3rd Year Student Portfolios
Lauren Acree is a third-year student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture and Design. Lauren is from Kansas City, KS, and is eager to expand her design knowledge. She is passionate about the effects of the built environment on the human experience as well as sustainable design concepts. Lauren is involved on campus through the student chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers, and her sorority, Kappa Kappa Gamma. This past summer Lauren studied abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark, where she completed an adaptive reuse project and learned more about the Nordic design language. Lauren is currently seeking an internship for the upcoming summer and is interested in commercial and hospitality design.
​Carrie Ballenger is a third year Interior Architecture student with a passion for creating inclusive and diverse spaces. Carrie is eager to apply her skills in a hands-on internship this summer. She is committed to learning and growing as a designer, embracing innovative solutions that prioritize both functionality and aesthetics. With a strong foundation in design principles and a dedication to continuous improvement, she is excited to contribute to a forward-thinking team. She enjoys creating through many outlets such as architectural design, photography, and painting. Carrie is also involved in ASID and The Non-traditional students at Fay Jones College.
MACY BRADY
Macy Brady is a third-year student at the Fay Jones School, pursuing her passion for Interior Architecture and Design. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, Macy thrives on integrating bold, colorful elements into her designs, whether for a vibrant residential interior or a minimalist office space. Recently, she had the incredible opportunity to study abroad in Rome, where she gained a deeper appreciation for historical architecture and diverse design styles. Macy is dedicated to pushing boundaries in her field and is grateful for the opportunity to expand her skills and knowledge. Macy is looking for an internship in residential and hospitality design for the summer of 2025. She is excited to continue evolving her style and contributing fresh, innovative ideas to the world of design.
ALYSSA BAKER
Alyssa Baker is a third year Interior Architecture and Design student at the University of Arkansas. She started in 2020 as an Architecture major, but decided to switch to interior design after a full year of architecture school. She is from North Little Rock, Arkansas. Alyssa studied abroad at the Florence University of the Arts taking a Florentine sketchbook class in June 2023. She is interested in the hospitality and health design sector
BLAKELY BRIGHTON
Blakely Brighton, a third-year interior architecture and design student from Little Rock, Arkansas, is pursuing her bachelor's degree in interior architecture and design at the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design. She expanded her design perspective through a summer abroad at LCI Barcelona, where she explored art and fashion, experiences that have contributed significantly to her design career. Passionate about various creative outlets, Blakely enjoys painting, sketching, and upcycling, selling her artwork when not in the studio. She is an active member of the ASID Student Chapter and plans to intern in the summer of 2025 to broaden her skills and knowledge. Set to graduate in May 2026, Blakely aims to launch her career with interests in both residential and commercial design.
PARKER BROBSTON
Parker Brobston is a dedicated and hard-working third-year student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture and Design with Honors. Parker is from Tulsa, OK, and is eager to expand her design knowledge. Design is a lifelong passion of hers and she is devoted to creating beautiful and optimally functional spaces. She is a teaching assistant for the Digital Media in Design course. Recently, she spent an enriching summer abroad in Rome, Italy immersed in culture, art, and architecture. Parker is currently interested in commercial, set or experience design work, but is open minded about other field options.
EMMALYN BURNS
Emmalyn Burns is a third-year student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture and Design at the University of Arkansas. Originally from Benton, Louisiana, she is passionate about user-centered design and creating spaces that are accessible and impactful for all. Emmalyn serves as the President-Elect of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) student chapter and is a member of Phi Mu, Alpha Beta chapter. This past summer, she studied abroad in Rome, Italy, where she explored the blend of modern and ancient architecture and interior styles, which further fueled her interest in Interior Architecture and Design. Emmalyn is eager to expand her skills and is currently seeking an internship for the upcoming summer in commercial design.
ALLY BOWERS
Ally Bowers is from Huntington Beach, California, and is a third-year Interior Architecture and Design student at the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design. Ally has had the opportunity to view a diverse amount of design as a result of living in Dallas, St. Louis, San Francisco, Los Angeles, through traveling extensively internationally, and while studying abroad in Florence, Italy, during the summer of 2023. She is an active member of the Fay Jones student ASID chapter and is interested in residential and commercial design. Because of Ally’s exposure to numerous styles and spaces of design worldwide, she continues to be vastly inspired to push herself to learn and grow as a designer. Her global design exposure has also led to Ally’s passion for designing spaces that emphasize a valuable, inspiring, and timeless way of living that is inclusive of all people, senses, and feelings. Ally is thrilled to pursue a design internship in the summer of 2024.
