Torrey was born and raised in Colorado. Before transitioning into interior design, she spent 10 years in the finance world—most recently as a CPA and Chief Financial Officer in the healthcare industry. “While I’m incredibly grateful for the experience and skills I gained, I realized that I wanted my work to reflect not just whatRead more
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For Milianne Ly, interior design has always been more than just a career path—it’s been a lifelong passion woven into the fabric of her experiences. Raised in the culturally rich Washington, DC metro area, she grew up with an innate awareness of how spaces shape experiences. From childhood days spent watching Bob Vila marathons toRead more
Some careers start with a dream, while others unfold unexpectedly—just like Chase Austin’s path to interior design. After spending seven years with Dutch Bros Coffee, working his way from barista to corporate operations, Chase discovered a new passion brewing: interior design. While opening new Dutch Bros locations across the country, Chase stumbled upon Heritage SchoolRead more
Interior design has often been viewed as an exclusive career path, reserved for those with the right connections, background, or credentials. At the Heritage School of Interior Design Salt Lake City, we’re redefining that narrative. We’re thrilled to announce the opening of our newest location in the heart of Salt Lake City, Utah, where weRead more
Miriam and Alex, graduates of the Heritage School of Interior Design (HSID) in Seattle, turned their diverse backgrounds and shared passion for design into a thriving business—UMA Design Studio. Their journey into interior design was a bold leap from their previous careers, one that required both perseverance and a deep love for creativity. Miriam, originallyRead more
Erica Swanson has been an instructor at the Heritage School of Interior Design in Denver since 2018, where she teaches the Intro to Kitchen & Bath Design class as well as the evening InDesign & Photoshop course. With a background in Architecture from CU Boulder and Interior Design from The Art Institute of Denver, EricaRead more
Recently, we had the pleasure of interviewing Morgan Miller, a current student at Heritage School of Interior Design in Denver. Morgan shared her journey from being an elementary school teacher to pursuing her passion for interior design, her goals for the future, and what inspires her creativity. Continue reading for her thoughtful and inspiring answers:Read more
Salt Lake City is more than a stunning mountain destination—it’s a hub for creativity and design. At Heritage School of Interior Design, students are immersed in a vibrant community influenced by the area’s breathtaking geography, thriving art scene, and unique design trends. Park City: A Creative Neighbor Just 30 minutes from Salt Lake City, Park City is aRead more
We are proud to highlight Jacque Fitzpatrick, one of our talented students at Heritage School of Interior Design Denver. With a background in real estate, Jacque has cultivated a unique skill set and a deep appreciation for thoughtfully designed spaces. Her journey into interior design is both inspiring and filled with a love for creativity, family,Read more
At Heritage School of Interior Design, we celebrate the stories of bold individuals who transform passion into profession. Two of our recent alumni, Emily Schultz and Alison Needelman, epitomize what it means to pursue your dreams fearlessly. Their journeys serve as an inspiration to aspiring designers everywhere, showing that with the right education and aRead more