meet our team

Jennifer Rhode

Senior Manager

Education and Experience

  • Associate Degree in Architectural
  • Drafting/Construction Technology—Waukesha County Technical College
  • Over 23 years of experience in the Architecture and Design field
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 1998

What I love about my work

  • The amazing team I get to collaborate with on a daily basis
  • The idea that no two spaces are alike—every day is unique and a new challenge always awaits
  • The opportunity to create a space where others can thrive and promote a sense of well-being

My favorite things

  • A warm cup of coffee in the morning
  • Spending time with family and friends
  • A delicious meal with the perfect wine pairing
  • The soundtrack of life

Words to live by

“When no one is watching, live as if someone is.”—Max Lucado

Laura Seefeldt

Associate Manager NCIDQ

Education & Experience
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design—Western Michigan University Professional experience includes sales, design, and marketing in the Contract Furniture industry Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2016

What I love about my work

  • Every design challenge is like having a new puzzle to solve
  • Creating spaces that are clean, efficient, and functional for both staff and patients
  • Learning new things from my experienced colleague

My favorite things

  • Riding my bike around Milwaukee
  • Obsessing over my next meal
  • Hunting for vintage furniture and artwork

Todd Schuette

Design Software and Systems Manager

Education & Experience

  • Associate Degree in Architectural Design—Northwest Technical Institute
  • 15 Years in the Architectural Design & Construction field
  • Autodesk Certified Associate
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2006

 

What I love about my work

  • Being a part of such a significant process in a Dentist’s career by creating unique and functional designs that will help in their success
  • Researching and understanding the technical details that go into a dental office
  • Educating others on software and technology to create an efficient and productive office environment
  • Collaborating with others to overcome adverse challenges

 

My favorite things

  • My wife of 14 years and our two beautiful daughters
  • Building something, anything
  • A sunny day, doors open with a nice breeze, and good music playing
  • Taking a trip to somewhere I’ve never been
  • Fishing, and maybe catching if it’s in the cards

 

Words to live by

“The biggest risk is to take no risk at all.”—Casey Neistat

Amy Laundre

Senior Designer I

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Architecture/Urban Planning—University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Associate member of AIA
  • 11 years of experience as a lead designer at an engineering and architecture firm specializing in hospitality and multi-family residential design prior to joining IDS
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2012

 

What I love about my work

  • Creating spaces from inception to realization in 3D renders
  • The challenges of designing unique spaces in a variety of locations across the country
  • Connecting with my reps and their clients at conventions and vendor events

 

My favorite things

  • Landscaping and working in my garden—it gives me a sense of purposeful calmness
  • Going to farmers’ markets and coming up with new recipes to make at home
  • Antique shopping, restoring the past for the future
  • Traveling with my husband and children, expanding my view and theirs of the world around us, and immersing ourselves in different cultures
  • Dancing and practicing yoga

 

Words to live by

“If you can’t find happiness in the ugliness, you’re not going to find it in the beauty, either.”—Joanna Gaines

Jennifer Rhode

Senior Manager

Education and Experience

  • Associate Degree in Architectural
  • Drafting/Construction Technology—Waukesha County Technical College
  • Over 23 years of experience in the Architecture and Design field
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 1998

What I love about my work

  • The amazing team I get to collaborate with on a daily basis
  • The idea that no two spaces are alike—every day is unique and a new challenge always awaits
  • The opportunity to create a space where others can thrive and promote a sense of well-being

My favorite things

  • A warm cup of coffee in the morning
  • Spending time with family and friends
  • A delicious meal with the perfect wine pairing
  • The soundtrack of life

Words to live by

“When no one is watching, live as if someone is.”—Max Lucado

Laura Seefeldt

Associate Manager NCIDQ

Education & Experience
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design—Western Michigan University Professional experience includes sales, design, and marketing in the Contract Furniture industry Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2016

What I love about my work

  • Every design challenge is like having a new puzzle to solve
  • Creating spaces that are clean, efficient, and functional for both staff and patients
  • Learning new things from my experienced colleague

My favorite things

  • Riding my bike around Milwaukee
  • Obsessing over my next meal
  • Hunting for vintage furniture and artwork

