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The Angle

ASID Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Magazine

Issue Number 60 Fall 2015

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The Angle

ASID Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Magazine

Issue Number 60 Fall 2015

ON THE COVER: Gold Winner Student - Healthcare 2014 ASID TGCC Design Awards Marilyn Vrana, Student ASID Lone Star College, Kingwood Professor: Kathline Lindsey

ASID TEXAS GULF COAST CHAPTER OFFICE 7026 Old Katy Road, Suite 285 Houston, Texas 77024 T: 713-626-1470 Office Hours: 9am-4pm Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Fridays asid@asidtgcc.org www.asidtgcc.org

Table of

Contents

Outgoing President’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Incoming President’s Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Cruise Party at The Houston Design Center Draws Record Design Crowd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 The Social Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 The 1% Impact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 In Memorium - Edward Forey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 ASID Academy is the Society’s new online resource for professional development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 We love METROCON! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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EDITORIAL STAFF

2015 ASID Chapter Leadership Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 ASID Industry Partner News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 TAID Art Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Event Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 ASID TGCC Ruby Awards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Congratulations New Board Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Communications Director Shawna Roorda, ASID

Welcome New Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

CHAPTER ADMINISTRATOR

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Kendra Garrett, Allied ASID 713-626-1470

2015 ASID TGCC Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

ASID 40th Anniversary and New Color Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Houston Design Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

INDEX OF ADVERTISERS Alexandra’s Draperies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Manchester Carpet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

PUBLISHING STAFF

Cannon Craft Wallcovering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Meca Publishing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Advertising Sales Duff Tussing • 972-747-7866 Bicki Shaw • 469-569-6149

Designer's Furniture Mfg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Mirror Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

DiMaria Flooring Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Elizabeth Cole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Peck & Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Elle Decor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Perfect Quilt Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Scene One Interiors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

G&S Custom Draperies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Venetian Blind Carpet One Floor & Home . . 13

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Window and Home Decor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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The Angle magazine is published quarterly for the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers by DSA Publishing & Design, Inc. Editorial content and The Angle magazine are controlled and owned by the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter of ASID. Reproduction of this publication in whole, in part, in any form is strictly prohibited without the written permission of the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter of ASID.

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Outgoing President’s Message

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40 Years, One Voice.

7026 Old Katy Road, Suite 285 Houston, Texas 77024

It has been such an honor to serve as your president for the 2014-2015 year!

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2014-2015 President Letecia Ellis-Haywood, Allied ASID 832-257-1876 tgccpresident@gmail.com President-Elect Martha Lurie, ASID, Industry Partner of ASID 713-622-5271 Martha@johnbrookshouston.com Past President/Nominations Debra Sabrsula, Allied ASID 979-320-7754 debra@sabsdesigns.com Financial Director Donna Vining, FASID 281-320-2600 donna@viningdesign.com Communications Director Shawna Roorda, ASID 713-952-4357 sroorda@bentwoodofhouston.com Professional Development Director Janus Lazaris, Allied ASID 713-666-1566 janus@janusdesigngroup.com Membership Director Judy Bonica, Indusry Partner of ASID 281-239-9317 Judy.Bonica@Ferguson.com At-Large Director Larry Boykin, Industry Partner of ASID 713-937-0126 larry@imageelectric.net Student Representative Andrea Yanes, Student ASID 281-221-0114 andrea_yanes@hotmail.com Chapter Administrator Kendra Garrett, Allied ASID 713-626-1470 asid@asidtgcc.org

