dawn reeves, principal + lead designer
I love design. I spend many of my waking moments dreaming up ways to improve a space both visually and functionally.
This love started with my own home and took on a life of its own when friends asked me to help them with their spaces. These projects quickly led to referrals when others saw the spaces that I designed and decorated.
In 2012, I began Dawn Reeves Design, Inc. and have since worked with clients all over the Chicago area to help shape their homes into beautiful retreats to share with family and friends.
alex springer, senior designer
Alex has a passion for unique interiors that incorporate an unexpected mix of finishes, materials and styles. She is drawn to classic and timeless design that is beautiful yet functional. As a new mom she understands the importance of function but also believes your surroundings have the power to uplift and inspire.
Alex was exposed to the design world by her father, a painter, and mother, an avid home decor collector. During high school she began working in furniture/design sales and moved on to study design and graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts of Interior Design.
From space planning, material/furniture/lighting selections, to the finishing touches of styling; Alex understands the importance of all design phases for each DRD project.
Melissa Schwall, Senior Designer
Melissa’s zeal for design started at an early age. She would sculpt masterpieces out of mashed potatoes at the dinner table; build homes out of Legos- one was even complete with an interior courtyard; and watch “This Old House” with her grandpa, who happened to be a meticulous finish carpenter and constructed her family’s home from the ground up.
Melissa was encouraged to pursue design and earned a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts and Interior Design. Her core principles are a thoughtfully planned space that is both timeless and unique. She finds the best inspiration in colors, forms, patterns, and textures from nature.
Having an exceptional attention to detail- she would say it’s a blessing and a curse- Melissa is instrumental in making every DRD project a stand out.
ASHLYN Kleiman, Senior Designer
Ashlyn is an inspiration junkie, always grabbing for the latest Architectural Digest to study trends, but her work is also strongly influenced by design of the past.
Ashlyn's interest in design started early - frequenting the paint aisle at Home Depot to collect her favorite colors, drawing floorplans on napkins, and going to open houses with her parents. After graduating with an Interior Design degree from Michigan State, she spent several years at a Chicago residential design firm before joining the DRD team.
Ashlyn finds passion in blending classic, bold, and lawless design decisions to create one of a kind spaces. Space planning, unique solutions, unpredictable furniture selections, and accessorizing are a few of her favorites things.
Rachel Gamen, Designer
Rachel earned her Bachelor of Applied Science and Technology in Interior Design from Illinois State University.
Design has always played a central role in her life, constantly finding inspiration from elements of nature and various design styles. She gravitates towards clean, simple, and neutral designs while loving to include pops of color, texture, and pattern.
In her spare time, you can find Rachel getting in a workout at the gym, attending a concert, or watercolor painting.
Maureen Strong, Project Manager
Maureen always had a fervor for design. From a young age, she enjoyed repainting rooms and rearranging furniture. After graduating from University of Illinois at Chicago, Maureen spent time working with a home remodeling company before joining DRD.
Utilizing her exceptional organization skills and a knack for troubleshooting, Maureen is hands on at every project, whether it be to manage orders and installs or to work out “bumps in the road” with trades. Maureen keeps us on track and client’s well informed with next steps throughout a project’s lifecycle.
Outside of work, Maureen enjoys traveling and spending time with family.
chris bajuyo, Business Manager
It is not in Chris’s nature to sit still. His diversity of work experience, evidence he is a self starter, highly organized, and has strong communication skills.
Chris takes these traits to task as Business Manager, specifically utilizing his business operations, bookkeeping, and expense management experience to oversee the growing business at DRD.
Away from the office, Chris typically is working on a diy home project, at one of his kids games, or catching a yoga class.
dawn reeves, principal + lead designer
I love design. I spend many of my waking moments dreaming up ways to improve a space both visually and functionally. This love started with my own home and took on a life of its own when friends asked me to help them with their spaces. These projects quickly led to referrals when others saw the spaces that I designed and decorated. Then, in 2012, I began Dawn Reeves Design, Inc. Since then, I've worked with clients all over the Chicago area, helping them shape their homes into beautiful retreats they can share with their families and friends.
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