Haake, Mia
As an individual, throughout my childhood I have been surrounded by many motivating and independent individuals. They have taught me how to lead relationships with honor and empathy so that I can formulate genuine human connections with who I choose to surround myself with. Something that is very important to me is ensuring that everyone I cross paths with feels free to be themselves and express their individuality. As a designer, I strive to treat my clients in the same loving and understanding way. Viewing not only life, but design ideas through the eyes of others has given me a unique imagination that I otherwise may not have experienced outside of design school. Growing up in such an accepting and supportive household made my decision to study interior design extremely easy and exciting. Being able to learn in such a visual and hands-on environment has allowed my creativity to grow into what it is today. Looking forward to my future in the design industry, I plan to emphasize these giving aspects of my character in my every day work to build a foundational trust between myself, my coworkers, and my clients. In building these trusting relationships, I will have the ability to express my ideas in their highest form and remain optimistic when faced with design challenges. 88
