www.akdesigns.netAK Design Group, LLC is an interior design firm formed in 2002 specializing in design for the hospitality industry. Owner and Design Principal, Andrea Gillespie, has experience in all phases of the interior design process. Her project work includes participation and management in all phases including client relations and proposals, project programming, conceptual design, design development, interior design and detailing, furniture, fixture, fabric, artwork, and accessory selection and development, project budgeting, contract documentation, and construction administration. Andrea is focused on delivering a unique vision and innovative design that leads to high quality interiors and satisfied clients. With over sixteen years of design experience in hospitality, commercial, and product design, she has demonstrated leadership and creativity in helping clients realize exceptional spatial design in environments that are both welcoming and functional. She has six designers on staff, but remains to have a hands-on approach throughout all phases of a project from planning, design, production, to installation. The need for new and inventive environments has led her to be on the cutting edge of new products and technology, sourcing new and creative ways to provide cost effective and visually appealing interiors.Andrea has been a design consultant with the Hilton Worldwide Architecture & Construction department in Memphis, TN. She developed custom design schemes for the Hampton Inn and Hilton Garden Inn brands. She is responsible for numerous franchise projects including new construction and renovated limited and full service hotels as well as convention center space.Andrea holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design, Magna Cum Laude, from the University of Alabama. She is NCIDQ board certified.