Our DESIGN TEAM
OUR DESIGNERS BRING FUN, CREATIVITY AND CARING TO ALL OF OUR PROJECTS
Built on creativity, collaboration, and unparalleled service,
The Interior Design Studio experience is focused on crafting the ideal environment for each client.
With over 40 years of combined design practice
their highly skilled and accredited interior designers are equipped to
undertake projects of any size including both Commercial and Residential.
KATIE HEINZ
Working in the fashion industry after graduating from Bowling Green in 1999, Katie joined IDS in 2003 looking for another way to express her artistry. In 2016 she and Julie took over running the studio from Amy. Moving with ease between commercial and home design, Katie has become a master of her Interior Design craft. Her past knowledge and experience in textiles gives her an edge in the Design Industry. Katie and the IDS team have earned many design awards and accolades including 4 consecutive years as "Best of the Best." Katie has also dedicated her time to not only transforming spaces but also volunteering with local fundraisers and was President of the North East Ohio Chapter of The Interior Design Society.
JULIE MCNABB
Co-owner and Operations Manager of both The Interior Design Studio and it's sister company The JK Gift Shop, Julie's Business Degree from Ohio State is put to good use. She jokes that as a small business owner you never know at the beginning of the day whether you will be working on an IT delima, estimating out a design project or unloading a semi truck full of new product, making it nearly impossible to decide on which shoes to wear. She believes that a strong business comes from a strong community. Julie continutes to support the growth in Historic Downtown Medina and is currently on the Greater Medina Chamber Board and Medina City Economic Development Committee. She also enjoyed her time serving on the Main Street Medina board.
AMY DOUGLASS
A prominent member of the design community for over 30 years and a member of ASID, Amy opened The Interior Design Studio in 1999 with a can-do attitude and a passion for Interior Design. As Design Director she enjoys keeping up with the current products and trends so she can provide her clients with the latest and freshest designs. Amy works hard to make sure that the design reflects her customer’s personalities, desires and dreams.
“We’re not here to make your house our design. At the end of the day, we want you to love it, and we’ll work with you to make sure that happens.”
JAKECIA DURHAM
Jakecia Durham is an experienced and credentialed interior designer. She is a graduate from the University of Cincinnati with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design along with a Master of Arts in Visual Communication Design from Kent State. Her broad range of both commercial and residential experience along with expertise in Auto CAD makes her an asset to the studio.
Certifications and Memberships International Interior Design Association, Associate Member LEED Accredited Professional Currently Sitting for the NCIDQ Exacm
Jill
Andrew
Jill joins our family business from her own family business Garth Andrew Design. Staying true to the family values of business, Jill continues to bring that loyalty and honesty to the Interior Design Studio.
With 27 years of experience and expertise, Jill has the ability to pass that onto her clients. Bringing her own client base with her, Jill will continue working with and for those existing friends/clients, as she welcomes all new clients as well.
“I would love the opportunity to give your home the “WOW” factor you’ve been dreaming of” - Jill Andrew
“Katie did a tremendous job on our Sims Mitsubishi rehabilitation of an old Big Boy / Dutch Pantry into a Mitsubishi dealership. A rehab really takes vision, and it turned out great. The other issue was the speed in which Mark wanted it done fast to open up. It was completed on time and within the budget. Mark Sims, Sims Mitsubishi Superstore New Mitsubishi, and Used cars.”