In my Spring president’s message, I stated our goals and “Why Statement” and thought it would be fitting to open my final message with these words. The goal of ASID is to advance the profession, influence the design community, and create a brand that speaks for itself. Our “Why Statement” is as follows: “ASID advances the profession and communicates the impact of Interior Design to enhance the human experience”. Just a great reminder why we are a part of this wonderful organization! First, I would like to thank the following board members who served under my term: • President Elect, Martha Lurie – Words cannot describe how you’ve been a tremendous support for me this year. Your insight and wisdom kept me going and I can’t wait to see what you have in store for the 2015-2016 year. • Finance Director, Donna Vining – Donna, what can I say?! Thank you for your continued service to our board and chapter! You’ve been an invaluable asset and the effort you spend whipping our budget into shape has been tremendous. You are our own ASIDTGCC Historian! • Communications Director, Shawna Roorda – Shawna, you’ve been able to work your magic as communications chair and I thank you for your volunteerism. To watch the design awards committee in action under your watch has been awesome and I know this year’s Awards Gala will be memorable. • Professional Development Director, Janus Lazaris – Under your leadership, your committees revived the Annual Meeting, Leadership Training, and Student Career Day. I have to say, these are no small feats. Thank you to the countless hours you spent (as well as your committees) devoting your time to the chapter. You are a rock star! • Membership Director, Judy Bonica – Judy, thank you for stepping in as Membership Director Midyear. Our membership has grown 13% from last year and I’m sure this is just the beginning. We look forward to what the Social Network brings this upcoming year! • Director at Large, Larry Boykin – Larry, I will certainly miss your quick wit at our board meetings. You’ve knocked it out the park with your Speed Selling events and the Adopt-A-Student program. We’ve increased our student membership and we have you and your committee to thank. • Student Representative to the Board, Andrea Yanes – Best wishes to you and your future endeavors. Thank you for all that you’ve done with our student community and I hope to see you at our future ASID events. You’re like family now and you can’t get rid of us! Last, but certainly not least, a huge thanks to Past President Debra Sabrsula for your guidance and support. And I can’t forget Kendra Garrett, our administrator. Thank you for answering my text messages and impromptu phone calls in between my client meetings as well as my early or late night emails. As I transition on to Past President, you will still see me as an active member of the chapter I love so dearly. I’ve also continued my leadership to the national level, serving as Chapter Support Team member for the California chapters. I can’t wait to see what this new endeavor has in store and I’m excited to extend my leadership role for ASID. In closing, I hope to see everyone at the ASID Ruby Awards Gala, which is scheduled for September 19th at the House of Blues. This year we had a record breaking number of entries (298 to be exact) and we can’t wait to see everyone in attendance. It’s guaranteed to be a fun night! I made my 40 count…did you? #ASIDTGCC2015 #MakeYour40 Best, Letecia Ellis-Haywood, Allied ASID President ASID Texas Gulf Coast Chapter 2014-2015

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A special thank you to the many volunteers that have served on

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the committees that make our chapter events possible. Our

some way relates to this. That being said, we also hope to have a

chapter would not exist without you. IP members, designers,

little fun along the way.

and educators take time out of their busy schedules to make sure our chapter provides valuable activities for all of our members.

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opportunities throughout the year. You might be surprised at

Networking, IP Events, and Awards. I promise they will be fun!

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Cruise Party at The Houston Design Center Draws Record Design Crowd Luxury Design Event Benefited ASID Student Scholarships The Houston Design Center and co-presenter Houston Design Resources Magazine held the 10th Annual Cruise Party and Open House on Thursday, June 11. More than $4,800 was raised to benefit the ASID Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Student Scholarship Fund. Nearly 450 invited guests attended the Cruise Party and enjoyed Caribbean drinks by Brugal Rum, award-winning wines of ZONIN, cool cocktails from Deep Eddy Vodka and island fantasy décor from For All Occasions. Entertainment was provided by Mark Towns. Twenty-five participating showrooms entertained guests with their unique ports of call including Barcelona (Alkusari Stone), Bombay (LGI Oriental Rugs), Cabo San Lucas (Leisure Collections), Cancun (ASID/TGCC), Cannes (You Squared Media), Hamburg (Kitchen & Bath Concepts), Hong Kong (Manchester Carpet), Honolulu (Dream Theaters), Houston (Thorntree Slate & Marble), Istanbul (Pride of Persia Rug Company), Key West (Post Modern Traditions), Marseilles (Charlotte Nail Antiques), Milan (Mirabella Doors), Monaco (Teri Pugh Studio), New York (Shezan Oriental Rugs), Nice (Bunch & Shoemaker), Puerto Vallarta (Fixtures & Fittings, Inc.), Rome (Renaissance Windows & Doors), Savannah (Osborne Cabinets and Millwork), Sint Maarten (Ken Kehoe & Co.), Stockholm (Gray Contemporary), Toronto (Johnson Simon Resources), Valencia (MCA Systems), Venice (Scalamandré) and Veracruz (Durango Doors). Ernie Manouse from Houston PBS presided over the awards presentation which included the passport drawing. Jay Crowe won the Grand Prize - a $1,000 gift certificate for Carnival Cruise for 2 to the Western Caribbean. Oher prizes included a handknotted Oushak Rug from LGI Oriental Rugs, a Red Vault membership package, LeGrand video intercom system, a $500 gift certificate at For All Occasions, a night on the town with Audi Central Houston at Anejo Restaurant, a $250 gift certificate from David Brown Flowers, an aquarium from Fish Gallery and Baccarat wine glasses. Interior designers seen in the crowd: Misty Chambers, Mary Covell, Chas Daniels, Suzanne Dunne, Sarah Brooks Eilers, Dawn Frazier, Pam Hoffer, Donna Jarnigan, Lynne T. Jones, Janus Lazaris, Amanda Crump Lundquist, Martha Lurie, Linda Mendeloff, Jordan Mullen, Rima Nasr, Marion O’Brien, Pamela O’Brien, Tress Roque, and Laura Rochelle, Marjorie Slovak, Sharon Staley, Sheryl Stringer, Jan Therrien, Ashley Tisius, Kathia De La Torre, Diana Walker, Mary Wilson, Punita Valambhia, Amy Van To, Julie Veselka and Audrey Yust. Others attending included Terry and Fred Baca, Cindy Carter, Pat Clark, Mathew Collins, Amy Collier, Luis & Pam Cortes, Danka Gakovic, Tom Grace, Rob Hellyer, James Landa, Wayne Lapham, Janie Mason, Michelle Maresh, Amy McAnally, Sydney McKenzie, Karen Minot, Angel Rios, Sheri & Grant Roane, Siri Roark, Shawna Roorda, Christina Rougerie, Vicki Rusca, Lilia Salazar,

