Michelle’s initial career path was in the entertainment industry. While attending college in California, she worked part-time at an advertising firm. She later secured a position with Paramount Studios and was eventually lured away from her studies to take on a full-time role at the studio in various positions in production and special event planning. Occasional requests for her to decorate and create atmosphere for press parties for the sets at Bel Air estates, led to a serendipitous career in design consulting.

Through these periodic assignments and word-of-mouth, people began to contact Michelle for her expertise and natural artistic talent. She often met their expectations by simply replacing or altering key pieces without having to use a huge budget or large outside design firm. As Michelle’s passion for design grew, she began attending industry seminars and events, which led to the expansion of her own library and collection of other professional design and decorating tools and accessories. She had her first taste of public and professional recognition when her first home was featured in "In Touch Magazine."

A native of Florida’s Gulf Coast, Michelle resides in Brooklyn, N.Y. with her husband, a restaurateur, and their two young sons. In addition to spending time with her family, she enjoys traveling, exploring new cultures, volunteering, and having her feet in the sand whenever possible.

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