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DEANA MURPHY, transforming ideas into stylish, well-
designed interiors, Deana has contributed to O at Home,
Homes of Color Magazine, Onyx Woman Magazine,
Sapphire Magazine and Greater Philadelphia House and
Home Magazine, to which she is a monthly contributing
writer. Deana publishes her own electronic newsletter “
Inside Design”; and is soon publishing her second book.
She regularly appears on the Home and Garden
Television Network’s (HGTV) lifestyle show, “Mission-
Organization”. Deana is principal of design firm, Living
Design Associates, LLC in Philadelphia, PA.
designed interiors, Deana has contributed to O at Home,
Homes of Color Magazine, Onyx Woman Magazine,
Sapphire Magazine and Greater Philadelphia House and
Home Magazine, to which she is a monthly contributing
writer. Deana publishes her own electronic newsletter “
Inside Design”; and is soon publishing her second book.
She regularly appears on the Home and Garden
Television Network’s (HGTV) lifestyle show, “Mission-
Organization”. Deana is principal of design firm, Living
Design Associates, LLC in Philadelphia, PA.
LOW IMPACT LIVING was founded by the husband and
wife team of Jason Pelletier and Jessica Jensen. Low
Impact Living grew out of their growing concern for
what is happening on our planet, and the difficult
process they went through when they tried to make
their own home more sustainable. They hope that their
personal experiences, along with those of LIL's
dedicated staff and customers, will help make a green
home more attainable for everyone.
wife team of Jason Pelletier and Jessica Jensen. Low
Impact Living grew out of their growing concern for
what is happening on our planet, and the difficult
process they went through when they tried to make
their own home more sustainable. They hope that their
personal experiences, along with those of LIL's
dedicated staff and customers, will help make a green
home more attainable for everyone.
OUR CONTRIBUTING WRITERS AND ONLINE PARTNERS: |
Just what in the world is PLiNTH & CHiNTZ?
It’s a newsletter… it’s a website… it’s a fun new concept in design
education and transition into the interior design world. And it’s
only the hippest, coolest way to get the ins & outs of the real
interior design industry – not just the fantasy world everyone
currently sees on TV. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to live
out your “Trading Spaces” fantasy and become a decorator – there
can be a lot of money in that if you’re good and you get the right
clients. But did you know that if you go to design school and work
hard you can… CLICK PHOTO
Laura McDonald , IIDA / ASID, is the woman behind the curtain.
She’s the Founder, an Interior Designer, and a Connector of people.
It’s a newsletter… it’s a website… it’s a fun new concept in design
education and transition into the interior design world. And it’s
only the hippest, coolest way to get the ins & outs of the real
interior design industry – not just the fantasy world everyone
currently sees on TV. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to live
out your “Trading Spaces” fantasy and become a decorator – there
can be a lot of money in that if you’re good and you get the right
clients. But did you know that if you go to design school and work
hard you can… CLICK PHOTO
Laura McDonald , IIDA / ASID, is the woman behind the curtain.
She’s the Founder, an Interior Designer, and a Connector of people.
SHIRLEY HOLDEN graduated from the Ray Vogue School of Design in Chicago, Illinois where she studied Interior Design. She later attended
Platt College in San Diego California where she graduated with Diplomas in the areas of Architectural Drafting & Blueprinting as well as
Computer Aided Design & Drafting(AutoCad).
In the 1980's, Ms. Holden became part of the movement to use clean materials in new construction, now called the 'green movement'. Her
awareness of environmental issues is forefront during the conceptual design process. She has worked in the residential, commercial, and
hospitality industry, often focusing on space planning, architectural detailing, specifying, custom cabinetry, kitchen & bath design, and
custom furniture design.
Ms. Holden was lead designer for the Albuquerque Home & Garden Show for a period of two years, a columnist for a local
magazine(Interiors), and as a student, founded and published the Architectural Times, a publication geared towards bridging the gap
between academia and the professional field of Architecture.
She has served on the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce, volunteered with the San Diego Planning Commission, and served for two terms
as the Vice-President of the American Institute of Architectural Students (San Diego Mesa College Chapter).