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Greg Schenck, Gail Terrill, Bette and Ralph Thomas, Amanda Whatley, Judy Bonica, and Michael Williams. Guests bid on unique one-of-a-kind designer furnishings and services at the Silent Auction. More than $4,800 was raised that goes directly to the local ASID Scholarship Fund benefitting students studying interior design. Sponsors of the 10th Annual Cruise Party included Houston Design Resources, Audi Central Houston, ZONIN, Brugal Rum, Deep Eddy Vodka, LGI Oriental Rugs, Legrand, Fish Gallery, For All Occasions, Anejo, David Brown Flowers, The Red Vault and Baccarat. The 10th Annual Cruise Party was a celebration of the 40th anniversary of The American Society of Interior Designers, the 30th anniversary of The Houston Design Center, and the 20th anniversary of Houston Design Resources magazine. For more information and to see event photos please visit https://www.facebook.com/HoustonDesignCenter

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The Social Network By Suly Weissman, Interior Designer - Allied ASID, IIDA Hope everyone is enjoying their summer and staying cool in this lovely Houston heat. We have been having a lot of fun at the Social Network. In June at The Nightingale Room, we had the big reveal of where the Ruby Design Awards will be taking place this year, celebrating 40 amazing years of design excellence with ASID. Our President, Leticia Ellis-Haywood, was present and made the announcement, excited to share the news that it will be at The House of Blues on September 19th, 2015!!! It was so great to see so many of you sharing this special time for ASID. Our July event was nothing short of fantastic! Peli Peli was an incredible host and treated everyone with such warmth, making us feel right at home. Designer Si Dang from Andria Designs came out to speak extensively with us about the concept, development, and inspirations that he used to create and design this beautiful space. The turnout was amazing and I am incredibly thankful to each and every one of you that came out to support our chapter. To my army of volunteers, I don't know what I would do without you and our sponsors who always have been there to make our events unforgettable. This is my last quarter as chair of the Social Network and all I can say is thank you for this incredible opportunity. Leticia EllisHaywood, Shawna Roorda, Michelle Stream and I started this 3 years ago with a simple idea of how to make something fun and memorable that will bring the design community together in a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere. I am truly humbled, my heart is full from this experience. I have met so many amazing people and seeing you every month, growing together and becoming more than colleagues but long lasting friends is something that I will carry with me always. Thank you. Our next events are: September at Weights & Measures, and then our annual and most anticipated Halloween party of the year held at Ferguson in October, and finally in November we will be meeting at A単ejo. Look forward to seeing you all there. If you would like to keep up with us, follow us in Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

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In Memorium

Edward Forey

A Christian Burial Mass was performed for Edward Forney on August 7, 2015 at Saint Cecilia Catholic Church. He was born August 21, 1938 and went to be with his Lord August 4, 2015. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Dr. John C. Araujo c/o Jennifer Jung, MD Anderson Cancer Center - GU Medical Oncology, 1155 Pressler St., Unit 1374, Houston, TX 77030. Edward Forney was the husband of Yvy Forney, ASID of YVY Design. Edward was survived by his wife, Yvy, two sisters, three children, and four grandchildren. He was loved by many and fought a courageous battle against his cancer.

