Kim Hansen, Owner
' + 'Kim Hansen is Owner and Co-Founder of Absolute Design Interiors. Kim grew up in the Cathedral area and graduated from Marian High School. A full time work schedule, marriage and starting a family kept her busy. However, her passion for color and design drove her back to school. After completing the design program at Metro Community College, Kim was hired by Afffordable Fabrics in 1994 to finish her internship. Kathi Murphy, her late business partner, actually interviewed her and Kim knew she had a friend and mentor for life. Established in 1998, Absolute Design Interiors continues to provide service before, during and after the sale!
' + '"My passion is picking out paint colors - interior and exterior. The process of choosing color can be tricky for many people, but the right color and intensity can make such a difference."
'; staffBio[2]='' + 'Jami Miszuk, Interior Designer
' + 'Jami Miszuk brings with her experience working with a custom home builder designing spec homes, and also has worked with clients selecting finishes for their custom dream home. Jami has an eye for color, which makes her an expert in color assistance (both interior and exterior). Jami also has a great amount of experience working with both hard and soft custom window treatments. In 2005, Jami graduated with honors from Metro Community College, where she received an Associates of Applied Science Degree in Interior Design. Jami is an Allied Member of ASID. Her hobbies include spending time with her family, playing with her dog, working out, watching a good movie and shopping!
' + '"My passion is to make clients happy and help make their ultimate vision a reality."
'; staffBio[3]='' + 'Trish Oster, Design Consultant
' + 'Trish Oster joined Absolute Design Interiors in January of 2000 as a Design Consultant for the firm. Her primary responsibilities include helping clients meet their needs for either remodel projects or new construction. Trish handles space planning, window treatments and accessories for her customers. Prior to joining Absolute Design Interiors, Trish spent five years as a Fabricator for Affordable Fabrics. As a fabricator/consultant, she learned measuring, yardage calculation and window treatment design. In addition, she spent some time learning about blinds and alternative window coverings. Trish has accumulated more than 15 years of industry experience in interior design. In her spare time, Trish enjoys golf and is a member of the Shadow Ridge Country Club.
' + '"My passion is choosing fabrics and putting together ideas for window treatments, bedding and pillows."
'; //staffBio[4]='' //+ 'Jody Pennella, Design Consultant
' //+ 'Jody Pennella exudes creativity. She not only assists customers at Absolute Design Interiors with their decorating needs, but she also works as an oil painting artist and a jewelry designer in her spare time. A native born Nebraskan, Jody spent time outside of Omaha in Houston, Texas. While living in Texas, she owned an interior design firm for more than five years. Jody has a gifted eye for color, harmony and balance. She helps her customers find everything from draperies and paint, to furniture and accessories. She has also assisted in many remodel and renovation projects. Aside from creative work, Jody enjoys working with children and has spent the last ten years mentoring teen youth.
' //+ '"My passion is putting it all together. I really enjoy adding the finishing touches like artwork, decorative items and permanent botanicals to complete a space. Those special little touches make a room inviting and warm."
'; staffBio[4]='' + 'Carol McClain, Office Manager
' + 'Carol McClain is the voice of Absolute Design Interiors. As the Office Manager she handles all incoming calls, as well as store management functions including placing orders, updating the inventory, pricing items, store displays and assisting customers. Prior to joining Absolute Design Interiors, Carol spent more than ten years working in various customer service roles. Her most recent position was a Manager of Customer Service for a cooking utensils company. In addition to decorating her own home, Carol enjoys traveling, shopping and gardening.
' + '"My passion is having the opportunity to meet new people who visit our studio and the chance to help them find just the right accessory."
'; staffBio[5]='' + 'Lori Stueckrath, Design Consultant
' + 'Lori Stueckrath is the newest member to join the Absolute Design Interiors team. She has lived in Omaha all her life and feels a strong connection with the community. She studied Interior Design at Metro Tech Community College.
' + 'She feels that all elements of design, from floor plans, lighting, furniture and use of color and accessories are all key components to a successful design. She also appreciates and enjoys working with all styles of design from Modern to Traditional. She believes in keeping up with current trends in the industry and flexibility is key. Lori loves the outdoors, travel, exercising and most of all spending time on their acreage with her husband and two children. She also enjoys her cats, dogs and horses.
' + '"My passion is the enjoyment I get working with clients to achieve their goals. I feel that a space should reflect the people who live and work there; incorporating personal items that are important to them."
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