Scavolini Store Chicago, located in Chicago’s famous Merchandise Mart, was opened in January 2014. As a part of Luxe Home on the first floor, this store is 2700 square feet and displays both kitchen and bath vignettes. Ashley Epstein, Principal Designer, has a background in architecture and has grown a reputation for her attention to detail and a contemporist design eye. The Mart is a draw for visitors from all over the country, Ashley has successfully completed projects from coast to coast and is a great resource.

Managed modern residential projects all over the country and handled all prefab home sales. Handled daily communication with manufacturers, clients, and contractors and acted as project designer. Collaborated on new furniture line. Developed company’s online store and website.www.rocioromero.com

Acted as designer and project coordinator of a non-profit design organization. Designed installations and furniture for urban spaces in St. Louis.

Provided customer service, followed corporate visual directives, and gained understanding of how retail companies operate.

Assisted with exhibition preparation, website archive management, curatorial text, and graphic design. Provided general museum support through space planning for events and modeling architectural changes.www.camstl.org

Collaborated on residential architecture projects. Conducted a study of urban space in St. Louis' Central West End. Prepared client presentations, organized firm material library, and set up a new conference room.