Commercial
Deborah Van Plew · Associate IIDA
Recognized in the industry for both her residential and commercial designs, Deborah’s talent has been a tremendous asset for J Banks Design Group for the last eight years. Deborah’s love for uncovering new sources allows her to bring a fresh design approach to each of her projects. Cutting-edge yet comfortable, Deborah’s interiors are always tasteful interpretations of what’s current in design. Whether it’s creating a luxurious residential atmosphere or an awe-inspiring commercial space, Deborah’s designs are wholly original and effortlessly livable.
Education
Purdue University · West Lafayette, IN
Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design · Concentration in Commercial Design
Project Highlights
Project Designer – Numerous residences throughout the country
Project Designer – The Studio Homes at Ellis Square · Savannah, GA
Project Designer – Hilton Oceanfront Resort · HH Prime Restaurant, Palmetto Café, and XO Wine and Champagne Bar · Hilton Head Island, SC
Project Designer – Sea Pines Resort · Welcome Center and Topside at the Quarterdeck Restaurant · Hilton Head Island, SC
Project Designer – Spice Restaurant · Hilton Head Island, SC
Professional Enhancements and Accolades
ASID Carolinas Chapter 2009 Design Competition - Honorable Mention for Best Multiple Unit Project - Studio Home of Ellis Square, Savannah, GA
Member of the design team awarded 2009 Atlanta Decorative Arts Center and Veranda Magazine’s Southeastern Designer of the Year Award
Member of design team awarded ASID Carolinas Chapter 2008 Design Competition · Merit Award for HH Prime, Hilton Head Island, SC
Member of design team awarded ASID Carolinas Chapter 2008 Design Competition · Honor Award for XO Lounge, Hilton Head Island, SC
Member of design team awarded ASID Carolinas Chapter 2007 Design Competition · Honor Award for Spice Restaurant, Hilton Head Island, SC
2006 ASID/Southern Living National Residential Design Finalist - Kitchen Category
Featured in March 2009 Southern Living Magazine · Mirrors Make the Space
Annual attendance at HD Boutique · Miami, FL
Annual attendance at HD Expo · Las Vegas, NV
Attendance at Abitare il Tempo International Exhibition of Interior Design and Décor · Verona, Italy
Philanthropic Involvement
Team Member · American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life