Todd Schuette

Design Software and Systems Manager

Education & Experience

  • Associate Degree in Architectural Design—Northwest Technical Institute
  • 15 Years in the Architectural Design & Construction field
  • Autodesk Certified Associate
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2006

 

What I love about my work

  • Being a part of such a significant process in a Dentist’s career by creating unique and functional designs that will help in their success
  • Researching and understanding the technical details that go into a dental office
  • Educating others on software and technology to create an efficient and productive office environment
  • Collaborating with others to overcome adverse challenges

 

My favorite things

  • My wife of 14 years and our two beautiful daughters
  • Building something, anything
  • A sunny day, doors open with a nice breeze, and good music playing
  • Taking a trip to somewhere I’ve never been
  • Fishing, and maybe catching if it’s in the cards

 

Words to live by

“The biggest risk is to take no risk at all.”—Casey Neistat

Amy Laundre

Senior Designer I

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Architecture/Urban Planning—University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Associate member of AIA
  • 11 years of experience as a lead designer at an engineering and architecture firm specializing in hospitality and multi-family residential design prior to joining IDS
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2012

 

What I love about my work

  • Creating spaces from inception to realization in 3D renders
  • The challenges of designing unique spaces in a variety of locations across the country
  • Connecting with my reps and their clients at conventions and vendor events

 

My favorite things

  • Landscaping and working in my garden—it gives me a sense of purposeful calmness
  • Going to farmers’ markets and coming up with new recipes to make at home
  • Antique shopping, restoring the past for the future
  • Traveling with my husband and children, expanding my view and theirs of the world around us, and immersing ourselves in different cultures
  • Dancing and practicing yoga

 

Words to live by

“If you can’t find happiness in the ugliness, you’re not going to find it in the beauty, either.”—Joanna Gaines

Autumn Thompson

Designer

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies—University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2019

 

What I love about my work

  • The openness to share knowledge through our team
  • Collaborating with others to create unique and creative solutions

 

My favorite things

  • Enjoying time with the important people in my life
  • Tailgating at Miller Park
  • Going on spontaneous road trips

 

Words to live by

“It’s all part of the experience.”—Clark Griswold

Cheri Khimani

Designer

Education and Experience 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Architecture and DesignMount Mary University-Milwaukee
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2021 

 

What I love about my work 

  • Designing functional interiors with a creative spin
  • The opportunity to express my creativity daily
  • Learning something new every day

 

My favorite things 

  • Spending time with family
  • Getting outdoors and exploring new places on foot and by car with my dog
  • Driving with the intention of getting lost to explore new places
  • Trying different desserts and foods I’ve never had before

 

Words to live by 

“You try, you fail, you try, you fail, but the only true failure is when you stop trying.” – Madame Leota in The Haunted Mansion

Christy Ann Mazurek

Senior Designer I

Education and Experience

  • Associate Degree in Interior Design & Applied Science—Milwaukee Area Technical College
  • Experience in remodeling, design, and project management
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2012

 

What I love about my work

  • Every single day is different, and every design is unique with its own set of challenges for me to conquer
  • That our team is always evolving and helping each other grow in our field
  • Every space has potential, and I have the puzzle pieces to put it together

 

My favorite things

  • Bike riding and staying active
  • Creating glass fusion
  • Doing animal humanitarian work
  • Visiting roller coaster parks

 

Words to live by

“Love all, trust a few, do wrong to none.”

“Life is short, take the trip, buy the shoes, eat the cake.”

Cindi Matt

Senior Designer I
Associate ASID

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Science Degree
  • Associate Degree in Interior Design
  • Certified Kitchen Designer (CKD)
  • Certified Bathroom Designer (CBD)
  • Over 25 years of experience in the Design field
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 1996

 

What I love about my work

  • The challenge of creating and accomplishing a space specifically for a client featuring unique products and finishes
  • Finding solutions to challenging interior design situations
  • Continually learning about innovative products and materials that can be incorporated into a space

 

My favorite things

  • Teaching ballet and tap to children
  • Taking long walks on the weekend and fitness classes during the week
  • Traveling to peaceful spots and visiting with my daughter
  • Enjoying local wineries and tasting new wines

 

A Favorite Inspirational Quote

“Simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication.”—Leonardo Da Vinci

