The Designers
Encore 2008 Event Design
James Verity Design
James Verity started his Interior Design business in 1988, with a focus on custom textile products . After several years in residential and commercial design, James applied his talent to the Special Event Industry as an Event Designer. James' design projects have ranged from intimate receptions to multi-national corporate galas. In addition to his event design, James founded Beau Nappe, an upscale linen rental company in 1996. Beau Nappe designs and fabricates a multitude of textile products for rental, or custom, including table linens, napkins, chair covers and event drapery. Beau Nappe's products and services are available at http://www.beaunappe.com/.
In a civic capacity, James Verity currently serves on the Board of Directors of three non-profit organizations; President of the Board of Directors of the International Special Event Society of Rhode Island, Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Elmwood Foundation and President-Elect of the Board of Directors of ProVisions United.
The Designers
Ed Wojcik Architect Ltd's mission is to provide quality architectural and interior design services to a diverse group of clients while being socially responsible to the greater community. Our talented team of professionals listens, reacts and delivers. By working together in a collaborative environment, we share our strengths to satisfy our clients' needs. Affordable housing units, school, college & university projects as well as banks, funeral homes, corporate offices, research laboratories and private residences round out our portfolio.
When it comes to planning an event, you want someone who understands your needs and goals. Guy Abelson uses his over 30 years of experience in interior design, restaurants and catering to bring a unique style and impeccable organizational skills to your event. Patient, great negotiator, artistic, knowledge of protocol and the ability to soothe jangled nerves are just a few words that describe Guy.
Guy listens carefully and then guides you in making qualified, educated decisions. That this is your event is understood. Although you may need creative ideas and suggestions, your vision remains paramount.
Item Group is a full service product design and development enterprise consisting of three stand alone entities, Item New Product Development, Innovation ChainTM Partners, and Ximedica. We offer expertise in research and strategic planning, industrial and graphic design, mechanical, electrical and manufacturing engineering and off-shore sourcing, assembly and packaging. Item NPD is focused on developing products for leading brands across a wide range of consumer and industrial categories. ICP works directly with leading national retailers to develop innovative consumer products for private brands. Ximedica is Item's ISO certified medical division that specializes in the design and manufacturing of high tech capital equipment and disposables.
With an 80,000 square foot campus headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island and an additional office in Hong Kong, Item Group employs over 100 talented designers, engineers and strategists and is one of the largest and most established product development companies in the US. A snapshot of client companies include: Boston Scientific, Discovery Channel, Gerber, Unilever, Johnson & Johnson, Dentek, Sperian, Thule, and Black and Decker.
Since our founding by Judd Brown and Steve McMahon in 1983, Judd Brown Designs has successfully completed an impressive array of design projects for the hospitality industry. Our staff of more than 25 design professionals has created a multitude of award-winning interior and exterior concepts throughout the world. Together with our sister-architectural-firm, Jefferson Group Architects, Judd Brown Designs continues to provide highly creative and complete design solutions for the nation's restaurants, spas and hotels.
William Kite Architects is a group of professionals dedicated to improving the built environment by producing the highest quality spaces and buildings. The organization is committed to creating buildings that relate and speak to the people who use them. Kite Architects is nationally recognized for its skill in providing innovative and contextually appropriate solutions to complex design challenges.
Creating spaces since 1996, Kyla Coburn Design began in New York City as a successful retail business and has grown beyond the storefront to a fully mobile design company. KCD has a focus on commercial interiors- primarily restaurants, night clubs and lounges. KCD also designs residences, retail businesses, hotels, theatre sets, websites and all types of graphic and print media.
Studio Hill is a small design firm specializing in interior design, theatrical set design, and event design. Interior design projects include private residences and offices throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Set design projects include "Sin, A Cardinal Deposed" and "Top Girls" both at the Sandra Feinstein Gamm Theatre in Pawtucket; "The French Revolution Part Deux" at Perishable Theater in Providence and numerous productions for Dean College. Event design services include fundraisers and private parties.
Jessica Hill started Studio Hill in January 2006 after nearly ten years of working for local award-winning design and architecture firms. With a bachelors degree in Interior Architecture from Rhode Island School of Design, Jessica has a firm grasp on the design process, from concept to completion, while being mindful of clients' practical needs and budget considerations.
Headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, Studio1011 is a comprehensive design and corporate event management firm with expertise in a variety of industries including healthcare, automotive, energy, telecom and technology. Studio1011 offers clients a broad range of capabilities and a unique approach to maximize impact, clarity and resonance of brand identity. Studio1011 Solutions include: Exhibit Solutions, Web Solutions, Interactive Solutions, Multimedia Solutions and Branding Solutions.
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