LAURA BOYLAN
Laura Boylan is an Interior Architect and Design student born and raised in Coppell, Texas. She has a passion for creating spaces that seamlessly blend aesthetics and functionality. Currently a third-year Interior Architecture and Design student at the University of Arkansas, Laura’s coursework has equipped her with a deep understanding of design principles, spatial planning, and sustainable practices, all of which are crucial in shaping the future of design. Outside of the classroom, Laura is involved in the Delta Delta chapter of Alpha Delta Pi where she serves on the executive board as the Director of Philanthropy. What sets Laura apart is her unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of creativity as she believes that every space has a story to tell and endeavors to bring that narrative to life through design.
BRENNAH CLUBINE
Brennah Clubine is a third year student at the University of Arkansas. She is pursuing her major in Interior Architecture and Design at the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design and a double minor at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Her minors are Business management and Innovation and Entrepreneurship. She would like to open her own firm later on in her lifetime and have the business background for her firm. She is looking for an internship for the upcoming summer. She would be interested in restaurant and retail design that would work with
existing buildings.
FINLEY CONDON
Finley Condon is a third-year student pursuing a bachelors in Interior Architecture and Design. Finley is from Kansas City, Kansas and is passionate about practical and convenient design solutions. Her passion for functionality drives her to create spaces that blend efficiency with aesthetic appeal. This past summer, she broadened her perspective by studying abroad in Rome, Italy, where she immersed herself in the city's rich architectural history. Finley is actively seeking a summer internship, aiming to further explore her interests in residential design and refine her skills for a successful career in the field.
ASHLEY CAMPBELL
Ashley Campbell is a third-year Interior Architecture and design student from Aledo, Texas. She aims to be able to design efficient spaces that best meet client's needs while exploring all aspects of design and traveling. Residential and commercial design highly interest her, and she looks forward to the experience she will gain through future internships. Ashley is involved in her sorority, Alpha Chi Omega, at the University of Arkansas and is a member of the ASID club. She also spent the 2023 summer studying abroad in Florence, Italy.
ALEXANDRA COSTLEY
Alexandra Costley is a third-year Interior Architecture and Design student. Originally from Bentonville, AR, she has a broad interest in various design sectors, including commercial, residential, and hospitality. Alexandra is passionate about creating interior spaces that transform perceptions and foster a sense of comfort and inclusivity. On campus, she is actively involved with the student chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers. This upcoming summer, Alexandra will be studying abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark, where she will participate in a furniture design studio. She is currently seeking a local internship opportunity for the 2025-2026
school year.
ANNIE CARTER
Annie Carter is a third year Interior Architecture and Design student from Little Rock, Arkansas. She is passionate about creativity and people, which is what drew her into this field from the start. Annie’s love for art and design began early in her life leading to the start of her personal art business at a young age. What started as a childhood hobby quickly evolved into a lifelong passion that has only grown in her time at the University of Arkansas. In the summers of 2022 and 2023, Annie held an intern position at Katie Grace Designs in Little Rock, AR, where she was able to gain experience working on real life projects. In the summer of 2023, she also traveled to Rome, Italy where she studied abroad for five weeks, furthering her knowledge of the history and character of design. She is actively seeking a new internship for the summer of 2024 that will further that experience. With an emphasis on organic shapes and natural colors and materials in her work, her goal is to promote the idea of belonging and comfort in every created space.
CAROLINE DABNEY
Passionate student pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Architecture & Design at the University of Arkansas, complemented by a Minor in the History of Architecture & Design. My fascination with how spaces influence human experiences drives my ambition to create functional and aesthetically pleasing environments. I am particularly interested in sustainable design practices and adaptive reuse. My coursework has allowed me to explore various design practices, styles, and techniques while deepening my understanding of architectural history.