Autumn Thompson

Designer

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies—University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2019

 

What I love about my work

  • The openness to share knowledge through our team
  • Collaborating with others to create unique and creative solutions

 

My favorite things

  • Enjoying time with the important people in my life
  • Tailgating at Miller Park
  • Going on spontaneous road trips

 

Words to live by

“It’s all part of the experience.”—Clark Griswold

Cheri Khimani

Designer

Education and Experience 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Architecture and DesignMount Mary University-Milwaukee
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2021 

 

What I love about my work 

  • Designing functional interiors with a creative spin
  • The opportunity to express my creativity daily
  • Learning something new every day

 

My favorite things 

  • Spending time with family
  • Getting outdoors and exploring new places on foot and by car with my dog
  • Driving with the intention of getting lost to explore new places
  • Trying different desserts and foods I’ve never had before

 

Words to live by 

“You try, you fail, you try, you fail, but the only true failure is when you stop trying.” – Madame Leota in The Haunted Mansion

Christy Ann Mazurek

Senior Designer I

Education and Experience

  • Associate Degree in Interior Design & Applied Science—Milwaukee Area Technical College
  • Experience in remodeling, design, and project management
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2012

 

What I love about my work

  • Every single day is different, and every design is unique with its own set of challenges for me to conquer
  • That our team is always evolving and helping each other grow in our field
  • Every space has potential, and I have the puzzle pieces to put it together

 

My favorite things

  • Bike riding and staying active
  • Creating glass fusion
  • Doing animal humanitarian work
  • Visiting roller coaster parks

 

Words to live by

“Love all, trust a few, do wrong to none.”

“Life is short, take the trip, buy the shoes, eat the cake.”

Cindi Matt

Senior Designer I
Associate ASID

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Science Degree
  • Associate Degree in Interior Design
  • Certified Kitchen Designer (CKD)
  • Certified Bathroom Designer (CBD)
  • Over 25 years of experience in the Design field
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 1996

 

What I love about my work

  • The challenge of creating and accomplishing a space specifically for a client featuring unique products and finishes
  • Finding solutions to challenging interior design situations
  • Continually learning about innovative products and materials that can be incorporated into a space

 

My favorite things

  • Teaching ballet and tap to children
  • Taking long walks on the weekend and fitness classes during the week
  • Traveling to peaceful spots and visiting with my daughter
  • Enjoying local wineries and tasting new wines

 

A Favorite Inspirational Quote

“Simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication.”—Leonardo Da Vinci

Grace Schneider

Designer

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor in Industrial DesignMonterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education (ITESM)
  • Master of Fine Arts in Interior EnvironmentsUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2019

 

What I love about my work

  • Working on unique spaces while using my creative skills to find their best solution
  • Learning new methods to approach a project from an experienced team of designers
  • Seeing projects come to life from a sketch to a 3D space

 

My favorite things

  • Traveling somewhere my husband & I have never been before
  • Nature & Portrait Photography
  • Improving my Yoga practice
  • Finding new ideas to redecorate my home

 

Words to live by

“It always seems impossible until it’s done”—Nelson Mandela

Kait Hegewald

Designer, NCIDQ

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies—University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2019

 

What I love about my work

  • The tight knit work environment of the design team
  • The willingness of each member of the team to help when needed
  • Constantly learning new things
  • The ability to exercise my creativity on a daily basis

 

Favorite things:

  • Coffee houses and a good book
  • An afternoon at the Milwaukee Art Museum
  • Spending time with my family

Leah Wolters

Senior Designer I
NCIDQ, IIDA

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Art in Interior Design and Interior Merchandising—Mount Mary University-Milwaukee
  • Special Interest in Business Administration and Hospitality Design
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2017

 

What I love about my work

  • Every team member designs differently which results in unique, one-of-a-kind spaces
  • Each day I get to craft a design solution that will positively affect the lives of many
  • The ability to collaborate with others and grow from others’ knowledge

 

 My favorite things

  • My family: two-legged and four-legged
  • Vacations in Colorado and Florida
  • A warm summer night on the patio
  • New adventures

 

Words to live by

“Life is a journey to be experienced, not a problem to be solved.”—Winnie the Pooh