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We love METROCON! By Crystal Reeves, ASID, RID CLR Design Services, Inc. Many, many thanks to our Underwriters, without whom there would have been no trip!! Title Underwriters: FERGUSON with DXV, THERMADOR AND VICTORIA + ALBERT Gold Underwriters: SCENE ONE INTERIORS/STEVE CLIFTON Silver Underwriters: LEGRANDE/ADORNE, SHERWIN WILLIAMS, DONNA JARNIGAN with LACY BOONE INTERIORS In-Kind Underwriters: CLASSIC MOVES, RICE RESIDENTIAL, EVENTS OF HOUSTON On August 13 and August 14, 2015 our chapter took a group of 34 Students/Designers/ IP Underwriters to this ground-breaking regional expo and conference organized by the Texas Chapter of ASID and the Texas/Oklahoma Chapter of IIDA. MetroCon focuses on introducing the latest in industry products and innovative ideas to the Southwest region’s communities. In addition to the trade show and CEUs was the expanded Student Program offerings. The ASID Career Exchange, sponsored by ASID Texas Chapter, provided portfolio and resume reviews, one-on-one discussions with designers and companies which hire and/or work with interior designers. The IIDA Boot Camp, sponsored by Texas/Oklahoma Chapter of IIDA, provided an interactive class including interview and resume tips and real world situations. On the bus ride to Metrocon, designers, IPs and students got to chat about the industry, what to know when you get out of school, ins and outs of client relations and we even played a bingo game based on trivia from the underwriters – several gift cards were won!! After arriving in Dallas, everyone was treated to an amazing dinner at Mattito’s Tex-Mex in a private room which allowed everyone to get to know each other better and just have a good time. Afterwards, Ferguson and Thermador hosted a fun night of karaoke at Kung Fu. And that was all before we actually went to the show! We received email after email from students about how much fun they had and how they can’t wait to go next year! As a designer on the trip, I truly enjoyed pouring into these students they all have bright futures with ASID!! Thank you to my fabulous committee members – you’re the best! Judy Bonica, Pat Brewer, Steve Clifton, Ramon Navarro, Jan Therien, Monika Walter and Andrea Yanes … and, of course, Kendra Garrett!! Until next year…. Photos by Monika Cavazos-Walter, Allied ASID 14 |

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2015 ASID Chapter Leadership Conference The Designers are coming! The Designers are coming! By Larry Boykin

This was the cry heard throughout the city of Boston Massachusetts the morning of July 16th 2015 for this was the day that began the National ASID Chapter Leadership Conference. Hosted by our New England ASID chapter counterparts, your 2015 - 2016 TGCC ASID Board of Directors went to be educated and prepare to serve you in this upcoming year as leaders in our organization.

Located at the Boston World Trade Center, the board participated in various team building and board position training with more than three hundred other leaders from around the country for three full days. From official board rules, policy and procedures, to director specific education, it was a great time of sharing and growing as our national leadership took us from nervous entrant volunteers to well-prepared confidant board directors.

We would like to offer a special thank you to the New England Chapter for your wonderful hosting and amazing event preparation. Our accommodations were excellent and the private ASID CLC Kick-Off party held at the Boston Tea Party Museum was indeed a treat! Your Texas Gulf Coast Chapter also was well represented at the National Awards Cere-mony held at the Boston Museum of Fine arts.

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ASID Industry Partner News News and Events for the ASID Industry Partner The summer heat is breaking and minds are turning to the end of the year

The Speed selling events have been amazing. We

festivities and holidays. Are you ready? This is the perfect time for you to

held two this year and each was well attended and

reach new clients and keep the growth of this year moving forward. Be on

well worth the time for both IP and Designer. So, by

the lookout for opportunities for you to make your relationships grown;

popular demand I will continue this program into

the social network, the peer groups, events, and gatherings. These are

the next year. Be looking out for your opportunity

your doors, you only have to enter. Bottom line, everyone must conduct

to join in.

business, but they can choose who they will conduct business with. Give them the chance to get to know YOU and who you are. Grow your name

IP Feedback - I want to do all I can to ensure your

and reputation; this is the best way to grow your future. Be accountable be

experience as an ASID Industry Partner is prof-

dependable be on time, be the IP they can know and trust to fulfill their

itable and fulfilling. I am available for your

Industry Partner needs. This is what you make of it. Good luck!

comments, ideas and suggestions. Please feel free to contact me at 713-937-0126 or email at larry@imageelectric.net.

