Barrett & Company is a team of professional designers who share the philosophy that form follows function and efficiency is foremost. We approach each project with a broad vision beyond the aesthetics of interior design and enjoy the detail and follow-through required for highly technical projects. We believe that good design is a collaborative process that is enhanced when more than one perspective is involved. While each project is assigned to an individual designer, every client benefits from the creativity and experience of the entire team. Susan J. Barrett President Sue has more than 30 years experience in commercial design, development, business, and construction. For many years she has specialized in dental office design and enjoys a national reputation for her knowledge and leadership in this field. A graduate of Washington State University , Sue is passionate about golf and gardening. Bobbi Chapman Senior Project Designer Bobbi left a previous career in banking to become an interior designer. She joined Barrett & Company in 1992 and provides expertise and leadership to the entire design team. Bobbi’s two sons keep her busy during all four seasons of the year: soccer, basketball, baseball, and… summer. Amy Rose Project Designer Music and travel are Amy's primary interests when she isn't creating. Before graduating from the Art Institute of Seattle, she had a career in a business that emphasized efficiencies. Boy, has she got the winning combination! And when she's not impassioned with some new idea, she's singing her way to her next Barbershop competition. Christine Benda Project Designer Christine has degrees in interior design and business marketing. Her enthusiasm and positive attitude energizes the entire design team. When she isn’t working with clients on design projects, she enjoys hunting for antiques and working in her garden. Stacy Pemberton Office Manager Stacy supports the design team, manages the office accounting, and serves as Sue’s executive assistant. In her spare time, Stacy likes to travel to sunny places with her husband and three children. Katie Unrath Project Designer Katie graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a degree in interior design. Recognizing her talent, Katie was commissioned by the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra to create a sculpture to be set into the community as a fundraiser. She enjoys alternative music, attending concerts and dreams of someday taking a trip around the world. Alona Schmelzer Project Designer Alona graduated from WSU with a BA degree in interior design. She joined Barrett & Company after spending 3 years designing retail stores for a Seattle-based coffee company. Her enthusiasm for design is expressed in everything she does, including time spent entertaining, running, enjoying family events and summer weekends on the lake.