Our Designers

Laura Beeler

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Laura is a Senior Designer at by Design, having worked here since 1992.  She graduated from Iowa State with degree in Interior Design. “I’ve made so many friends in the years that I’ve been at by Design.  I suppose that is a natural consequence of working so closely with a client on something that is [...]

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Victoria Nelson

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As a Des Moines native, Drake University interior design graduate, lighting showroom owner, and entrepreneur, I have honed my 30 year design career with expertise.  My love of design, art, architecture, lighting, furniture and other home furnishings has rewarded me with many clients who have become lifetime friends.  Whether you are blending nostalgia with new, [...]

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Maureen Spellman

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In my own home, I’ve used neutral fabrics on the main upholstery pieces and brought in color and interest with art, pillows and unexpected wall colors.  I would call this style “classic contemporary”.  It uses straight clean lines, timeless furniture styles and subtle patterns.  I love furniture styles that can stand on their own — [...]

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Kassie Katzer

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Kassie’s career started after earning her bachelors degree from South Dakota State University.  Her expertise has landed her at by Design in Clive.  Along with custom furniture, Kassie’s background includes experience in window treatments, drapery, and custom bedding.  This gives her all the tools needed to help you create the room or home you have [...]

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Sara ‘Rosie’ Risk

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I am the newest designer to join the By Design team. I have been living in the Des Moines area for just over a year, and I have been with By Design for about 5 months now. I love everything about design. I mean everything! I have been designing homes and rooms for about 10 [...]

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Allison Davids

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I have always had a passion for design! It started when I was a little girl playing with Barbies. Instead of making my barbies talk and creating a story line, I loved to find whatever I could around our house to create their homes. From bunk beds to an eight story houses my Barbies hand [...]

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