Diversity in Design
This discussion will be the start of our diversity and inclusion series where we will have a conversation about how to grow empathy, respect, and commitment to one another in the interior design community. Bring your questions, experiences, and challenges to this dynamic, interactive discussion.
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Lisbeth Linert - VP of Advocacy
Craig Aquart - Principal at M.C. Harry Associates
panelists
Brianna Hunter
A Florida native, Brianna was born and raised in Port Saint Lucie. After moving to Miami to pursue her Master’s in Interior Architecture, she was enveloped in a culturally and artistically diverse atmosphere. Having a deep connection to all mediums of artistic expression, Brianna believes art is a powerful instrument of communication that embodies creativity and the conveyance of emotion.
With a background in law, Brianna induces her skills of analytics and practicality to create unique and functional spaces. Given her interests in environmental psychology and sustainability, she is determined to integrate her dynamic conceptual thought process in future designs. In May 2019, Brianna graduated with high honors from Florida International University and was gracious enough to start her career with reputable firm, Perkins & Will. She is currently working toward obtaining her NCIDQ License.
Yi Belanger
Yi Belanger is an interior architect and designer, with over 12 years of experience in healthcare design. Belanger focuses her attention on helping healthcare facilities develop master standards and plan for design solutions supported by LEAN methods and evidence.
She currently serves as the National Healthcare Design Director for NELSON, and is an active supporting member in South Florida Healthcare Executive Forum and Florida Healthcare Engineers Association.
Kasia Johnson
Kasia is the Florida commercial sales representative for Sandler + InSpec Furniture assisting her market with European designed furniture specifications. Several years of consulting in Interior Design has afforded her the opportunity to collaborate and advise on various levels of the design, manufacturing and construction trades. Her love and respect for the field helps her to merge the requirements and expectations of all sides.
Kasia is a Registered Interior Design professional and LEED AP ID+C with over 20 years of experience in the commercial design industry. She can often be found volunteering for local organizations when she is not chauffeuring her teenage daughter around town!
Leandro Lujan
Leandro Lujan is a Cuban born, Miami based designer with over 7 years of experience in Brand, Product Design, and Interior Design for residential and commercial spaces. He holds a Master of Interior Architecture from Florida International University, and a BSc in Industrial Designer from Instituto Superior de Diseño in Havana, Cuba.
He came to the United States in 2015 and quickly got involved in the design industry. His work is guided by a strong belief in design as a problem-solving tool and as a way of recognizing and forming relationships between ideas and reality. He is an avid passionate about design and the simplicity of the form. His multiple background and project experience have solidified his passion for design and deepened his professional experience.
Leandro is an active member of the IIDA where he serves as Board member and Director of Student Affairs in the South Florida Chapter. He’s also a former professional soccer player and a bad dancer.
Highlights!
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