We currently have groups led by Ray Levy of Sunbelt Window Film and David Leva of Designer Kitchen & Bath. Please call or email Kendra at asid@asidtgcc.org for more information. Get involved today! YOUR future is waiting!

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CEU at Archway Gallery

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Congratulations New Board Members Dennis McNabb, FASID

Marilee Kainer, ASID, RID, CAPS

President-Elect, 2015-2016

Financial Director, 2015-2017

Professional Background • Retired 2010-Present • Professor of the Interior Design Program at Houston Community College 1988-2010 • Dennis McNabb, LLC Interior Design 1985-2012 ASID Activities • National Board Member • Chapter President – 2 terms • Chapter President-Elect – 2 terms • Treasurer of the Board • Secretary of the Board • Numerous Committees • Chapter Medalist Award • Fellowship Award President-Elect Statement I am honored to be nominated for President-Elect. I have been a member of ASID since its inception and have served in numerous capacities with the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter over the past 40 years.

Saima Seyar, ASID, RID Communications Director, 2015-2017 Education • Texas Board of Architectural Examiners - License #10187 • BFA in Interior Design, Minor in Architecture from University of Houston/ 1998 Professional Background • Elima Designs, Inc., Owner, 2001-Present • The Design Firm, Senior Designer, 1998 - 2001 ASID Activities • 2014 - Present: Chair Programs/CEU Committee • 2012: Nominations Committee • 2012: Strategic Planning • 2012: Design Award Recipient • 2011: Showhouse • 2010: Showrise • 2010:Deck the Tables Judge • 2009 - 2012: Chair Hospitality Committee • 2009 & 2010: Golf Fundraiser Community/Civic Activities • 2015: Houston Furniture Bank Design Committee for New Building • 2014 - Present: Houston Furniture Bank, D.I.V.A.S. Volunteer • 2014 - Present: East Side Masque Design Renovations • 2010 : American Muslim Volunteers Thanksgiving Dinner, City of Houston • 2009 - 2014: Various Charity events for FBISD, Dulles Schools Communications Director Statement My goal as communications director is to keep open communications with members and industry partners. I would like to focus on the flow of information within our chapter and at the national level.

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Education • Bachelor of Science, Interior Design from Texas State Univ.2005 • Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law • Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing from Southwest Texas State Univ. 1988 Professional Background • Libertas Interior Design Solutions, LLC, Owner and Registered Interior Designer, 2009-present • Gensler, Houston, TX, Registered Interior Designer, 2006-2009 • RWM Design, Austin, TX, Interior Designer, 2005-2006 • Personal Injury Defense Litigation Firms in Houston, Attorney, 19922002 ASID Activities • 2014-2015 Scholarship Committee Chair • 2005 Chairperson of Student Participation at 2006 Legislative Day – Texas Chapter • 2004-2005 President of Texas State University ASID Student Chapter • 2003-20024 President-Elect of Texas State University ASID Student Chapter • 2005 Recipient of ASID Premier Graduating Student Scholarship Certifications • Registered interior Designer, TBAE #10723, 2008-present • NCIDQ certificate #023749, March 2008 • Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist, National Association of Home Builders, 2010-present • Inactive member of the State Bar of Texas (active member from 19922014) Financial Director Statement As Finance Director, I will continue to grow our chapter and be a vigilant steward of the TGCC funds. I will oversee the efficient accounting systems already put into place by the current Finance Director. I will ask who, what, when, where and why before chapter expenditures are authorized. I will mentor and guide the Board and the chapter Administrator in making sound financial decisions and require proper documentation and accountability of Chapter funds.