CARLEE COLE
Carlee Cole is a third-year Interior Architecture and Design major with a minor in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Arkansas. Originally from Jonesboro, Arkansas, she has a strong desire to use her design skills and work ethic to create a more livable, public space utilizing her knowledge in design, as well as a wide understanding of the modern urban environment. She is a Teaching Assistant for the ‘Materials, Resources, and Assemblies for Interior Design’ course, a student member of the American Society of Interior Designers and has widened her worldview by studying abroad in Florence, Italy during the Summer of 2023. For the upcoming Summer of 2024, she plans to pursue internship opportunities that can broaden her education and experience in the design world. Upon graduation, Carlee plans to use her passion for design and how it affects its users through a focus on sustainable commercial and mixed-use spaces.
LINDSAY DERAMUS
Lindsay Deramus is a third-year student from Dallas, Texas. She is currently pursuing a
Bachelor’s of Interior Architecture and Design degree with a minor in Sustainability. In the
summer of 2024, she spent five weeks studying abroad in Rome, Italy where she had the
opportunity to immerse herself in the city’s history, culture, and architecture. Lindsay has always
been passionate about art and design and loves to use her creativity to solve problems and come up with new, innovative ideas. She is particularly interested in a career in commercial or
hospitality design and is currently seeking an internship for the upcoming summer.
JULIE DEPETRIS
Julie DePetris is a third-year Interior Design and Architecture student from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Before enrolling in the Fay Jones program, she obtained an associate degree in art. There, she studied painting and art history. In her first year of the program (2021) Julie was awarded the Pryor Award for Leadership in Design because of her execution and capabilities. She currently works as a teacher assistant in a studio that teaches REVIT and also works in the material lab on campus. She is a member of ASID and NOMAS. Over the summer of 2024, she intends to apply for internships at a design firm focusing on museum and art gallery design as well as interactive children's museums. She is also searching for firms that work in education, healthcare, and commercial design. After gaining experience in the field, she plans to return to school and obtain her Masters of Interior Design to become a professor.
OLIVIA EVERETT
Olivia Everett is a third-year student from Overland Park, Kansas. Before attending the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design, she received an Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts and an Associate of Science in General Sciences at Johnson County Community College. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Interior Architecture and Design with a minor in history of architecture and design. In the summer of 2023, Olivia studied abroad in London, England at the University of the Arts London, Central Saint Martins for digital photography. Olivia is also a student member of the Northwest Arkansas ASID Chapter, the Fay Jones Non-Traditional Students Organization, and the Tau Sigma Honor Society for transfer students. She is currently seeking an internship for the summer of 2024 to further her knowledge in the field of design. Growing up with a love of history, Olivia has developed an interest in historic preservation and adaptive reuse projects and plans to further her education in preservation or architecture upon graduation in May of 2025.
EMERSON FOLEY
Emerson Foley is a third-year student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture and Design. Emerson is from Dallas, Texas and is always finding ways to expand her knowledge in the design field. Emerson is involved around campus through Arkansas’ chapter of American Society of Interior Designers, her sorority, Phi Mu, and her church, Fellowship. This past summer, Emerson had an internship in Dallas, where she familiarized herself with the field of residential and hospitality design, which is what she is interested in pursuing in her professional career. Emerson is currently seeking another internship opportunity to further grow her skills this upcoming summer.
HALLEY GARCIA
Halley Garcia is a 3rd-year honors student at the University of Arkansas interested in innovative and experiential design. Originally from Kansas City, she has over two years of intern experience from Benson Method, LLC. This internship allowed Halley to apply her studies to healthcare and hospitality design projects. She also recently returned from studying furniture design in Copenhagen, Denmark where she expanded her views beyond interiors to explore other design fields such as furniture, textiles, and product development. Halley is excited to continue pursuing a career in interior design where she can utilize her skills in team collaboration, digital software, and innovative thinking.
SYDNEY GASTON
Sydney Gaston is a third year student who is currently pursuing a bachelor’s of Interior Architecture and Design. Sydney is from Cave Springs, Arkansas and is eager to grow as a designer. She is passionate about creating spaces for all people to grow and interact. She is a member of her local ASID chapter and other local organizations. This past summer she had the opportunity to study abroad for 5 weeks in Rome, Italy. While in Rome, she was able to explore ancient architecture and travel to other cities while gaining a larger view of design. Sydney is currently seeking an internship for the upcoming summer and is interested in Residential and Retail design.
