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About Danielle
Danielle seeks to provide clients with designs that are functional, yet visually stimulating. She believes in listening to clients and transforming their needs into a complete design. She enjoys being involved in the construction process and working with the owner and contractor to achieve solutions that meet the schedule and budget.
Danielle has valuable experience in a variety of projects types. She is involved through all stages of design including finish and furniture selection, space planning, construction documentation and construction administration.
What is your favorite part of the design process?
“I genuinely enjoy all phases of the design process. Each stage presents its own unique challenges and opportunities for creativity and functional problem-solving. Being involved from start to finish ensures that every day brings something new, which keeps the work dynamic and engaging.”
What is one of your favorite quotes/sayings and why?
“Respond to every call that excites your spirit.” – Rumi
Joined SVPA Architects
May 2010; became a stockholder in 2018
Education
University of Northern Iowa, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interior Design, 2010
Professional Affiliations
International Interior Design Association (IIDA), Member
Iowa Interior Design Examining Board, Past Member
Des Moines City Center, Member, Past Director & Co-Membership Coordinator
IIDA Great Plains Chapter, Member, 2015 Design Montage Co-Chair
Registrations
National Council for Interior Design Qualification, Certificate Holder
Registered Interior Designer in Iowa
U.S. Green Building Council LEED Green Associate
Honors & Awards
IIDA Great Plains Chapter – 2016 Member Recognition Award
Notable Project Experience
- City of Ankeny Public Services Building
- Bradshaw Law Firm Remodel, Des Moines, IA
- Brickhouse Fitness, Bondurant, IA
- Cognizant, Tenant Improvement, Des Moines, IA
- City of Des Moines Fire Station #11
- Ankeny Fire Station #4
- Grimes Public Safety Center
- Hy-Vee Corporation
- Helpful Smile Technology Campus
- Training and Customer Care Center
- Warehouse Remodels and Additions
- Hy-Vee Stores (10+)
- Valley Church Community Center, West Des Moines, IA
- Washington Community School District, Washington, IA
- High School Addition and Remodel
- Performing Arts and Event Center Addition
- Elementary and Early Childhood Addition
I seek to provide clients with designs that are functional, yet visually stimulating.
- Danielle R. Williams, IIDA, LEED GA