Suly Weissman, Allied ASID Professional Development Director, 2015-2017 Education • BFA in Interior Design from The Art Institute of Houston , 2013 • Personal Fitness Trainer and Piilates Instructor from PFIT College of Integrative medicine, 2002 Professional Background • Designer Kitchen & Bath, Independent Interior Designer, 2014-Present • Archaio/AiRS, Business Marketing Developer, 2014-Present • Raffa Design Associates, Jr Interior Designer, 2014-2015 • Fitness Institute of Texas, Part Owner, 2001-2009

• Goldman Sachs, Analyst & Broker Assistant in Private Equities for the Latin American Desk, 1996-1998 ASID Activities • 2014-2015 – Social Network Committee Chair • 2014 – Design Awards Committee • 2014 - Volunteer at Cruise Party Silent Auction • 2012 - Co-Founder of the Social Network • 2010 – Joined ASID Community/Civic Activities • Red Cross Emergency Volunteer • Child Advocates • Volunteer at the Council for Drugs and Alcohol Youth Program Professional Development Director Statement My vision is to continue to grow not only as a chapter but to ensure that the existing programs that are already established become more available to everyone that has just recently joined through The Social Network or other sources. To engage, plan and execute with board members (local and national) on finding ways to make it more visible and accessible to the appropriate audiences with continuing education, strategic planning, find what the needs are for small business and owners, promote marketing, inspire and excite everyone on the basis of practicing design. Have more round tables, forums, CEU's, engage in student affairs, conferences and attend more events while honoring and promoting ASID in every area that needs support and marketing with open communication and integrity on the basis of what this organization stands for.

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Welcome New Members Professional Members

Student Members

Carolyn Frani, ASID, (917) 453-1671 carolyn@carolynfrani.com

Karen Balderas, Student ASID

Teresa Slaughter, Student ASID (832) 928-3109 teresaslaughter@sbcglobal.net

Kayla Barnhill, Student ASID (281) 841-7333 kaybarn8@yahoo.com

Dale Staggers, Student ASID (281) 627-0269 dale.staggers@yahoo.com

Haide Castaneda, Student ASID casthaide@gmail.com

Ashley Ann Steinberg, Student ASID (832) 298-3439 steinberg_ashley@yahoo.com

Brian Malarkey, ASID, FAIA (713) 850-9600 brianm@kirksey.com Peggy McGowen, ASID (713) 252-3494 peggymcgowen@yahoo.com

Tyesha Shana Clem, Student ASID (832) 613-2102

Lexie Terry, Student ASID lbt005@shsu.edu

tyeshaclem@yahoo.com

Allied Members Willie Alexander, Allied ASID (713) 367-8489 williealexander2010@gmail.com Candace L. Dolan, Allied ASID (361) 564-7615 cld0026@gmail.com Estela Huber, Allied ASID (571) 214-8208 Estela@leclassiqueinteriors.com Landi Lausen, Allied ASID (713) 504-1275 lmlausen@me.com Patricia Elena Muchacho, Allied ASID (954) 529-8629 patty.muchacho@gmail.com Kathryn Lee Riddle, Allied ASID (281) 501-4027 kleeriddle@gmail.com Robina Lynette Shepherd, Allied ASID (510) 637-8843 rl_shepherd@yahoo.com Van To, Allied ASID (713) 824-5696 vantopreza@gmail.com Aileen Warren, Allied ASID (850) 509-4888 aileenvwarren@gmail.com Shannin M Williams, Allied ASID (936) 288-1435 williamsshannin@gmail.com Stephanie Wise, Allied ASID (832) 567-1597 wise.stephanie@gmail.com

Ashley Marie Comeaux, Student ASID (832) 226-3387 amariecomeaux@gmail.com Daniel Coronel, Student ASID (832) 800-1072 123dannycoronel@gmail.com Armando Jose De la Cruz, Student ASID (832) 732-5064 armandojdelacruz@gmail.com Huong L. Duong, Student ASID (832) 283-8212 enlanadesign@gmail.com Jairo Hernandez, Student ASID (832) 735-5743 jairohernandez_92@yahoo.com Butool Jafri, Student ASID (832) 455-4002 bjafri786@gmail.com Natalie A Lehman-Guerrero, Student ASID (713) 503-0967 natlehman@comcast.net Lisa R. Linares, Student ASID (832) 455-6894 lrk102@yahoo.com Suet Ming Liu, Allied ASID (501) 313-8773 sumingliu18@gmail.com Ariel N Lustig, Student ASID (832) 472-3986 arielnoelledesigns@gmail.com Connie H. Page, Student ASID (281) 739-6622 conniepage9@gmail.com

