The Colorado Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) is making their presence known at the Colorado Garden & Home Show. In a time when getting the right professional to work in your home is even more important than ever, ASID along with the Show, is providing access to some of this country’s top interior design professionals. Check out our 2024 Featured Designers! 2025 Information will be published Jan. 2025.
ASID is making its presence known through their Booth #929 and theater presentations at the Colorado Garden & Home Show. Check out the designers that the Show will be featuring.
Trish Bonney, Allied ASID
sTABLE Design to Build
https://www.stabled2b.com
trish@stabled2b.com
720-532-6833
Designer Biography:
Trish Bonney started her career in the United States Air Force at 18 years of age and accomplished 20 years of successful Active-Duty service. During her time in the military, she completed three degrees, and then finished her Master’s in Education and Instructional Technology just months after retirement. Upon retiring, Trish decided to go back to school one more time to chase her dream of being an Interior Designer. She has since built her own design firm, TAB Interior Designs, where she is known for her innovative vision and tenacity in tackling design challenges. Trish runs her firm with an emphasis on collaboration, enthusiasm, and respect. Frequently lauded for her work, she was recognized as an Emerging Professional in addition to her work. Trish is a passionate member of her community, and can be found often volunteering on projects, especially ones that help up-keep and respect local architecture. Passionate about her work, Trish credits her success to dedication, tenacity, and perseverance. She looks forward to connecting with like-minded professionals.
Alexis Bentley, Allied ASID
Bentley & Co. Interior Design
www.bentleycointeriors.com
Alexis@bentleycointeriors.com
303-913-0147
Designer Biography:
Colorado native Alexis Bentley is known for her dedication to crafting artistic and deeply personal interiors. Fearless in design, she seamlessly blends styles, periods, and cultural influences to create unique, personalized spaces that prioritize both aesthetics and functionality. Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication from Eckerd College and a Master’s Degree in Interior Architecture and Design from the Academy of Art University, Alexis brings a well-rounded approach to her work.
Marlena Carson, Allied ASID
Marlena Design Group
www.marlenadesigngroup.com
Marlenadesigngroup@gmail.com
720-335-8202
Designer Biography:
With over a decade of success, Marlena Carson has established a glowing reputation and a rapidly growing client base. A Colorado native and a graduate from the Art Institute of Colorado with a BA in Interior Design, Marlena began her career at an architectural lighting firm. She quickly realized her particular mastery of lighting design. This, combined with an excellent eye for detail and quality materials and years of experience in the home building industry, has paved the way to a fulfilling career in custom interior design.
Mirabelle Gasa
DesignsByMira
360-787-8533
gasamirabelle@gmail.com
Designer Biography:
Mira is an Interior Design and Architecture Student at Colorado State University, a board member for the American Society of Interior Designers CSU student chapter, and an employee at Floor and Decor. Growing up in a military family, she has lived and traveled all over America and Europe, which has exposed her to an array of designs and cultures; Mira loves bringing a bit of everything together to make unique and fun designs. Mira especially loves the time she has spent working with people to collaborate on their design preferences and functionality needs, bringing together refined outcomes through 3D models and detailed renderings.
Amber Lehnen Knuth, Allied ASID
AK Designs, LLC
www.ak-designs-llc.com
amberknuth@gmail.com
720-939-1287
Designer Biography:
A Colorado native, with an eye for design all her life, Amber studied interior design at ACC and received her degree in 2016 and now can’t imagine herself doing anything else. After starting out in residential E-design, she had the opportunity to join a renowned multi-studio firm in the Denver area, where she gained invaluable knowledge of the design industry. With this experience in her repertoire, she established her own firm in 2021 which has been primarily focused on kitchen, bath and whole home renovations. She enjoys connecting with homeowners and contractors for an all inclusive partnership that provides a cohesive and seamless process for everyone involved.
Krista Reese, CKBD, CLIPP™, Allied ASID
KBR Designs, LLC
www.kbrdesignsllc.com
krista@kbrdesignsllc.com
303-217-0167
Designer Biography:
Krista Reese is an award-winning designer who has built a thriving residential design practice by focusing on customer service, attention to detail, and proactive communication throughout the design and renovation process. She is both an NKBA Certified Kitchen and Bath Designer (CKBD) and a Certified Living in Place Professional™ (CLIPP™) and loves collaborating with and helping her clients transform their homes into a sanctuary that is beautiful, functional, and safe. A former software developer who decided to go back to school for Interior Design after going through many home renovations herself, she has B.A. in Economics and Psychology from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and an A.A.S. in Interior Design from Arapahoe Community College where she has also been an Adjunct Instructor of Interior Design. Krista currently serves as Membership Director for ASID Colorado and enjoys staying active within the Colorado design community.
Renée Sellers
Renée Sellers Interior Design
reneesellers.com
contact@reneesellers.com
720-515-6092
Renée Sellers is an emerging professional in the field of Interior Design, supported by a foundation of experience in sales and operations. She holds a B.A. in Positive Psychology from Chapman University, a Master’s Certificate in Media Psychology from Fielding Graduate University, and is enrolled in the remote CIDA Accredited UCLA Interior Architecture grad program. Born in Costa Rica, Renée is of both Dutch and American descent. Her international upbringing and travel experiences have given her a fresh and distinctive perspective on design. Currently serving as a residential designer for Crate and Barrel, Renée is actively developing a client base and gaining substantial experience in furniture sales and 3D renderings. Eager to establish local connections within the design community, she looks forward to advancing her career in Colorado.