KATELYN BLOOMQUIST
As editor-in-chief of Midwest Design, Katelyn Bloomquist leads the strategic content development across the print, digital, and social media platforms of Minnesota’s only stand-alone, subscription-based home and garden publication. As a trusted expert in the local design-build community, she regularly judges design competitions, emcees events, speaks at conferences and minglers, moderates panels, and appears on television programs to promote projects, products, and more. midwestdesignmag.com
DANIEL JOSEPH CHENIN
Renowned architect Daniel Joseph Chenin, FAIA, and his team seamlessly integrate architecture, interiors, landscapes, and furniture design into cohesive, experiential narratives. His namesake studio was named the AIA Nevada Firm of the Year in 2021 and was recognized by the RED Luxe Awards, the American Institute of Architects, and The Society of British and International Interior Design. His work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Elle Décor, Galerie, Interior Design Magazine, and more. djc-ltd.com
NICK DRYDEN
Nick Dryden, AIA, NCARB, a native Tennessean, is CEO and principal of Nashville’s Dryden Studio, which he leads with integrity and professionalism. Dryden is a comprehensive architecture and interior design studio that’s uniquely rooted in personal history and contemporary practice. It was born out of the desire to create meaningful places that contribute to healthy communities and to mindfully engage local resources.
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LINDSEY HANNA
Designer Lindsey Hanna brings a fresh and thoughtful approach to interior remodels and residential construction. Hanna and her team enjoy working closely with clients to create spaces that are honest, relatable, and ever-so-perfectly unpredictable. Her studio guides clients through the process of remodeling and construction, developing a scope of work that’s respectful of budget, timeline, and context, all the while providing a language of design that delights the eye and the mind. lindseyhannadesign.com
YOUNG HUH
After graduating with a law degree from Fordham University, Young Huh discovered her true calling while interning in interior design. In 2007, she founded her eponymous New York City-based design firm. Since then, the designer has made Elle Décor’s A-List multiple times and was named one of Vogue’s five interior designers on the rise. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Domino, House Beautiful, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and more. She was also a founding member of the AAPI Design Alliance. younghuh.com
SUZANNE KASLER
Suzanne Kasler is beloved for her iconic, edited style, blending sophisticated simplicity with timeless interiors that are rooted in tradition and suited for today’s lifestyle. Influenced by European, especially French, aesthetics and fashion, her designs reflect the individuality of her clients. Her award-winning projects have been widely published in leading design magazines, and she’s been named to prestigious industry lists. Kasler also creates signature collections for top brands and leads a global design firm based in Atlanta.suzannekasler.com
ORDAN NEMAN AND STEVEN NEMAN
In 2021, co-founder and creative director Jordan Neman established House of Léon with his twin brother, Steven Neman, to reimagine Old World craftsmanship with a California sensibility. Jordan, a ceramicist, was inspired by the lack of differentiation in accessible furniture on the market and approached Steven with the idea of launching House of Léon. Today, their beloved brand specializes in collections that balance functionality with a gallery-level allure, creating furniture that feels personal, enduring, and refined. houseofleon.com
BRADLEY ODOM
Designer Bradley Odom brings a transformative vision to spaces across America. His journey began in his grandfather’s Mississippi upholstery workshop, and he later held leadership roles at the Savannah College of Art and Design. In 2015, he established his interior design studio and beloved retail shop, Dixon Rye, in Atlanta’s design district. His work has been recognized in Architectural Digest, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Veranda, Modern Luxury Interiors, and Southern Living. bradleyodom.com
OLIVIA SONG
The visionary behind Olivia Song Design, Olivia Song has been crafting transformative spaces since the firm’s inception in 2007. With a unique talent for designing scalable and visually captivating environments, Song is trusted by leading hospitality and retail brands to create experiences that leave a lasting impact. Her work extends to crafting bespoke residential interiors, delivering striking and unique designs for clients who appreciate the fusion of collectible design and exquisite architecture. oliviasong.com
SUMMER THORNTON
Known for decorating with the wildest abandon, designer Summer Thornton creates lively and colorful interiors. Her book “Wonderland: Adventures in Decorating” (Rizzoli 2022) was a top-selling architecture and design book. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Veranda, Elle Décor, House Beautiful, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and more. Headquartered in Chicago, her firm works on projects coast-to-coast in the U.S. and Mexico. summerthorntondesign.com
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