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Janna and our Denver team enjoyed the "Stone and Scones" CEU and tour of the Architectural Surfaces Showroom & slab yard. So many gorgeous natural stone options—which one is your favorite?
Thank you Kristen and the team at for putting this together!
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Shoutout to Project Designer, Camryn, for passing part 1 of the NCIDQ exam! We’re so proud of you.
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Interior designers can earn a variety of professional credentials, from licensure through the NCIDQ exam to specialized certifications that reflect advanced expertise. We're proud to have a team of highly accredited professionals, including our President, Janna, who is RID, LEED, and WELL certified; our RID Principals, Lindsey and Ashley; and our Senior Project Manager, Missy, who holds the CCIDC designation. Their combined knowledge and credentials reflect our commitment to excellence in design and exceptional service for every client.
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The Power of the Resident Entry in Apartments

The most overlooked space in apartment design isn't the kitchen or the bedroom. It's the first few feet inside the front door. That small area determines whether a resident feels like they have arrived home—or simply walked into another room.

In apartment design, an entry is a luxury. Most apartments today have you walking directly into the kitchen or living room with little opportunity to transition into the space. Yet, that first few feet inside the door set the tone for the entire experience.

People need a place to arrive. There are very practical, utilitarian needs that happen the moment someone walks through the door. Where do they put their bag? Their keys? The dog leash? Their shoes? A modern mudroom—even on a small scale—is incredibly important. Hooks, cubbies, shelves, and a small drop zone can make a tremendous difference in how a resident lives in the space every day.

Traditionally, a coat closet is located near the entry door. In reality, it often becomes the vacuum cleaner and storage closet, and that's okay. Storage is valuable. A bench is always a nice addition, providing a place to sit while putting on shoes, and a mirror is essential for that final check before heading out the door.

I have even seen engineers place electrical breaker boxes directly in this area, which is never ideal. The first thing a resident should experience when entering their home should not be a panel door.

Allow people to arrive before immediately jumping into the space. An entry creates a moment of transition from the outside world to the privacy of home. Regardless of unit size, creating that sense of arrival elevates the entire living experience.
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Our Austin Designers had a great time at Neoconnect, hosted by Wilsonart!
This event was an amazing opportunity to network with other industry professionals over food and drinks, while exploring new product showcases from vendors including Acoufelt, Shaw Contract, Trinity Surfaces, Momentum Textiles, Wilsonart, and more.
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Austin BUILT Golf Invitational, 2026
Thank you to the Austin BUILT chapter for organizing this event to benefit , and to the Lakecliff Golf Club for hosting!
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Today, we celebrate the birthday of Principal Designer, Ashley Perez.
We hope your day is as amazing as you are!
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DESIGN 101 - Interior design vs Interior decorating
Interior design and interior decorating are often used interchangeably, but they’re not the same thing.

Interior decorators focus on the aesthetics of a space, furnishings, finishes, colors, and styling. Registered Interior Designers go a step further, combining creativity with technical expertise to address space planning, life safety, accessibility, building codes, and construction documentation.

Both play valuable roles in creating beautiful environments, but Registered Interior Designers are uniquely qualified to shape how a space functions, performs, and supports the people who use it every day.
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Happy Anniversary to PPDS Principal, Ashley Perez!
Ashley’s design expertise, sweet demeanor, and bubbly personality have made her a pleasure to have on our team.
Congratulations on 9 years!
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DESIGN 101
The model at Lenox Timbergrove is a prime example of the 60/30/10 color theory, which states that a cohesive color palette should have a primary color (60% of the space), secondary color (30%) and accent color (10%).
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