DARIA HALL
Daria Hall is a Non-traditional student with over six years of experience in steel sales, sales management, and project administration. She was born and raised in Yekaterinburg, Russia, and recently became a citizen of the United States. Daria worked as a teaching assistant for the Interior Design Foundations Studios and is the Fay Jones Non-Traditional Student Organization president and founder. Daria is a dedicated and hard-working student committed to solving design problems creatively, learning, and finding the best solutions for her design. She hopes to work in hospitality, retail, or commercial design in the future.
EMILY HAYS
Emily Hays is a third-year Interior Architecture and Design undergraduate student and a native to Northwest Arkansas. She sees the great importance in aesthetics, but finds her passion in sustainability and universal design. Throughout her undergrad, Emily has been an active member of ASID, holding an executive position during the fall of 2022 as the Communications Director. She is planning to study abroad for 5 weeks in Rome, Italy during the summer of 2024. Emily also plans to intern for a design company during the summer following her anticipated graduation of May 2025. She is interested in many career options from commercial to residential design and would be open to opportunities to expand her knowledge in both fields.
KYNDAL HAZLEWOOD
Kyndal Hazlewood is a third-year honors student from Little Rock, Arkansas who is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in interior architecture and design with a minor in hospitality management. She was awarded the Leadership Scholarship and the Study Abroad Grant from the University of Arkansas and is a current member of the ASID Student Chapter at the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design. Kyndal intends to intern throughout the summer of 2024 to expand her knowledge and skillset in the field. Kyndal will graduate in May of 2025 and hopes to begin her career in the hospitality sector of interior architecture and design.
GRACE HEARD
​Grace Heard is a third year Interior Architecture and Design student at the University of Arkansas. She is a member of the American Society of Interior Designers and Phi Mu Alpha Beta Fraternity. Grace had the opportunity to study abroad in Florence, Italy during June of 2023. She intends to further her knowledge and experience in the field of residential interior design in the summer of 2024 as part of an internship. Grace is from Little Rock Arkansas and intends to return there after college to pursue a career as a Residential Interior Designer. She is passionate about creating spaces that are practical and functional without sacrificing beauty and aesthetics. Grace is particularly interested in residential design because she wants to help people create a space that expresses their own personal style and reflects who they are, giving them a safe, comfortable, and calming place that they are proud to call home.
KATIE HILL
Katie Hill is a third-year student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in interior architecture and design as well as an honors student. Katie is from Fort Gibson, Oklahoma and is eager to expand her design knowledge. She is passionate about creating exciting and dynamic spaces, and is a hard worker in all of her classes. She is a teaching assistant for Digital Media in Design. In summer 2024 she completed a studio project at the University of the Arts London as a part of her study abroad. Katie is currently looking into set and experience design, but is open minded about other field options.
ADI ICKOWICZ
Adi Ickowicz is a third-year Interior Architecture and Design undergraduate student from Dallas, Texas. She is looking for a career opportunity that encourages her to explore new places and new ideas. Throughout her undergrad, Adi has participated as a member of ASID. Adi studied abroad in Rome, Italy the summer of 2023 for 5 weeks, and she plans to intern for a design company during the summer of 2024. She is interested in working in hospitality, retail or commercial design but is open to any opportunities that may arise in her future designer career.
MACEY HOWARD
Macey Howard, a Junior at the University of Arkansas pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture and Design, has spent three years refining skills in commercial and residential design. She has explored mixed media art, expanding her creative perspectives. Passionate about integrating AI with analog design methods, Macey is proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Revit, Rhino, and MidJourney, and recently placed in an AI design competition. Focused on creating functional, comfortable spaces that promote well-being, she is eager to apply and develop these skills in a professional setting.
ERYN HUGHES
Eryn Hughes is a third-year student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in interior architecture and design. Eryn is from Fort Worth, Texas and intends to continue her design exploration. Growing up in a city known for its blend of modern and traditional elements, Eryn focuses on contrasting textures and dynamic spaces to her work. Whether she's designing a collaborative office environment or an intimate residential interior, her city roots and abroad experience help her blend urban elegance with practical functionality, creating designs that resonate with warmth and innovation. Eryn studied abroad summer of 24’ in Rome, Italy and is currently seeking an internship for summer 25’ in commercial/ hospitality design.