Lisa Loch

Designer

Education and Experience: 

  • Bachelor of Science in Interior Architecture—University of Wisconsin-Madison  
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2021 

  

What I love about my work 

  • Being part of such a supportive team of designers 
  • Each project is a new puzzle to solve 
  • Learning different strategies and methods from experienced designers 

  

My favorite things: 

  • Spending quality time with my family and friends 
  • My cat, Miso 
  • Concerts, Brunch, and basically any social activity! 
  • Binge-watching my favorite shows 

Grace Schneider

Designer

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor in Industrial DesignMonterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education (ITESM)
  • Master of Fine Arts in Interior EnvironmentsUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2019

 

What I love about my work

  • Working on unique spaces while using my creative skills to find their best solution
  • Learning new methods to approach a project from an experienced team of designers
  • Seeing projects come to life from a sketch to a 3D space

 

My favorite things

  • Traveling somewhere my husband & I have never been before
  • Nature & Portrait Photography
  • Improving my Yoga practice
  • Finding new ideas to redecorate my home

 

Words to live by

“It always seems impossible until it’s done”—Nelson Mandela

Kait Hegewald

Designer, NCIDQ

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies—University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2019

 

What I love about my work

  • The tight knit work environment of the design team
  • The willingness of each member of the team to help when needed
  • Constantly learning new things
  • The ability to exercise my creativity on a daily basis

 

Favorite things:

  • Coffee houses and a good book
  • An afternoon at the Milwaukee Art Museum
  • Spending time with my family

Leah Wolters

Senior Designer I
NCIDQ, IIDA

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Art in Interior Design and Interior Merchandising—Mount Mary University-Milwaukee
  • Special Interest in Business Administration and Hospitality Design
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2017

 

What I love about my work

  • Every team member designs differently which results in unique, one-of-a-kind spaces
  • Each day I get to craft a design solution that will positively affect the lives of many
  • The ability to collaborate with others and grow from others’ knowledge

 

 My favorite things

  • My family: two-legged and four-legged
  • Vacations in Colorado and Florida
  • A warm summer night on the patio
  • New adventures

 

Words to live by

“Life is a journey to be experienced, not a problem to be solved.”—Winnie the Pooh

Lisa Loch

Designer

Education and Experience: 

  • Bachelor of Science in Interior Architecture—University of Wisconsin-Madison  
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2021 

  

What I love about my work 

  • Being part of such a supportive team of designers 
  • Each project is a new puzzle to solve 
  • Learning different strategies and methods from experienced designers 

  

My favorite things: 

  • Spending quality time with my family and friends 
  • My cat, Miso 
  • Concerts, Brunch, and basically any social activity! 
  • Binge-watching my favorite shows 

Manasi Joshi

Senior Designer I

Education and Experience

  • Associate Degree in Interior Design—Fox Valley Technical College
  • Master’s Degree in Product Design—IED, Milan, Italy
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture—India
  • Over 10 years of experience in various design fields
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2018

 

What I love about my work

  • I love that I’m encouraged to try new things out and be innovative.
  • Every day is different, challenging, and exciting; no two days are the same.
  • I enjoy working with some awesome, talented, and dedicated peers.

 

 My favorite things

  • Traveling to new places and trying local cuisines
  • Spending quality time with family
  • A cup of coffee with close friends

 

Words to live by

“There’s no secret ingredient. It’s just you!”—Po, Kung Fu Panda

Mary Hollrith

Designer

Education and Experience

  • Bachelors of Art Degree in Interior Architecture—University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (CIDA Accredited)
  • Associates Degree in Drafting and Design—ITT Technical Institute
  • Professional Experience includes residential design, Senior Living with a focus in Kitchen Design, and Healthcare Design with a focus in Site Planning
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2018

 

What I love about my work

  • Finding solutions and using creative ways to bring function and design to a space for each client
  • Learning new ideas and solutions from other colleagues
  • Continuously learning new things
  • Collaborating and building relationships with our Equipment Specialists

 

My favorite things

  • Spending time outdoors which includes anything from walking my two dogs to kayaking, running, or reading a good book
  • Spending time with my family and friends
  • A nice glass of wine!
  • Traveling and experiencing new places