Associate Members

Daria Parrott, Student ASID (832) 755-5612 dasha_parrott@outlook.com

Patrick Neal LeBouef, Associate ASID (713) 426-6498 neal@ldesigngroup.com

Yadira Sanchez, Student ASID (832) 652-1582 yk_sanchez@hotmail.com

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Lindsey Torpey, Student ASID (512) 496-6485 lindsey@torpey.org Patricia Trachtenberg, Student ASID ptrach@gmail.com Jannette Anais Urdaneta, Student ASID (979) 255-0047 janetica_16@hotmail.com Meghan Wells, Student ASID (281) 693-5723 meghanruby91@yahoo.com Elisabeth G. Zamora, Student ASID (575) 910-2714 elisabethz952@gmail.com

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Christine London LTD 9747 Planters Row Dr Frisco , TX 75033-0284 (940) 390-0535 assistant@christinelondonltd.com Cosentino USA 1315 W Sam Houston Pkway North Suite 150 Houston , TX 77043 fernandas@cosentino.com Delos Rugs 5309 Caladium Dr. Dallas , TX 75229 (469) 600-5995 coulterstacy@gmail.com Littman Brands & Sonneman, A Way of Light 4300 Marsh Ridge #102 Houston , TX 70062 (281) 480-1458 cynthiavackar@sbcglobal.net Olympus Marble 2141 Bingle Rd Houston , TX 77055-1454 (713) 979-1444 lacy@olympusmarble.com Onesource Moving LLC 13955 Murphy Rd Stafford , TX 77477-4920 (713) 620-8097 mware@onesourcemoving.com Refined Systems 702 Spring Cypress Rd, Ste E Spring , TX 77373-2528 (281) 907-9620 mlander@refinedsystems.com Robert Allen Group 34 Trellis Gate Street The Woodlands , TX 77382 (832) 515-7277 lpogue@robertallendesign.com ROHL LLC 5 Applewood Court The Hills , TX 78738 (512) 673-0713 nzarse@milestonedist.com The Shade Store 21 Abendroth Avenue Port Chester , NY 10573 (212) 645-2424 ext 310 askalman@theshadestore.com

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ASID 40th Anniversary and New Color Event On June 23, Cosentino hosted an ASID 40th Anniversary and New Color Event at their Houston Center. The occasion was part of a larger series of events taking place at Cosentino Centers all across the country in celebration of ASIDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 40th year and the 25 year milestone for Silestone. The turnout was great and guests were able to view slabs of the recently launched Silestone Influencer Series as well as Dektonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest color additions. These events are raising money for the ASID Foundation and with a number of parties still to happen in August, Cosentino has already raised over $20,000 for the Foundation!

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Decorative Center Houston Tuesday, August 25 & Wednesday, August 26

Thursday, December 10

Sensational Color CEU

Design Arts CEU

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Suite 8001 Two-day course designed to take your ability to sell your color knowledge and know-how to the next level. Master the technique of color. Discover how to gain your client’s agreement to the colors you recommend.

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Suite 8001 Resident-Centered Care: Guidelines & International Visit http://www.designartsseminars.com/courses/Register01.cfm to register.

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Sherwin-Williams 2016 ColorMix CEU 9:00 AM | Registration 10:00 AM | CEU Presentation | Ground Floor Gallery ColoMix 2016 is about Passionate Pursuit. Prepare to come together to go in passionate pursuit of a shared color consciousness. Immediately following the CEU all second floor showrooms will host a progressive reception. All showrooms will be showcasing a palette from the 2016 forecast. Wednesday, September 16

Houston IDS Vendor Fair 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Interior Design Society hosts their annual vendor fair at DCH. Visit our website for more details. Wednesday, October 14

InteriorDesign-Ed CEU 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 2nd Floor Seminar Space To register, call Beverly Vosko at 713-464-0055 and register on the phone or register online on the InteriorDesign-ED website www.InteriorDesignED.com. Thursday, October 15

InteriorDesign-Ed CEU 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2nd Floor Seminar Space To register, call Beverly Vosko at 713-464-0055 and register on the phone or register online on the InteriorDesign-ED website www.InteriorDesignED.com. Thursday, November 12

Durston Saylor “Circumstantial Evidence” Exhibit Open Durston Saylor is one of the foremost architectural photographers practicing today. His work has been published in books and magazines internationally and he has been instrumental in defining the image of contemporary interior design and architecture for the past 25 years. Based in New York, Saylor is widely recognized for his 20 year association with Architectural Digest and is the recipient of many photography awards. “Circumstantial Evidence” presents Saylor’s architectural work in the context of his current personal investigations of form, color and texture in a variety of non-architectural subjects. In the exhibition, Saylor displays over 20 large format “abstractions” derived from frescos, signage fragments and other ephemera. These astonishingly detailed, intimate investigations reveal his photographic process and affinity for capturing the essential elements of his chosen subjects. The abstractions are presented with many notable interiors he has photographed throughout his career. The combination of the two different subjects provides the viewer an opportunity to see the inner process of a master of the photographer’s art.

