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MEET CAROL | SCOTTSDALE SHOWROOM MANAGER

September 12, 2023 Alison Trovato Leave a comment

What is your past work experience/education? Tell us a little bit about how you ended up in this field and what experiences brought you to the world of design.
Interior Design has always been a passion of mine, but coming from a small town, I was never exposed to the world of design like I was after moving to Phoenix. After a couple of career changes, I started my journey in design January of 2014 by attending Scottsdale Community College. I have worked in a design showroom, with an interior designer, and with a home builder. I found that working with designers in a trade showroom is the best of both worlds. I get to help design beautiful homes without having the stress of being a designer. I enjoy what I do and can’t see myself doing anything else!

Where were you raised?
Yuma, AZ.

Where do you draw inspiration from?
Nature and art.

What is your most rewarding project and why?
Working on full houses. Something about putting it all together and seeing the joy of the client when they start to visualize their new home sparks so much joy for me.

In your experience working with C.A.I. Designs thus far, what are some of your favorite product lines and why?
OBD because of all the custom capabilities. Interlude Home because of their aesthetic.

What is your favorite color?
Jewel tones and most shades of blue.

What do you like to do in your spare time? (Hobbies, Talents, Travel, Family, etc.)
Spend time with my family (husband and 3 boys).

If you could travel back in time, where/when would you go and why?
The roaring 20’s!! I love the way they dressed. It would be fun to see how much simpler lives were back then.

How would you characterize your design style?
I would say elegant modern with a touch of earthy.

Do you have a favorite quote?
Shoot for the moon! Even if you miss, you will still be among the stars.

What is your favorite food?
Tacos! You can put anything in a taco and it will be delicious.

What is your favorite TV series?
I used to love watching Divine Design with Candice Olson but since she left HGTV, I now stick to watching any cooking show with Bobby Flay or Guy Feiri.

Anything else you would like to share?
I’m excited to bring my experience to the CAI team.

Carol can be reached in the Scottsdale showroom at carolw@caidesigns.net or by phone at (480) 565-3775 x7060.

Designer Spotlight

Hudson Five Design Studio

December 14, 2022 Alison Trovato Leave a comment

“The love of Santorini, antique doors and all things blue and white were the inspiration for this Biltmore furnishings project. The client’s personal photography was introduced amongst blue European antique doors, modern furnishings and lighting, commissioned art pieces and carefully curated vintage pots to create the perfect private retreat with a Santorini nod.”

Hudson Five Design Studio

hudsonfivedesign.com

@hudsonfivedesign

Featured Products:

Sofa and chairs by Burton James

Employee Spotlight

Meet Kelly | Scottsdale Lighting Specialist

June 16, 2022 Alison Trovato Leave a comment

What is your past work experience/education?
I started my passion for interior design at the early age of thirteen. I always had a fascination for furniture placement and lighting. I attended I.D.I. for my certification in interior design and in 2009 I started working for Olivia’s Interior Design & Accents in Newport Beach, CA as a retail sales associate. As I started learning more about the trade and clientele, I moved up to interior design assistant and lead lighting sales associate.

Where were you raised?
I was raised in Irvine, California.

What is your most rewarding project and why?
The most rewarding project I have worked on was a home in Newport Beach where we custom built indoor and outdoor furniture. We worked hand-in-hand with a high end client of ours that had multiple patents for Ford Motor Company. It was very rewarding to see the finished project and to have delivered exactly what our clients were wanting.

In your experience working with C.A.I. Designs thus far, what are some of your favorite product lines and why?
Some of my favorite product lines thus far are Visual Comfort, Hudson Valley, Terzani, Lodes, and Hubbardton Forge. These are some of my favorite lines because I love the detailed work they put into their finishes and the quality of their glass. I love how some of these lines are custom to order and uncommon to see.

What is your favorite color?
Cyan.

What do you like to do in your spare time?
My hobbies include movies, baseball, football, and outdoor activities of all kinds.

If you could travel back in time, where/when would you go and why?
I would go back to the 70’s era in the United States. I love everything about that time including the music, clothing, and interior design.

How would you characterize your design style?
My design style is definitely modern and contemporary. I love items that have straight lines and very sleek looks.

Do you have a favorite quote?
“Enjoy the little things in life for someday you will realize they were the big things”.

What is your favorite food?
Lamb with a bed of rice and veggies.

What is your favorite TV Series?
Too many to count. My favorites right now are The Handmaid’s Tale, Stranger Things, Law & Order, and Suits.

Anything else you would like to share?
I have a passion for traveling and love to be out and about as often as I can.

Kelly can be reached in the Scottsdale showroom at kellyh@caidesigns.net or by phone at (480) 565-3775 x6937.

Employee Spotlight

Meet L | Scottsdale Customer Service Representative

December 21, 2021 Alison Trovato Leave a comment

What is your past work experience / education?
Having an interest in interior design, I took a certification class at the Interior Design Institute in Newport Beach, CA. I also worked at two showrooms in the Stonemill Design Center in Costa Mesa, CA.

Where were you raised?
Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

In your experience working with C.A.I. Designs thus far, what are some of your favorite product lines and why?
I’m appreciating all of the product lines at C.A.I. Designs because there is a very nice mix of all different styles.

What is your favorite color?
I am drawn to all shades of green.

What do you like to do in your spare time?
I love to bike the canals in AZ, entertain, try new restaurants and travel.

How would you characterize your design style?
Eclectic, I like a mix of old, new, different design styles and a lot of color.

What is your favorite food?
I love Greek food.

What is your favorite TV Series?
Yellowstone.

L can be reached in the Scottsdale showroom at lcowie@caidesigns.net or by phone at (480) 565-3775 x6932.

Friday Finds

Friday Finds: Dana Bryant

January 29, 2021 Alison Trovato Leave a comment

This week’s feature: Dana Bryant, Showroom Manager for C.A.I. Designs Scottsdale!

“I chose this painting from Kader Boly as one of my favorite things. This artist instantly became one of my favorites not only here in our showroom but also to follow on Instagram. The detailing in his pieces are so minimal yet capture an entire image in your mind’s eye. And what an amazing life he has led so far! I can’t get enough of this man’s work.”

Featured Product:

• Troupeau de Paturage 1 painting by Kader Boly

For more information on our Scottsdale showroom, contact Dana Bryant at danab@caidesigns.net or 480-565-3775 x6930.

Our showrooms are currently open and appointments are recommended. Please contact your local showroom for assistance.

Friday Finds

Friday Finds: Lori Clarke Design

January 8, 2021 Alison Trovato Leave a comment

This week’s feature: Lori Clarke Design from Phoenix, AZ!

“We created this Master Suite to capture the elegance and sophistication of a french chateau, but we wanted to honor the design and ease of modern day living. Each detail speaks to our clients love for vintage, antiques, and a true appreciation for the french aesthetic.” – Lori Clarke & Summer Kraut

Friday Finds: Foote & Co.

September 18, 2020 Alison Trovato Leave a comment

This week’s feature: Melinda Foote of Foote & Co, LLC from Scottsdale, Arizona!

“The large seating area of this kitchen needed an anchor to pull together existing furnishings. So, the natural go-to was a pair of Lee Chairs and Ottoman, both tops in comfort and design. The perfect pattern matching created outstanding style and presentation.”