Rachel LeDuc

Senior Designer I, NCIDQ

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Fine Art in Environmental and Interior Design—Syracuse University
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2018

 

What I love about my work

  • The opportunity to be creative every day
  • Working with a supportive team of designers, who help me learn something new every day

 

My favorite things

  • Chocolate milkshakes
  • Spending quality time with my family
  • Binge-watching Netflix
  • Learning to cook my Lola’s recipes

Renee Susami

Senior Designer I

Education and Experience

  • Associate Degree in Architectural Drafting/Construction Technology & Interior Design—Waukesha County Technical College
  • 10 years of combined experience in residential design, senior living, and office furniture design
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2014

 

What I love about my work

  • Representing each client’s personal practice philosophy in a collaborative and personalized design approach
  • Building relationships with doctors and their staff
  • Seeing a project from conception to completion

 

My favorite things

  • Anything outdoors, but my two favorites are camping and fishing
  • Spending time with my family and friends
  • A nice glass of wine, good music, good company, and a bonfire
  • Remodeling our 1958 ranch home

 

Words to live by

“You have to go wholeheartedly into anything in order to achieve anything worth having.”—Frank Lloyd Wright

Manasi Joshi

Senior Designer I

Education and Experience

  • Associate Degree in Interior Design—Fox Valley Technical College
  • Master’s Degree in Product Design—IED, Milan, Italy
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture—India
  • Over 10 years of experience in various design fields
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2018

 

What I love about my work

  • I love that I’m encouraged to try new things out and be innovative.
  • Every day is different, challenging, and exciting; no two days are the same.
  • I enjoy working with some awesome, talented, and dedicated peers.

 

 My favorite things

  • Traveling to new places and trying local cuisines
  • Spending quality time with family
  • A cup of coffee with close friends

 

Words to live by

“There’s no secret ingredient. It’s just you!”—Po, Kung Fu Panda

Mary Hollrith

Designer

Education and Experience

  • Bachelors of Art Degree in Interior Architecture—University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (CIDA Accredited)
  • Associates Degree in Drafting and Design—ITT Technical Institute
  • Professional Experience includes residential design, Senior Living with a focus in Kitchen Design, and Healthcare Design with a focus in Site Planning
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2018

 

What I love about my work

  • Finding solutions and using creative ways to bring function and design to a space for each client
  • Learning new ideas and solutions from other colleagues
  • Continuously learning new things
  • Collaborating and building relationships with our Equipment Specialists

 

My favorite things

  • Spending time outdoors which includes anything from walking my two dogs to kayaking, running, or reading a good book
  • Spending time with my family and friends
  • A nice glass of wine!
  • Traveling and experiencing new places

Rachel LeDuc

Senior Designer I, NCIDQ

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Fine Art in Environmental and Interior Design—Syracuse University
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2018

 

What I love about my work

  • The opportunity to be creative every day
  • Working with a supportive team of designers, who help me learn something new every day

 

My favorite things

  • Chocolate milkshakes
  • Spending quality time with my family
  • Binge-watching Netflix
  • Learning to cook my Lola’s recipes

Renee Susami

Senior Designer I

Education and Experience

  • Associate Degree in Architectural Drafting/Construction Technology & Interior Design—Waukesha County Technical College
  • 10 years of combined experience in residential design, senior living, and office furniture design
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2014

 

What I love about my work

  • Representing each client’s personal practice philosophy in a collaborative and personalized design approach
  • Building relationships with doctors and their staff
  • Seeing a project from conception to completion

 

My favorite things

  • Anything outdoors, but my two favorites are camping and fishing
  • Spending time with my family and friends
  • A nice glass of wine, good music, good company, and a bonfire
  • Remodeling our 1958 ranch home

 

Words to live by

“You have to go wholeheartedly into anything in order to achieve anything worth having.”—Frank Lloyd Wright

Robyn Connors

Senior Designer I
Associate IIDA

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Science in Interior Architecture w/ Emphasis in Design Thinking—University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2017

 

What I love about my work

  • No two days are the same—every project is unique
  • Being creative while helping others
  • Design work is like a 3D, strategic puzzle. It’s incredibly satisfying when you finally solve it.

