Atlanta based interior design firm, Design Directions International, has been leading the hospitality industry since 1991. DDI remains keenly aware of the changing industry trends governed by today’s sophisticated traveler. Creating the signature looks of today’s luxury brands, independent boutique hotels, resorts and many others, DDI stays in tune with the language of design with each new project.
Our depth of experience, and detailed industry knowledge enables us to identify interior design trends and innovations to help raise the standards and enhance the brand of a project’s owner. Our ultimate objective is a result that is unique for each project, sensitive to location, architecture and client vision, thereby achieving a maximum value for the investment.
Auburn University
Bachelor of Industrial Design
President Auburn Student Chapter Industrial Design Society of America
Buddy McDowell
President
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Sherry Decker
Partner
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Sameeha Abu-Nafiseh
Vice President, Director of Design
Extensive construction knowledge, AutoCAD expertise, and exceptional interior design skills. Demonstrated ability to serve as the project leader over major renovation and new construction interior and exterior design projects. Detail oriented, efficient in ensuring that design and interior construction projects are delivered on-time and within budget. Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated during interactions with clients and addressing customer service issues with professionalism and composure. Adept at using appropriate written communications in developing project plans, reports, and construction documentation. Skilled in building and managing project teams that deliver on-time and within budget. Flexible in adapting to an ever-changing work environment while delivery a quality work product
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Interior Design
2011 – 2012
Graduated Summa Cum Laude Summer 2012
The Art Institutes
BFA, Interior Design
2009 – 2011
Katie Karnes
Creative Director, Vice President
Hospitality Interior Architectural Design professional focusing on implementing client visions and maintaining brand driven designs that are custom and one of a kind. Mindful of client budgets while providing a high end boutique look that is not only beautiful but functional. Creating a space that meets or exceeds the clients expectations while satisfies the guest needs. Working symbiotically with architects, designers, franchisees, vendors, and contractors in order to bring design visions to reality flawlessly and efficiently.
Specialties: Concept Development, Space Planning, Architectural & Presentation Style Drafting, Specifications, Rendering, Hospitality Design, Commercial Design, AutoCAD, AutoDesk Architecture, Hand Drafting, Computer Rendering, Hand Rendering, Material and Finish Selections, 3dsMax, SketchUp 3D Modeling and Rendering, Adobe Creative Suite Programs, Microsoft Products, Sales, and Customer Service