ERICA ALLEY
INTERIOR DESIGN
ERica Alley
INTERIOR DESIGN
As a member of the project team, Erica applies her skills to projects from programming through installation. Her responsibilities include documentation, programming, schematic design, tenant test fits, construction documents, construction observation, and the selection of finishes and furniture. She has worked on various project types including healthcare, higher education, corporate and retail interiors.
What superpower would you choose – flight or invisibility? Definitely flight - having the freedom to explore
What is the most functional addition to any design?
Color. Colors allow us to create spaces that energize, stimulate, calm or promote focus. Colors provide depth and interest to space.
How did your pet get its name?
Zero was named after Jack’s ghost dog from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas
ERICA ALLEY
INTERIOR DESIGN
Nneoma Asinugo
ARCHITECTURE
Graduating with a Master’s in Architecture and a background in graphic design, Nneoma looks at projects through a multi-faceted lens. She enjoys creating renderings that help clients visualize the space and structure of a design before construction. Recognizing that each project has its unique challenges and opportunities, Nneoma seeks innovative and inspiring solutions best suited to individual projects. Her main goal is to transform spaces through design and positively impact people who interact with those designed environments.
Which social or environmental issues do you wish to tackle on the next project?
Providing quality and inspiring design for low-income communities.
What is the most interesting place you’ve been?
The Royal Palace of Caserta. The landscape is intriguing, and I find it interesting imagining the times people lived there.
Name one of your passions or hobbies?
I love to swim though I’m not a great swimmer.
ERICA ALLEY
INTERIOR DESIGN
Jack bowe
ARCHITECTURE
Jack is an accomplished architectural designer and project manager based in South City. He has an extensive portfolio that showcases his proficiency in various projects, including the design of commercial spaces, restaurants, and healthcare facilities. Jack focuses on user groups and customizing designs to make their experiences both more comfortable and memorable. Jack loves this region— He is passionate about the growth and development of the city and surrounding communities. Outside of work, you’ll find him working on his old house, admiring city brickwork, camping, or kayaking in the Ozarks.
Which social or environmental issues do you wish to tackle on the next project? Urban Place-making and car-free experiences
Who is your favorite designer or furniture line? Alvar Aalto
Favorite design tool?
The internet
ERICA ALLEY
INTERIOR DESIGN
BRIAN BURMEISTER
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
Brian has almost ten years of landscape design experience with work ranging from park master planning to commercial development. Brian uses his diverse experience to carry each project from concept through completion, and understands that innovative design leadership is key to guiding team members and clients toward developing successful solutions for a variety of design challenges.
How do you tell family that you are not a gardener?
It typically starts with “I need help with my garden.” I respond “I charge $150 an hour, gardening not included.”
What is your favorite landscape anywhere in the world?
In the summer of 2007, I studied abroad in Europe. During the course we traveled to many different areas, but my favorite landscape was the countryside of South England. The landscapes were made up of vast rolling hills, dramatic valley’s and winding country roads. Each road led to the next picturesque town/village with historic churches and friendly locals. Some of my favorite stops along the way were the towns/villages of Winchester, Salisbury (Stonehenge close by), Dorchester, Bath, Castle Combe, Oxford among others. The town boundaries are well defined which limits suburban sprawl and preserves the countryside of England.
Best advice you’ve ever received?
Do your best and forget the rest…
ERICA ALLEY
INTERIOR DESIGN
JAMES BUTLER
DESIGN PRACTICE LEADER - BRAND EXPERIENCE
James Butler is a graphic designer by trade, but has also worked as a fabricator. He has worked on projects that range from branding and print design, to custom signage design and many things in between. His experience in building and fabricating provide him with a unique perspective of design. He has a passion for design in the physical realm, and loves seeing projects take on a finished, dimensional form. Born and raised close to St. Louis, he is excited to work on projects that help the city continue to develop and grow. Outside of work and design, you may find James camping, traveling, eating strange food, or outside somewhere in a park drinking too much coffee.
Most interesting place I’ve been?
Argentina
Favorite Design tool?
Tape Measure
What fad or trend do you hope comes back?
Everyone loves a good socks with sandals. It can really pull an outfit together.
ERICA ALLEY
INTERIOR DESIGN
Jodi Caticchio
INTERIOR DESIGN
Jodi provides client-centered focus for the design and management on all phases of workplace and hospitality projects. Experienced in directing and mentoring junior designers, she interfaces with all design disciplines and consultants to deliver exceptional projects on time and within budget. With over 30 years of experience, Jodi has worked directly with industry leaders and has served as a guest critic at Maryville University and a guest instructor at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
Where do you find the best design inspiration?
When travelling!
What trend do you wish would go away?
HGTV. It makes people think design happens in an hour (or a few days), and it doesn’t cost anything.
Best design advice you’ve ever received / given?
Design is, in and of itself, optimism --- it’s a calling and a point of view that says that, with focus and effort, a place or object can be beautiful, can be improved, can be meaningful… and can change how you feel, work and think.