 

My favorite things

  • Spending time with family and friends
  • Dogs: all of them, but specifically mine
  • A good book
  • Updating and designing my house with lots of help!

 

Words to live by

“We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams.”—Ode, Arthur O’Shaughnessy

Sarah Kochiu

Designer

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Science Architectural Studies—University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Masters in Architecture—University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2021

 

What I love about my work

  • The opportunity to meet and collaborate with different people
  • Specializing in a specific area of design
  • The ability to be creative and bring someone’s vision to life

 

My favorite things

  • Spending time with my family and friends
  • Iced coffee
  • Going to concerts in the summertime
  • My cats

 

Words to live by

“Whatever you are, be a good one.” Abraham Lincoln

Tom King

Senior Designer I

Education and Experience

  • Associate Degree in Architectural Drafting/Construction Technology—Waukesha County Technical College
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 1998
  • Have worked directly on over 3,000 dental office designs

 

What I love about my work

  • The ability to create something new and fresh each day
  • Problem-solving through different spaces based on the needs of each doctor and practice

 

My favorite things

  • Bike riding
  • Hiking in northern Wisconsin
  • Listening to music, preferably live in concert
  • Traveling and experiencing new places with my wife

Tracy Tock

Senior Designer II

Education and Experience

  • Associate Degree in Architectural Drafting/Construction Technology—Waukesha County Technical College
  • Bachelor of Science Architectural Studies—University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Over 20 years of experience in the Architecture and Design field
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2001

 

What I love about my work

  • The continuous challenge of finding the right solution for each client and space
  • Using creative ways to marry function and design to create a space that is both efficient and a joy to experience
  • Learning something new—it happens all the time

 

My favorite things

  • Spending time with my family
  • A good book
  • My toes in the sand
  • A great meal

 

Words to live by

“Be yourself; everyone else is taken.”—Oscar Wilde

Robyn Connors

Senior Designer I
Associate IIDA

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Science in Interior Architecture w/ Emphasis in Design Thinking—University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2017

 

What I love about my work

  • No two days are the same—every project is unique
  • Being creative while helping others
  • Design work is like a 3D, strategic puzzle. It’s incredibly satisfying when you finally solve it.

 

My favorite things

  • Spending time with family and friends
  • Dogs: all of them, but specifically mine
  • A good book
  • Updating and designing my house with lots of help!

 

Words to live by

“We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams.”—Ode, Arthur O’Shaughnessy

Sarah Kochiu

Designer

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Science Architectural Studies—University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Masters in Architecture—University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2021

 

What I love about my work

  • The opportunity to meet and collaborate with different people
  • Specializing in a specific area of design
  • The ability to be creative and bring someone’s vision to life

 

My favorite things

  • Spending time with my family and friends
  • Iced coffee
  • Going to concerts in the summertime
  • My cats

 

Words to live by

“Whatever you are, be a good one.” Abraham Lincoln

Tom King

Senior Designer I

Education and Experience

  • Associate Degree in Architectural Drafting/Construction Technology—Waukesha County Technical College
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 1998
  • Have worked directly on over 3,000 dental office designs

 

What I love about my work

  • The ability to create something new and fresh each day
  • Problem-solving through different spaces based on the needs of each doctor and practice

 

My favorite things

  • Bike riding
  • Hiking in northern Wisconsin
  • Listening to music, preferably live in concert
  • Traveling and experiencing new places with my wife

Tracy Tock

Senior Designer II

Education and Experience

  • Associate Degree in Architectural Drafting/Construction Technology—Waukesha County Technical College
  • Bachelor of Science Architectural Studies—University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Over 20 years of experience in the Architecture and Design field
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2001

 

What I love about my work

  • The continuous challenge of finding the right solution for each client and space
  • Using creative ways to marry function and design to create a space that is both efficient and a joy to experience
  • Learning something new—it happens all the time

 

My favorite things

  • Spending time with my family
  • A good book
  • My toes in the sand
  • A great meal

 

Words to live by

“Be yourself; everyone else is taken.”—Oscar Wilde

Vicki Lozano

Designer

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Science in Interior Design — Texas Christian University
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2022

What I love about my work

  • For every challenging space, there is a unique design solution to meet the customer’s needs
  • Each day, I get to be creative and learn from and interact with wonderful people, from our design team to equipment reps and customers.
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My favorite things 

  • Quality time with family and friends
  • A good book (especially when read at the beach)
  • Trying out new restaurants

Words to live by

  • “Work hard and be nice to people.”

