Why we connect matters. Michelle views the world through the lens of curiosity and brings ideas to life through storytelling. She believes that while good design supports us in our daily lives, great design surprises, delights and uplifts the human spirit. It has the power to shape and transform our experience of ourselves and the world.As a Global Design Director, Michelle sits squarely at the intersection of architecture|design, strategy|management, technology and construction. Her international experience in integrated project delivery supports extensive real estate portfolios that result in high performance built environments and transformative branded experiences that are functional, thoughtful and beautifully designed. She is an authentic, engaging thought leader and charismatic communicator who successfully leads and influences stakeholders at all levels. Michelle excels at deconstructing and solving complex project dynamics, establishing strategic direction and helping businesses harness change to create growth while ensuring design integrity is intact. Driven by a deep resolve and grit, she elicits creative collisions that reshape how we think and redefine how we experience built environments.Michelle oversees a globally distributed team of leaders across the disciplines of brand, architecture, interiors, art direction and digital/UX. She is recognized for setting the stage for an imagination playground, building collaborative teams and leveraging partnerships to solve complex, systemic design challenges. Her multi-ethnic heritage and support of diversity inform an inclusive global approach in building teams and communities with intentional design. Areas of Expertise: Multiple Product Categories; Global large scale C+S; Mixed Use; Sports; Workplace; Retail; Hospitality; Interiors; Commercial; Science + Technology; Civic + Cultural; Master planningSpecial Expertise: High Performance Mindset Coach, MBSR|Meditation|Breathwork Facilitator, Certified Yoga and Reiki Master|Qigong PractitionerPlease click 'Contact Info' for the hyperlink to websites or copy the links below into search bar.mrouffer.wix.com/mrouffermrouffer.wix.com/mrouffer1