DAKOTA KALKSTEIN
As a third-year student at the Fay Jones School of Architecture + Design, I’ve built a strong foundation in design with skills in Adobe Creative Suite, Revit, Rhinoceros, model making, woodworking, and sketching. I’m driven by a commitment to equitable, sustainable, and socially responsible design, believing that architecture should serve all economic and social backgrounds. I hold myself to high standards, aiming to create impactful, functional spaces that unify client goals with purposeful design. I am creative, collaborative, and constantly seeking growth as I refine my approach to delivering thoughtful, effective design solutions for the built environment.
Madison Kyle is currently a third year interior architecture student at the U of A in the Fay Jones college, from Little Rock, Arkansas. At the university, she is involved in the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), as well as the Pi Beta Phi sorority. Madison is also involved in various volunteer opportunities and has a passion for serving the community. She had the great opportunity to study architecture this past summer (2023) in Rome, Italy. This experience served her with great knowledge and exposure to historic architecture. Madison is currently seeking out and preparing for an internship in the summer of 2024. Her design passions favor towards residential and hospitality design. She is eager to get a taste of the design world, and is prepared to show her knowledge and skills. Most importantly, Madison is seeking to gain experience and learn all there is about design, and how this career can impact others so greatly.
MADISON KYLE
KATHERINE LALLIER
Katherine Lallier is a third-year Interior Architecture and Design undergraduate student from Dallas, Texas pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at the University of Arkansas. Throughout her undergrad and outside of her time at the Fay Jones school, she is a student member of ASID and an active member of her sorority, Alpha Omicron Pi. Katherine studied abroad in Rome, Italy this past summer and plans to have an internship at a design firm over this upcoming summer. Katherine intends to work in residential, retail, or hospitality design upon graduating in 2025
TOBIE LOWE
Tobie Lowe is a third-year Interior Architecture and Design student from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She is passionate about creating spaces that are inclusive and beneficial to the human experience through the use of materiality and color. She is a participating member of ASID. Tobie studied abroad in Rome for 5 weeks in the summer of 2023, and she plans to intern for a design firm during the summer of 2024. She is interested in pursuing a career in commercial office and hospitality design
EMILIE LUCE
Emilie Luce is an aspiring third-year Interior Architecture + Design student, from Dallas, TX. She is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree at the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design. Outside of her studies, she is involved in the South Central chapter of ASID, the Psi Chapter of Chi Omega, and various volunteer organizations in the Northwest Arkansas area. She had the opportunity to study abroad in Italy during the summer of 2023, where she was able to expand her knowledge of historical architecture, and witness its impacts on today’s built environment. Emilie is currently seeking an internship for this upcoming summer of 2024. She is open to many paths of interior architecture and is particularly intrigued by commercial, lighting, and furniture design. Emilie's ultimate objective is to design spaces concentrated on user experience, to bring clients’ desires to life while creating beauty and innovation through built form.
ELLIE MASON
Ellie Mason is a third-year student from Little Rock, AR, pursuing a Bachelor of Interior Architecture and Design degree from the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design and a minor in Marketing from the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Ellie is a student
member of ASID, Alpha Delta Pi, and was a mentor for first-year Fay Jones students during the Fall 2023 semester. She plans to intern for a design company during the summer of 2024, and plans to study abroad during the Fall 2024 semester. She is looking to pursue a career in sports design, specifically in collegiate sports design. She aspires to create functional, innovative spaces where team-bonding experiences can be incited through the power of the built environment.
LYDIA MEHARG
Lydia Meharg is currently a third year Interior Architecture and Design student in the Fay Jones School at the University of Arkansas and is working towards her minor in Sustainability. She is involved in the ASID student chapter and the Delta Iota chapter of Delta Delta Delta. Lydia had the opportunity of studying abroad over the summer in Florence, Italy, where she expanded her knowledge of design through a different culture. She explored the architecture of Florence through her Urban Sketching course at the Florence University of the Arts. Lydia is interested in commercial and hospitality design and is currently searching for internship opportunities for the summer of 2024 to gain experience in a professional environment and improve her design skills. Lydia is passionate about design because this career gives her the opportunity to encourage
growth and wellbeing in communities through sustainable design and designs that represent the people using the space.