Kayce Connors

Marketing and Communications Specialist

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s in English with an Emphasis in Professional Writing and Publishing—University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
  • Minor in Graphic Design
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2019

 

What I love about my work

  • The ability to express my creativity every day
  • Supporting my team in an effort to make everyone’s life a little easier

 

My favorite things 

  • My rescue pup, Lola
  • Building furniture despite my lack of knowledge
  • Trying new recipes

 

Words to live by

“Don’t forget to drink water and get sun. You’re basically a houseplant with complicated emotions.”

Elizabeth Snyder

Project and Marketing Coordinator

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Arts in Marketing and Communications—Carthage College
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2021

What I love about my work

  • Each day is a little bit different
  • Working with a team that constantly supports one another 
  • Learning something new every day 

My favorite things

  • Spending time with family and friends
  • Car rides with good music
  • Home-cooked meals

Words to live by

No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.”—Aesop

Vicki Lozano

Designer

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Science in Interior Design — Texas Christian University
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2022

What I love about my work

  • For every challenging space, there is a unique design solution to meet the customer’s needs.
  • Each day, I get to be creative and learn from and interact with wonderful people, from our design team to equipment reps and customers.

My favorite things 

  • Quality time with family and friends
  • A good book (especially when read at the beach)
  • Trying out new restaurants

Words to live by

  • “Work hard and be nice to people.”

Kayce Connors

Marketing and Communications Specialist

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s in English with an Emphasis in Professional Writing and Publishing—University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
  • Minor in Graphic Design
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2019

 

What I love about my work

  • The ability to express my creativity every day
  • Supporting my team in an effort to make everyone’s life a little easier

 

My favorite things 

  • My rescue pup, Lola
  • Building furniture despite my lack of knowledge
  • Trying new recipes

 

Words to live by

“Don’t forget to drink water and get sun. You’re basically a houseplant with complicated emotions.”

Elizabeth Snyder

Project and Marketing Coordinator

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Arts in Marketing and Communications—Carthage College
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2021

What I love about my work

  • Each day is a little bit different
  • Working with a team that constantly supports one another 
  • Learning something new every day 

My favorite things

  • Spending time with family and friends
  • Car rides with good music
  • Home-cooked meals

Words to live by

No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.”—Aesop

Gricelda Covarrubias

Designer

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Art in Interior Design and Minor in Fine Art—Mount Mary University-Milwaukee
  • Graphic Design – Mount Mary University/MATC – Milwaukee
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2018

 

What I love about my work

  • The challenges that come with every project makes the mind work to find a solution
  • The ability to let my creativity flow freely and see it come to life in 3D

 

My favorite things

  • Spending quality time with family
  • Adventures with my two mini me’s, Yesenia and Yasmin, and husband
  • The healthy living lifestyle; I enjoy preparing healthy meals, working out, and coaching others
  • Motivating and inspiring others to follow holistic living practices
  • Avocados and Chocolate are life

 

Words to live by

  • “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.”­—Maya Angelou
  • “How people treat you is their karma; how you react is yours.”—Wayne Dyer

Gricelda Covarrubias

Designer

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Art in Interior Design and Minor in Fine Art—Mount Mary University-Milwaukee
  • Graphic Design – Mount Mary University/MATC – Milwaukee
  • Joined Integrated Design Studio in 2018

 

What I love about my work

  • The challenges that come with every project makes the mind work to find a solution
  • The ability to let my creativity flow freely and see it come to life in 3D

 

My favorite things

  • Spending quality time with family
  • Adventures with my two mini me’s, Yesenia and Yasmin, and husband
  • The healthy living lifestyle; I enjoy preparing healthy meals, working out, and coaching others
  • Motivating and inspiring others to follow holistic living practices
  • Avocados and Chocolate are life

 

Words to live by

  • “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.”­—Maya Angelou
  • “How people treat you is their karma; how you react is yours.”—Wayne Dyer