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Meet the designers

Jose “Pepe” Calderin

Rachel L. Greathouse

Kathie Chrisicos

Where are you based out of?

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Pepe CalderinMiami, FL & New York City, NY

Rachel L. GreathouseMilton, GA

Kathie ChrisicosBoston, MA

How long have you been in the industry as an interior designer?

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Pepe CalderinOver 20 years

Rachel L. Greathouse8 years

Kathie Chrisicos14 years

”“An entry is your �rst impression so it is as important as the rest of the house. I like the use of glass, water or interesting elements that will create a wow factor. Good illumination is a key factor for me.

What is your favorite part about designing an entryway?

Pepe Calderin

” ”“This is your chance to say "welcome to my home" and show your personality. I love a pretty rug, an umbrella stand and some beautiful art or family photographs.

What is your favorite part about designing an entryway?

Rachel L. Greathouse

Kathie Chrisicos”“Opportunity to make a big warm

welcoming impression on guests and the homeowner.

What is your favorite part about designing an entryway?

”“A kitchen needs to be functional with great access to all your appliances. And enough lighting to work.

What is your favorite part about designing a kitchen?

Pepe Calderin

What is your favorite part about designing a kitchen?

”“I like to have some fun in the kitchen with touches of color and texture. A kitchen is all about marrying form and function.

Rachel L. Greathouse

What is your favorite part about designing a kitchen?

”“The heart of the home. Where both my clients’ preferences and new materials and technology come together in a well researched and thoughtful design plan.

Kathie Chrisicos

”“We like to use glass on

different colors. We always try to add some color to it and usually make it frosted. Most of the time we use it in kitchen cabinets, sliding doors, and even bar backsplash.

What is one of your ways of incorporating glass in your projects?

Pepe Calderin

”“I like to use glass in places where it re�ects light and can add a bit of elegance.”

What is one of your ways of incorporating glass in your projects?

Rachel L. Greathouse

What is one of your ways of incorporating glass in your projects?

”“In unusual ways that are

customized to the homeowners’ lifestyle. Examples are glass sliding contemporary barn doors as a work of art at the entry to a utility and laundry area in a Manhattan condominium.

Kathie Chrisicos

”“It was part of me. I developed the talent since I was very young. I had the opportunity of working with an amazing architect where I learned much more about the industry.

How did you decide to become an interior designer?

Pepe Calderin

”“When I was younger I always wanted to be an artist and loved surrounding myself with beautiful things. I always enjoyed helping my friends and family create a place to call home. Becoming an interior designer came very naturally to me and I love what I do.

How did you decide to become an interior designer?

Rachel L. Greathouse

”“Combine both business and creative knowledge into owning my own design �rm.

How did you decide to become an interior designer?

Kathie Chrisicos

What excites you most about interior design?

”“The idea of transforming a space into the place my clients have dreamed about.

Pepe Calderin

”What excites you most about interior design?

”“Interior design is a �uid

process and with constant changes and challenges... taking a dif�cult space and making it special is what I love to do and is always really rewarding.

Rachel L. Greathouse

What excites you most about interior design?

”“Creative opportunities and inspiration are endless.

Kathie Chrisicos

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