BRANDI MEREDITH
Brandi Meredith is a first generation third-year student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture and Design. Originally from Heber Springs, Arkansas, Brandi’s design approach is deeply influenced by her love for nature. This past summer, Brandi had the opportunity to study abroad in Florence, Italy, where she further expanded her creative perspective and design sensibility. She is currently searching for an internship for next summer. Her academic interests are focused on commercial and exhibit design. Brandi's work reflects a strong commitment to human-centered design, sustainability, and innovative solutions, and she is eager to continue growing as a designer.
LAURA MISENHEIMER
Laura Ann Misenheimer is a third-year student from Dover, Arkansas. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Interior Architecture and Design. With a keen eye for detail and a love for innovative concepts, Laura Ann has always been drawn to the realm of residential design, especially tiny homes and shipping container homes. Her dream is to create spaces that not only reflect her clients' personalities but also contribute to a more sustainable and harmonious way of living. Laura Ann is a member of the student ASID chapter and plans on studying abroad in the summer of 2024. She looks forward to making a significant impact on the world of architecture and interior design and shaping the future of residential living for the better.
ADRIENNE OFRIA
Adrienne Ofria is a third-year interior architecture and design student from Richardson, Tx. She is passionate about creating functional yet innovative designs by thinking abstractly about space. Throughout her undergrad, Adrienne has participated as a member of ASID and NEWH. Adrienne studied abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark the summer of 2023 for 4 weeks and she plans to intern for a design company during the summer of 2024. She is interested in many career options from commercial to residential and would like to develop a specialty in furniture and/or lighting design.
OLIVIA PHELAN
Olivia Phelan is a third year interior architecture and design student at the University of Arkansas. She is a member of the ASID South Central Student Chapter and Chi Omega Psi Fraternity at the university. Olivia had the opportunity of taking an interior architecture and design studio abroad in June and July of 2024 in Copenhagen, Denmark. She intends to further her knowledge and gain experience in the field of commercial hospitality design in the summer of 2025 as an intern. She is also interested in low-income residential design. Olivia is from Little Rock, Arkansas and is anticipatory of experiencing the field outside of her home state. Her designs aim to communicate practicality and functionality without sacrificing aesthetics or overall quality. Olivia appreciates commercial hospitality design for the balance of structure and creativity it offers. She is interested in low-income residential design because she finds it important for all people to live in comfort without omitting certain qualities-of-life.
TAYLOR RICE
Ella Penney is a current University of Arkansas student pursuing her degree in Interior
Architecture and Design. Ella is an honors student, a Teaching Assistant, a freshman
mentor, and a member of the ASID student chapter. Over the summer of 2023, She
studied abroad in Rome to further her knowledge of historic architecture and design as
well as expand her understanding of the built environment as a whole. She is actively
seeking an internship for this upcoming summer that will immerse her in the
professional world. She is passionate about improving the human experience through
design and the psychology behind doing so. She is open to all branches of interior
architecture whether that be commercial or residential spaces. She looks forward to
growing not only as a designer but also as a person during her remaining semesters at
the Fay Jones School
MADILYN RILEY
Madilyn Riley is a third-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Interior Architecture and Design degree. Madilyn is from Rogers, Arkansas and is passionate about creating spaces that enhance human experience through the promotion of sustainability. Madilyn is highly involved in her sorority, Tri Delta, and holds a creative leadership position. This previous summer Madilyn studied interior design and historical architecture in Rome, Italy, where she immersed herself in Italian design principles and concepts. Madilyn is currently looking for a summer internship, with a strong interest in commercial and hospitality design.
ISABEL RAMIREZ
Isabel Ramirez is a first-generation third-year interior architecture and design student at the University of Arkansas from Fort Worth, TX. She has been an active member of her local student ASID chapter and is continually participating in their mentor/mentee program. After studying abroad in Florence, Italy for 3 weeks she has built a connection with others internationally through the CIS Abroad Alumni Association and takes great appreciation for her relationships around the globe. Her views of the world have changed, and she wishes to focus on the impact of space on all people from different backgrounds and places of life. Isabel plans to intern for a design company in the summer of 2024, that shares her passion for commercial design through specifically workplace, healthcare, and hospitality sectors.