SHOWROOM SPOTLIGHT CULP ASSOCIATES Construction and remodel on the expansion is completed. The new showroom has over 13,000 square feet of space to feature more furniture offerings. STOSA The new Stosa showroom in suite 209 is open. Stosa specializes in kitchen, bath, closet and living cabinetry as well as appliances and related accessories. MADEVAL Madeval has relocated to DCH from their retail space off the Southwest Freeway. Visit their new showroom in suite 109 DCH NEWS

Decorative Center Houston Spring Market All day Event Enjoy a full day of inspiring events celebrating the forward thinking of the best minds in our industry, new product unveilings, book signings, and continuing education program. For speaker information and reservations, please call 713-961-9292 or visit www.decorativecenter.com.

The Americana Cafe

Wednesday, November 18

STAY CONNECTED with the DCH

The café serves breakfast and lunch daily. The café has to-go options. It’s easy, fast and at a good price! The combo special is $8 and you get any sandwich or salad and choice of chips or cookies and a 20 oz. fountain drink. The Americana Café can cater special events. Call Chef Eddie at 832.649.8337 for menus and pricing.

Stay connected with the DCH for the latest news, events and design happenings…Sign up for newsletters and e-blasts at cabercrombie@decorativecenter.com or call 713.961.9292 ext. 1320. Visit our website at www.decorativecenter.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for upcoming event information and invitations.

Thursday, November 19

Design Arts CEU 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Suite 8001 Principles of Feng Shui 101 Visit http://www.designartsseminars.com/courses/Register01.cfm to register.

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Go Design Go Go Design Go, (www.godesigngo.com) is the virtual passport to the world of design, highlighting events, news, product and special features nationally at the Cohen Design Centers. This daily blog features the best of the design center, engaging audiences across the globe. Please contact Christy Abercrombie at 713.961.9292 x1320 or cabercrombie@decorativecenter.com to be featured in this national blog

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Houston Design Center Tuesday, October 13

Sunday, November 8

LEADING IN DESIGN

Celebrating Design Inspiration!

Benefiting The Scarlett Fund Nancy and Vic Cangelosi, Honorary Chairs

Get inspired with new designs, products and fabrics. Meet our Design Luminaries. Enjoy Open Houses, Lectures and Design Seminars.

Join Event Chairs Donae Cangelosi Chramosta and Rob Chramosta for a delicious afternoon of food, fun and festivities for the entire family For sponsorships, reserved tables or tickets visit www.risottofestival.com

Presents

The Fall Market Keynote Program Welcoming Phoebe Howard and Timothy Whealon

Wednesday, November 11 6 – 8 pm

AN EVENING WITH JEFFREY BILHUBER

For a Complete Calendar of Events please visit www.thehoustondesigncenter.com/fallmarket

Tuesday, December 8 11 am – 2 pm

Deck The Tables & Holiday Tabletop Tour Designer Preview Tour

Tuesday, October 13 6 until 9 pm

Presented by

You are Cordially Invited for Cocktails & Chatter as We Celebrate 30 Years of Fine Design!

Designers, architects and member of the trade are cordially invited to a Designer preview Tour of the 2015 Holiday Table Tops. Enjoy a progressive luncheon as you tour through the participating showrooms.

See More Details at www.thehoustondesigncenter.com/party

Please RSVP to events@thehoustondesigncenter.com

Tuesday, October 27

Fall Design Sip & Stroll Presented by Modern Interiors Texas Audi Central Houston Presents Leaders in Design Honoring Letecia Ellis-Haywood, Beth Lindsey and Michael Sillers See the Latest Audi models Enjoy Flora Springs Wines and Brugal Rum Cocktails 5:30 to 7pm

Tuesday, December 8 6 pm – 9 pm

Kick-Off Party Enjoy live holiday music & libations as you tour the 2015 Holiday Table Tops. Bring an unwrapped toy to benefit a needy child through Memorial Area Ministries.

Wednesday, December 9 – Friday, December 11 9 am – 5 pm

Individual and Group Tours are welcome! Please make reservations for tours at www.thehoustondesigncenter.com/holiday or call 713-864-2660

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