LESLIE

RATE

INTERIOR DESIGNER

NCIDQ Certification: Estimated Completion 11/2025

ABOUT LESLIE

Restaurant and Retail design specialist with 15+ years’ experience managing large-scale renovation and build-out projects for multi-location restaurant and retail brands. Expert at developing brand design standards, overseeing end‑to‑end project delivery, coordinating FF&E procurement, and collaborating across cross-functional teams. Proven ability to translate brand vision into built reality while optimizing operational workflow, ADA compliance, and cost efficiency.

The Melting Pot Restaurants, Inc.

The Melting Pot Restaurants, Inc.

Macy’s Inc.

PHILOSOPHY

I believe great design transforms more than just spaces, it shapes experiences. My approach blends aesthetic storytelling with strategic functionality, creating environments that draw people in, engage their senses, and invite them to stay.

STRENGTHS

Design from Concept to Completion

Schematic Design, Design Development

FF&E Curation, Vendor Sourcing & Procurement

Construction Documents, CAD Protocols

Value Engineering, Budget Oversight, Construction Coordination

Every detail from material selection to spatial flow is intentional - rooted in the brand’s DNA, yet adaptable to meet diverse user needs. My goal is to create spaces that strengthen brand recognition, enhance customer engagement, and stand the test of time.

Authentic, Inspiring, Memorable

Authentic, Inspiring, Memorable