Kathleen Lucas Cardinal
Fresh Air Design Wellness
Hampstead,NC
31
Years of experience
Award-winning Interior Designer (Houzz Best in Service) and Certified Wellness Coach with 30 years of experience creating transformational, personalized residential environments. Expert at blending aesthetic beauty with functional well-being, leveraging a deep understanding of psychology, behavioral client support, and visual tools. Seeking a part-time design or consulting role to contribute to the sales growth and client experience at a premier local design establishment.
Work History
Educator
3 Years 5 Months- Provide individual coaching, consultations, and group programs focusing on the intentional design of home environments to support health and lifestyle change.
- Utilize advanced visual tools and motivational communication to guide clients through physical and environmental adaptations.
Substitute Teacher / Teaching Aid
3 Years 2 Months- Managed Pre-K through Kindergarten classrooms, applying Montessori principles of environmental order, tactile visual tools, and self-confidence building.
Sole Proprietor
30 Years- Owned and operated a successful residential interior design practice delivering bespoke, end-to-end design services.
- Awarded "Best in Service" by Houzz for exceptional client satisfaction and project execution.
- Translated client inspiration into transformational living spaces tailored to unique physical, psycho-social, and cultural needs.
Life Skills Facilitator
5 Years- Designed and facilitated group programs focused on stress reduction, goal setting, and optimizing home/nutrition environments for holistic wellness.
Education
Certified Coach - 100+ Hours & Training
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Master of Arts - Integrative Health and Wellness Coaching
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Adobe Acrobat
CanvasLIVE
Houzz Platform.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher / Teaching Aid
HelloSubs and Bethesda Montessori Preschool
02.2023 - 04.2026Read More
Educator
Fresh Air Design Wellness
01.2023 - CurrentRead More
Life Skills Facilitator
The Women’s Community Center of Bucks County
01.2017 - 01.2022Read More
Sole Proprietor
Interior Designer
01.1995 - 01.2025Read More
University of Integrative Health
Master of Arts from Integrative Health and Wellness Coaching
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International Coaching Federation (ICF)
Certified Coach from 100+ Hours & Training
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Boston College, School of Management
Bachelor of Science from Human Resources Management
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Community Service
Friendship Heights Arts Volunteer, National Cathedral Ministry, ARTZ@Jeff Dementia Mentor, Caregiver Support Group Facilitator.
CORE CAPABILITIES
- Residential Space Planning: 30 years of independent design practice spanning the UK and USA.
- Wellness & Interior Synergy: Specialized ability to design home environments that promote stress reduction, health, and lifestyle goals.
- Client Relationship Management: Mastery of positive communication and active trust-building to guide clients smoothly through custom ordering.
- Consultative Sales Excellence: Certified in consultative sales and corporate training with a strong corporate business foundation.
Houzz Best in Service
Award-winning Fresh Air Home Interiors, Interior Design