Michelle Wempe Email & Phone Number

San Francisco Bay Area, Konza Prairie Kansas & Appleton Wisconsin

With inherent talent, remarkable insight, and a practical, real-world approach to getting things done, award-winning designer Michelle Wempe is the heart and soul of zumaooh. Her point-of-view is evident in the quality of the firm’s work and every facet of its character, demonstrating her belief that everything worth doing is worth doing well. The firm’s tagline — exuberant restraint — stems from Michelle’s unique ability to capture the best from what can be diametrically opposed perspectives… Show more With inherent talent, remarkable insight, and a practical, real-world approach to getting things done, award-winning designer Michelle Wempe is the heart and soul of zumaooh. Her point-of-view is evident in the quality of the firm’s work and every facet of its character, demonstrating her belief that everything worth doing is worth doing well. The firm’s tagline — exuberant restraint — stems from Michelle’s unique ability to capture the best from what can be diametrically opposed perspectives. She is one of the rare breed of designers who create beautiful spaces that result in exceptional value for her clients. Show less

Manhattan, Kansas, United States

As a Professor of Practice at her alma mater, Michelle brings her knowledge, expertise, and passion for design, diversity, and sustainability to the classroom. Her work in design studio focuses on student ability to create strong concept-based design solutions that look at real-world issues. Michelle also teaches several seminar-based classes focused on bringing experts in architecture, interiors, and related disciplines into the classroom to discuss topics that range from professional practice… Show more As a Professor of Practice at her alma mater, Michelle brings her knowledge, expertise, and passion for design, diversity, and sustainability to the classroom. Her work in design studio focuses on student ability to create strong concept-based design solutions that look at real-world issues. Michelle also teaches several seminar-based classes focused on bringing experts in architecture, interiors, and related disciplines into the classroom to discuss topics that range from professional practice to global economics, including diversity, environmental, and sustainability issues. In 2020, she introduced a seminar on The History of Women in Design that transcends the historical perspective, bringing extraordinary women from practice to the classroom to talk about what they do and why it matters. Show less

San Francisco Bay Area

An award-winning designer who teaches professional practice, Michelle is recognized as a leader in the design community, with real-world knowledge and expertise. She brings a unique viewpoint on issues related to the character and quality of a successful practice.

An advocate for design education, Michelle taught Professional Practice in the highly regarded Interior Architecture program and developed a humanities course titled “The History of Women in Design” which focused on women practicing design during the 20th Century.