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Anna Gibson
We’re celebrating a decade of making dreams come true with Waypoint. It seemed only fitting to speak to some of the designers who contributed to our success. We sat down with several inspiring Waypoint designers who embrace living life with style. Here’s what Anna Gibson from AKG Design Studio in Great Falls, Virginia had to say about translating things you love into the perfect space.
How did you get started in design?
As a child, most of our family field trips were spent on construction sites wearing hard hats. My dad was a big builder in Jerusalem, Israel. He built everything from museums to hotels, and I spent most of my days chasing him around construction sites and trade shows. We never had house chores, so I earned pocket money coloring his blueprints. These experiences sparked my imagination from a very early age.
To what do you attribute your success?
The experience I gained from my dad gives me a different perspective from other designers—I really understand the Anna Gibson understands the importance of building a solid foundation— firsthand. Her natural ability for design and architecture, coupled with her pragmatic approach, has proven to be a combination worthy of awards. technical aspects behind my designs. I always design for my clients, not for myself. Because I know exactly what will and won’t work, I am able to successfully manage my client’s remodel expectations. The end result is a solid design.
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Describe your design process.
We have an initial survey/interview process that is rather lengthy because we go through every aspect of the client’s lifestyle. Every nitty-gritty detail, from shopping and entertaining to cooking, will impact their final design. It’s important to accommodate each client differently. I find joy in improving their lifestyle with a personalized design. Because many clients want to live in their homes longer, living in place becomes an important consideration. Regardless of the circumstances, I build a strong foundation with a custom layout before adding the decorative pieces like cabinets, colors, details, etc.
Can you offer any advice for downsizing or designing small spaces?
Yes, everything in a small space must multitask—even appliances. To ensure everything has its place, mapping the space is an important part of the planning process. To avoid clutter, I like to conceal as many things as possible with efficient cabinetry and interior organizational products. In the kitchen, I love the Pull-Out Double Waste Basket and the Wood Tiered Cutlery Divider is like magic! It’s also the perfect place for makeup in the bathroom. Deep Roll Out Trays are fantastic. To keep counters clutter-free—a Pantry Pull Out with utensil buckets is a must.
Biggest compliment you’ve received?
I designed a small kitchen for a client, and recently she called to tell me a story about the functionality of the space. The client had three people preparing a big Thanksgiving dinner in her new kitchen, and, instead of chaos, she said everyone moved around so easily—it felt like we were doing a beautiful dance. This made my heart full because if it’s not functional, it’s not worth it.
With Anna’s methodical approach to design, it’s no surprise her clients are dancing in their kitchens!
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