Reflections
Two years is a lot of time to reflect. For some, maybe a bit too much – anxiety, loneliness, tragic headlines, civil unrest, and more have weighed on our minds. I, too, have experienced the sometimes-dark moments of introspection, at the three decades traversing the winding course of my career and the future of Bright Designlab. I, like many, have looked deeply into and questioned the meaning of the fabric that I am woven into. But as the dust begins to settle around all that a pandemic challenged me with, I am hopeful. The Bright Designlab team has evolved once again, remarkably stronger, and is empowered with a team of new designers, save two. We’re eager to be ushered into this new season as a firm. We are ready.
Reentry
As artists, we are beckoned to create experiences that break the mold of traditional interior design. As a leader, I am equally called into the stories living behind those designs. Keeping that in mind, we sought to rebuild a team of designers with careful intention. Detail, technicality, people who are truly engaged in the process – all valuable and necessary traits. Yet, this time, our focus was more on establishing a collective of women with similar goals: empathy and storytelling through design.
In between design work, we’re working on building an ethos of trust, curiosity, and play. As I look at our new team, I see these remarkable, sensitive, intelligent individuals who offer unique perspectives on design and the world at large. Dedicated to compassion, communication, and transparency, we are entering a new era that compels me to be a better human and a more effective leader. As we settle into this new season, we are excited to unfold the magic and introduce you to each individual on our Design team!
The Road Ahead
Personal connection has become challenging – painful almost – at times. Technology, isolation, and pandemic have left us longing for meaningful exchange with the world and with our clients. For twelve years, Bright Designlab has remained committed to the city of Portland in all its vibrancy. As we reenter the homes and lives of our clients, we’re eager to share our thoughtfully innovative designs more widely. Interior design is much more than what meets the eye. Our women-led team is focused not only on elevating the everyday lives of our clients but on keeping each distinctive, individual narrative at the forefront of our processes. Tell us your story; we will listen.
– Alissa