SAVANNAH RYE
Savannah Rye is a third-year student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture and Design. Savannah is from Bryant, Arkansas and is grateful for the opportunity to further her education in the Fay Jones School. Through floor plans and design concepts, Savannah is passionate about designing spaces that spread warmth and innovation. Savannah is involved in her sorority, Alpha Chi Omega, and she is on the Interior design board for the Alpha Chi house on campus. This past Summer, Savannah studied the history of Rome and its architecture in Rome, Italy for 5 weeks. She learned more about classical architecture and experienced Roman culture. Savannah is currently seeking out an internship opportunity in either the residential or commercial fields where she can continue to prosper and grow within the Design occupation.
SUMMER REIDY
Summer Reidy is a third-year Interior Architecture and Design student from Rogers, Arkansas. She furthered her studies abroad in Florence, Italy the summer of 2023, and plans to intern for a design firm during the summer of 2024. Summer is interested in a variety of career options such as residential, commercial, and furniture design. Her goals as a professional designer are driven by crafting original and unique designs that promote sustainability and functionality, while adding character to a space.
LAUREN ROLFE
Lauren Rolfe is a third-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Interior Architecture and Design degree at the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design. She is originally from the United Kingdom but currently resides in St. Louis, Missouri. She is looking for an opportunity to expand her knowledge of the design world. Currently, she is a member of ASID, the Delta Gamma sorority, and a teaching assistant for the Materials and Assemblies course at Fay Jones. Lauren studied abroad in Florence, Italy in the summer of 2023, where she gained an appreciation of Italian architecture. She is interested in many career options from commercial to residential design but is open to any opportunities.
PEYTON ROSS
Peyton Ross is a dedicated Interior Architecture and Design student originally from Murrieta, California. Peyton recently studied abroad in the Summer of 2023 in Florence, Italy with Florence University of the Arts. She is also a member of the student ASID chapter. Her journey in design has deepened her understanding of the interplay between form, function, and creativity, driving them to create spaces that seamlessly blend with human experience and architectural principles. With a strong commitment to innovative design solutions and sustainability, Peyton is inspired to leave a lasting impact on the field of interior architecture.
CAROLINE SIMPSON
Caroline Simpson, a third-year Interior Architecture and Design student at the University of Arkansas' Fay Jones School, is passionate about sustainable design and its role in shaping a better future. She focuses on commercial and experiential design, creating spaces that encourage connection, creativity, and environmental responsibility. Her study abroad in Rome enhanced her skills in model making, architectural drawing, and life sketching, deepening her appreciation for adaptive reuse. Skilled in Revit, Enscape, and Adobe Suite, currently a teaching assistant, and an active ASID member, Caroline is seeking an internship for summer 2025 to further develop her design skills and contribute to innovative, impactful projects.
EMILY SANCHEZ
Emily Sanchez is a non-traditional third-year Interior Architecture and Design student at Fay Jones. Receiving her Associate in Arts and Science Liberal Arts in 2021 helped pave her way to understanding the power of art relating to human emotions. Growing up in Mexico was another form of acknowledging the importance of space and psychology.
Emily believes a designer aims to find creative solutions to meet clients' or communities' needs. This passion requires exploring different functions and advocating for empathy in design. The Fay Jones school's opportunities have allowed her to become treasurer of the ASID student chapter and a mentor for the first-year class of University Perspectives. Emily will continue to take advantage of any learning experiences because when one gets to connect with other people, it motivates one to produce inspiring work and live a satisfying life.
MADELYNN SCHMIDT
Madelynn Schmidt is a third-year Interior Architecture and Design student from Lubbock, Texas. She began the Interior Architecture program with an art background. She is a member of ASID and is a consistent volunteer with Habitat for Humanity. She will be studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain next summer and will complete an internship in 2024. She also would like to achieve her master’s degree in the near future. She has many design interests such as historical preservation or commercial design, but would most like to work for a residential design rm after completing her degree.
CAITLIN SWANSON
Caitlin Swanson is a third-year student from Salem, Oregon, studying Interior
Architecture and Design at the University of Arkansas' Fay Jones School. She has
a passion for designing small-scale commercial spaces that focus on material
choices and how they affect people’s experiences, particularly in retail and
hospitality settings. Skilled in Revit, Enscape, and Adobe Suite, Caitlin uses
digital renderings, drawings, and diagrams to communicate her design ideas
clearly.
