firm. From Different Paths to a Shared Passion Kelley and Morgan both began their careers outside the interior design industry. A Colorado native, KelleyRead more
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Ashlee always knew she had a passion for design, but discovering that she wanted to pursue it as a career took time. Through exploration and self-discovery, she realized that interior design was the creative path she had been searching for. Tell us about your background – Where are you from? What was your career pathRead more
Featured in the Fall/Christmas issue of Heritage Design Magazine! Born and raised on a farm in the heart of Illinois, Kate King’s journey to interior design has been one of creativity, courage, and reinvention. After a decade-long career in merchandising and buying, and a bold move across states, Kate found her true calling in transformingRead more
Tawnee Buckingham’s career journey has taken her around the world, from aerospace engineering to supply chain leadership. Along the way, she discovered a love for creating spaces that feel like home, which led her to pursue interior design at Heritage School of Interior Design. Today, Tawnee is building her dream career, combining creativity, technical skill,Read more
For Sanja le Roux, design has always been about more than creating beautiful spaces. It’s about weaving together function, purpose, and creativity in a way that transforms everyday life. Born and raised in rural South Africa, Sanja’s path to interior design has been anything but ordinary. After a successful career in engineering and a moveRead more
Interior designer and educator Pamela Alcántara Thomas brings a unique international perspective to every project she takes on. With over a decade of experience in both residential and commercial design, Pamela has built her career across the Dominican Republic, Europe, and the United States. In addition to running her design practice, she also shares herRead more
At Heritage School of Interior Design, we love celebrating the journeys of our alumni who have turned their passion for design into thriving careers. Today we’re highlighting Lisa Swift, a graduate of our Denver program and co-founder of Tandem Design Group in Colorado. From a background in real estate and marketing to building a businessRead more
Christi Knapp is a beloved and indispensable instructor at the Heritage School of Interior Design in Denver, where she teaches SketchUp and AutoCAD with a blend of technical expertise, patience, and passion. Students consistently praise her approachable teaching style and deep knowledge of the software, as reflected in her standout evaluations each term: “Christi isRead more
At Heritage School of Interior Design, our students come from a wide range of backgrounds, each bringing unique experiences, passions, and perspectives to the classroom. In this Student Spotlight, we’re excited to introduce Veronica Lang, whose journey from the Black Hills of South Dakota to the streets of Rome has shaped a deep appreciation forRead more
At Heritage School of Interior Design, we’re proud to have instructors who bring not only deep industry expertise but also a genuine passion for teaching. Abigail West is one of those rare creatives whose career bridges both the real and the imagined. As a seasoned interior designer and accomplished set designer, Abigail’s work has shapedRead more