Hi, I’m Nadia!
My interest in design was born at the intersections of art history + architecture. On the path to earning my BS in Interior Design, that interest grew into passion and catapulted me from Virginia to the Bay Area nearly 10 years ago. My experience includes creative environments of many scales and practice areas including: law, technology, and municipal workplace, public libraries & community centers, healthcare, as well as K-12 & higher education facilities. In addition to crafting beautiful spaces, I am deeply passionate about utilizing design thinking to incorporate wellness into local communities and increasing diversity in the design industry.
Outside of work I find both peace and joy in: my friendships, travel, roller skating, cuddling my cat, hiking, yarn crafts, and poorly managing my houseplant addiction :)
Process
Research
Immersive exploration that brings wonder to the everyday and challenges conventional solutions through questioning.
Concept Development
Drawing connections between the abstract and physical space to create a rich story which engages users at a deeper level and anchors the design.
Implementation
Intentionally applying the concept within the unique parameters of a space to provide impact and meaning to those who will inhabit it.
Let’s discover together.
nadia.colquiett@gmail.com
Oakland, CA 94609