Known for her attention to detail, Caitlin appreciates the subtle elements that
bring depth to her work and make spaces memorable. Her perspective on design
has grown through her education and hands-on experiences, including studying
furniture design in Copenhagen, Denmark, during the summer of 2024. These
experiences have helped her understand how thoughtful design can enhance
everyday spaces and modern lifestyles. Caitlin also works as a teaching assistant
at the Fay Jones School.
ANNA CLAIRE WALL
Anna Claire Wall is a third-year student pursuing a bachelor’s
degree in Interior Architecture and Design. She is from Mount
Pleasant, Texas, and is enthusiastic about expanding her design
knowledge. Anna Claire is actively involved on campus through her
sorority, Zeta Tau Alpha, where she has contributed to designing the
sorority house for each round of recruitment. This past summer,
she interned at Rouch Architecture in Dallas, Texas, gaining
firsthand experience in commercial design. Anna Claire plans to
study abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark, next summer.
LAUREN SMITH
Lauren Smith is a third-year Interior Architecture and Design student from Austin, Texas. She is passionate about creating functional and inviting spaces that are sustainable and resilient. She had the opportunity in July 2023 to study abroad in Rome and learn about the development of modern and contemporary neighborhoods and the beauty of Italian detail. Lauren is currently seeking internship opportunities for the summer of 2024. She is most interested in retail and hospitality design but wants to learn more about furniture and lighting design. Through her education, she has become proficient in Autodesk Revit, Rhinoceros, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
ALYSSA SOWERS
Alyssa Sowers is a third-year Interior Architecture and Design student at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Arkansas who is originally from Bentonville, Arkansas. Her goals are to create spaces for people to feel comfortable and make the design an experience. She attended Parsons-The New School in Manhattan, New York during the year 2020, and spent the summer of 2023 in Copenhagen, Denmark, attending DIS Scandinavia where she learned many new skills in architecture and design. Her interest in sustainability and reconstruction inspires her to re-imagine spaces that she encounters daily. She plans to continue working up her education on design and intends to learn about architecture from various locations around world.
MIKAYLA SPILLMAN
Mikayla Spillman is a third-year Interior Architecture and Design student from Lufkin, Texas. She is passionate about creating spaces that promote comfort and inspiration through the use of color and materials. Mikayla plans to intern for an interior design company during the summer of 2023 and study abroad in Rome, Italy after graduation. She hopes to pursue a career in residential design and is open to moving anywhere in the United States or abroad.
MATTINGLY STIEFVATER
Mattie Stiefvater is a third-year Interior Architecture and Design student from Little Rock, Arkansas. Outside of studio, she is very involved in her sorority, Pi Beta Phi, and as a student member of ASID. She is interested in hospitality and residential design and is currently seeking an internship for the Summer of 2024. This past summer, Mattie had the opportunity to study abroad at the UofA Rome Center in Rome, Italy. This experience expanded her knowledge of historic architecture and introduced her to new cultures. Mattie values the importance of functionality in design and recognizes the use of design to elevate the human experience.
ZOE STRATMAN
Zoe Stratman is a third-year student currently pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Architecture and Design. She is from Jefferson City, Missouri and received an Associate of Arts – Business Degree from the Moberly Area Community College before attending the University of Arkansas. She is involved in school as the ASID student chapter secretary and works on the volunteer design team for the University of Arkansas Journalism School project. In summer 2023, she studied abroad in Rome, Italy and plans to work as an intern in a design firm next summer. She believes design impacts people’s lives and experiences and plans to use her skills to serve others. She is interested in the adaptive reuse of buildings and the assembly of the built environment.
EMMA ZENTHOEFER
Emma Zenthoefer is a third-year student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture and Design. Emma is from Sapulpa, OK, and is passionate about writing as well as model making. Emma has had a short story published in Issue 8 of “The Diamond Line,” the University of Arkansas Undergraduate Literary Magazine and is interested in combining her writing with her growing design knowledge. Emma is involved on campus through the student chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers and is currently seeking an internship for the Spring of 2026.