Platt College in San Diego California where she graduated with Diplomas in the areas of Architectural Drafting & Blueprinting as well as
Computer Aided Design & Drafting(AutoCad).
In the 1980's, Ms. Holden became part of the movement to use clean materials in new construction, now called the 'green movement'. Her
awareness of environmental issues is forefront during the conceptual design process. She has worked in the residential, commercial, and
hospitality industry, often focusing on space planning, architectural detailing, specifying, custom cabinetry, kitchen & bath design, and
custom furniture design.
Ms. Holden was lead designer for the Albuquerque Home & Garden Show for a period of two years, a columnist for a local
magazine(Interiors), and as a student, founded and published the Architectural Times, a publication geared towards bridging the gap
between academia and the professional field of Architecture.
She has served on the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce, volunteered with the San Diego Planning Commission, and served for two terms
as the Vice-President of the American Institute of Architectural Students (San Diego Mesa College Chapter).
RENEE NORRIS-JONES is a Philadelphia based Interior Designer. With a background in design, accounting, marketing, and as an entrepreneur, she
recently earned a masters degree in Interior Design from Drexel University.
Her current work as an Interior Designer includes Site Surveys, Space Planning, Client Meetings and Presentations, Programming, Tenant Fit-Outs,
Building Codes/Accessibility, Schematic Design, Finish/Furniture Selection and Specification, Detailed Drawings, construction Documents, and
Integration of Furnishings, Finishes and Architectural Design Into Cohesive Concepts. Technical skills include: AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign,
SketchUp, FormZ, MSOffice Suite.
Never too busy to give back, Renee’s community service activities include work on the design committee of The Lansdowne Economic Development
Corporation – Main Street Lansdowne and as an Interior Designer for the Community Design Collaborative, and a host of nationwide arts and design
pro-bono projects.
AWARDS: 1988 Greeting Card Association LOUIE AWARD nominee: Wedding Card Design of the Year; 2006 RED BULL ‘Art of the Can’ International
Design Competition Winner; 2007 RED BULL ‘Art of the Can’ International Design Competition Finalist.
recently earned a masters degree in Interior Design from Drexel University.
Her current work as an Interior Designer includes Site Surveys, Space Planning, Client Meetings and Presentations, Programming, Tenant Fit-Outs,
Building Codes/Accessibility, Schematic Design, Finish/Furniture Selection and Specification, Detailed Drawings, construction Documents, and
Integration of Furnishings, Finishes and Architectural Design Into Cohesive Concepts. Technical skills include: AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign,
SketchUp, FormZ, MSOffice Suite.
Never too busy to give back, Renee’s community service activities include work on the design committee of The Lansdowne Economic Development
Corporation – Main Street Lansdowne and as an Interior Designer for the Community Design Collaborative, and a host of nationwide arts and design
pro-bono projects.
AWARDS: 1988 Greeting Card Association LOUIE AWARD nominee: Wedding Card Design of the Year; 2006 RED BULL ‘Art of the Can’ International
Design Competition Winner; 2007 RED BULL ‘Art of the Can’ International Design Competition Finalist.
CARNELA RENEE HILL, founder and owner of Interiors by Reneé & Associates has been designing interiors for commercial and residential spaces for
over 7 years.
A talented designer that has received numerous awards and recognitions, Renee is also a part-time instructor at the local community colleges in her
area Raleigh/Durham, NC teaching business and interior decorating/design courses. Outside of the community colleges, Renee teaches several
workshops on Redesign, Staging, and Using Technology in the Design Business.
Renee recently taught a CEU workshop for the National Interior Design Society (IDS) on “Painless Emailing Using Technology in Your Design
Business”. Expect more of these courses in 2008. Renee has a master degree and several certifications including Certified Stager and Redesigner,
and Project Manager. She has contributed to and written several articles. She is has been speaker on many topics (motivation, entrepreneurship,
technology, pursuing your passion and design). Visit Carnela Renee Hill’s website to learn more about her classes and business.
over 7 years.
