We are a team

of visual communicators

Well Hello…

Meet our team

We are a collective of designers, storytellers, strategists and problem-solvers. We are driven to create meaningful experiences that connect people with places.

Our diverse backgrounds bring unique and innovative perspectives to better translate YOUR project goals and culture into a dynamic environment

  • Gene McHugh

    Principal

  • Brent LaCount

    Principal

  • Ryan Geiser | AIA, NCARB

    Principal

  • Debra McLaughlin | NCIDQ, Well AP

    Principal

  • Matt Althouse | AIA, NCARB

    Director of Architecture

  • Kerri Mackey

    Sr. Project Architect

  • Drew Vargo

    Sr. Project Manager

  • Joyce Davis

    Controller

  • Cori Annan

    Project Manager

  • Valentine Catapano-Jones

    Project Manager

  • Brad Wattercutter

    Project Manager

  • Bianca Castillo

    Project Coordinator

  • Rosamaria Miller

    Project Coordinator

  • Sydney Weller

    Project Coordinator

  • Maria Auddino

    Project Designer

  • Byron Brenneman

    Project Designer

  • Learin McHugh

    Project Designer

  • Kelsey Bartalsky

    Architectural Designer

  • Rachel Schofield

    Designer

  • Jordan Piskach

    Architectural Intern

  • Reese Borland

    Design Intern

Our culture…

Inside Design Collective

Our people are our best asset.

Growth, engagement, and collaboration drive our culture

Happy Halloween from our Design Collective team! Last week, we got into the Halloween spirit with a little friendly competition — pumpkin carving edition! 🎃 It’s always great to see creativity and teamwork shine (and a few unexpected mas
As we kick off the weekend, we’re highlighting a few of our hospitality clients and the creative menus that make their spaces so memorable. Restaurants are more than great food — they’re curators of flavor and atmosphere. From the f
In our latest Rendered vs. Reality, we’re excited to showcase one of our latest workplace projects, Talisman Capital Partners. We recently completed an 8,000 SF office space in the Arena District, downtown Columbus, to accommodate Talisman&rsqu
We are proud to recognize one of our own Project Coordinators, Rosamaria DiCristoforo, on obtaining her NCIDQ certification this summer. Obtaining an NCIDQ Certification is the industry's recognized indicators of proficiency in interior design princi
We're excited to share our recently completed restaurant in Easton Town Center, Bar Italia takes a new approach for NCR Ventures in Columbus, pushing authenticity and quality in environment and food alike. Organic, modern cues throughout the interior
DCI is out of office today & tomorrow (7/31 - 8/1) for a team trip to Chicago to celebrate our 55th anniversary! Stay tuned…
As Camp Architecture wrapped up last week, we wanted to recap all the fun Design Collective had volunteering this summer! The assignment: to design a stadium. The campers got to choose their team, sport, and location while taking into consideration f
We are so excited to officially introduce some of our new team members we have welcomed over the past few months -- meet Michael, Kelsey, & Rachel! 👋 Michael Vedovato joins Design Collective after a robust undergraduate experience of which he w
Earlier this year, Design Collective was honored to have been named to the 2025 Rising Giants of Design by @interiordesignmag ! Listing the top 200 firms in the nation, we are excited to have made the list for our achievements in the 2024 calendar ye
Bringing back Rendered vs. Reality for one of our latest completed workplace projects! Design Collective had the opportunity to continue our partnership with Epstein Becker & Green on the opening of their Portland, OR office. Previously working
We are also excited to share another set of promotions of three outstanding Designers at Design Collective to the role of Project Designer! 🎉 Since joining our team, Maria Frissora Auddino has played a critical role, primarily on our hospitality te
Please join us in welcoming our Interns we have on board with us this summer! We're so excited to have 2 new Design Interns join our team this summer, Reese Borland & Jordan Piskach! Welcome Reese, who joins us as a Design Intern from Indiana U
We are proud to share the promotion of three outstanding Project Designers at Design Collective to the new role of Project Coordinator! 🎉 Since joining our team, Bianca Castillo has played a crucial role in our Workplace and Hospitality teams. She
We are proud to announce the promotion of Matthew Althouse to Director of Architecture! Since joining the Design Collective team as a Senior Project Architect, Matt has demonstrated leadership, design excellence, and a deep commitment to innovation
Last week, our team was excited to volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House through their Team Cuisine Program. We sponsored, prepared, and served meals for approximately 50 families. But don't let this fool you - we made some time to clown around in
RENDERING SNEAK PEEK : @risebrands is partnering with the @dublinohio and @ruscillicc in collaboration with the @memorialgolf to reimagine the iconic The Bogey Inn. The @thebogeyinn project features 36 signature holes - 27 outdoor holes and 9 cover
We are excited to announce the promotion of our newest Principal, Debra McLaughlin, NCIDQ, WELL AP. Since joining the Design Collective team in 1992, Deb has played a pivotal role in expanding the firm's Workplace portfolio. With over 30 years of ex
We are pleased to announce that our partner @toledopickle is now open to the public! Toledo Pickle Company is a 12-court pickleball facility with a premier location along the Maumee River waterfront. This year-round pickleball entertainment destinati
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