A talented designer that has received numerous awards and recognitions, Renee is also a part-time instructor at the local community colleges in her
area Raleigh/Durham, NC teaching business and interior decorating/design courses. Outside of the community colleges, Renee teaches several
workshops on Redesign, Staging, and Using Technology in the Design Business.
Renee recently taught a CEU workshop for the National Interior Design Society (IDS) on “Painless Emailing Using Technology in Your Design
Business”. Expect more of these courses in 2008. Renee has a master degree and several certifications including Certified Stager and Redesigner,
and Project Manager. She has contributed to and written several articles. She is has been speaker on many topics (motivation, entrepreneurship,
technology, pursuing your passion and design). Visit Carnela Renee Hill’s website to learn more about her classes and business.
ANGIE SCOTT, is owner and principal designer of Access:
Dezign, LLC. She has eight plus years experience as an interior
designer and events marketing professional spanning the
residential, commercial, hospitality and retail fields.
Her focus and passion is creating beautiful and healthy
surroundings for her clients based in sustainable design and
biomimicry. She has worked on homes and events throughout
the Twin Cities metro area. For more information about Access:
Dezign, LLC visit www.accessdezign.com
Dezign, LLC. She has eight plus years experience as an interior
designer and events marketing professional spanning the
residential, commercial, hospitality and retail fields.
Her focus and passion is creating beautiful and healthy
surroundings for her clients based in sustainable design and
biomimicry. She has worked on homes and events throughout
the Twin Cities metro area. For more information about Access:
Dezign, LLC visit www.accessdezign.com
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Honoring History and Contemporary Black Americans
Why This Site?
African-Americans are leaders, revolutionaries, and achievers today. Our achievements are not solely of the past. Our success did not die with
Dr. King Jr., Mr. Dubois, and Ms. Tubman to name a few. African-Americans have contributed to enlightening and improving not only the United
States but the world. Sadly many African-Americans, children and adults alike, are unaware of our successes of the past and even more, the
present. We must be careful of letting others define not only our success but our history, values, character and legacies. Tradition of Excellence’s
mission is to highlight the distinction and many achievements of African-Americans.
MISSION of PRC
The mission of the Preservation Resource Center: To promote the preservation, restoration, and revitalization of New Orleans’ historic
architecture and neighborhoods.
We at the PRC believe that preserving a city’s architecture is tantamount to preserving its soul. New Orleans would not be the city we love today
without the past successes of the PRC, and it is critical that we maintain our staunch defense of the city’s rich architectural legacy. In post-Katrina
New Orleans, it is particularly crucial that we rebuild in a way that is sensitive to our past, or we risk losing everything that makes our city unique.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
A lot of things have changed since the storms, but one thing remains the same: Rebuilding Together is still a leader in community redevelopment
and an advocate for New Orleans’ low-income elderly and disabled homeowners.
Rebuilding Together New Orleans is a local affiliate of a national nonprofit organization – Rebuilding Together – which has restored and revitalized
more than 100,000 homes over the past 19 years. With all work done at no cost to the homeowner and utilizing predominantly volunteer labor,
Rebuilding Together allows low-income families in communities across the country to live in warmth, safety, and dignity.
The mission of the Preservation Resource Center: To promote the preservation, restoration, and revitalization of New Orleans’ historic
architecture and neighborhoods.
We at the PRC believe that preserving a city’s architecture is tantamount to preserving its soul. New Orleans would not be the city we love today
without the past successes of the PRC, and it is critical that we maintain our staunch defense of the city’s rich architectural legacy. In post-Katrina
New Orleans, it is particularly crucial that we rebuild in a way that is sensitive to our past, or we risk losing everything that makes our city unique.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
A lot of things have changed since the storms, but one thing remains the same: Rebuilding Together is still a leader in community redevelopment
and an advocate for New Orleans’ low-income elderly and disabled homeowners.
Rebuilding Together New Orleans is a local affiliate of a national nonprofit organization – Rebuilding Together – which has restored and revitalized
more than 100,000 homes over the past 19 years. With all work done at no cost to the homeowner and utilizing predominantly volunteer labor,
Rebuilding Together allows low-income families in communities across the country to live in warmth, safety, and dignity.
