THE COLLABORATIVE DESIGN STUDIO - Key Persons


Aditi Sehgal

Job Titles:
  • Interior Designer
Aditi has always had a passion for working in the design field. Her main focus at the Collaborative Design Studio is preparing construction documentation for multi-family projects. Aditi has strong technical skills and believes in the union of form and functionality when space planning.

Annie Collins

Job Titles:
  • Procurement Manager
Annie does a little bit of everything, but primarily facilitates the procurement for all of our Custom and Display Homes furnishings. She brings her love of design (both fashion and interiors) to the studio, and keeps everyone on track with her efficiency and attention to detail.

Donna Russell

Job Titles:
  • Principal Owner Designer
Donna has been in the Interior Design field for over 25 years. Her relationships and work ethic have gained her a name in the industry for quality of work and transparency. Donna believes that if you build a skilled team around you, it will only make you stronger as an individual.

Hilary Stoddard

Job Titles:
  • Design Director
Hilary leads and coordinates the Interior Design and Furnishing teams with The Collaborative Design Studio. She has over 15 years experience in the design and architectural field with specialization in multi families, commercial and hospitality.

Jordan McLeod

Job Titles:
  • Interior Designer
Jordan has been with Donna's team since 2015. She leads and coordinates Single Family and Multi Family projects. Jordan's work ethic, customer service and management experience has gained her the reputation of being the "nuts and bolts" of our studio.

Julie Gaudet

Job Titles:
  • Senior Interior Designer
Julie leads and coordinates multi-family projects with CDS. She enjoys focusing on the more technical aspects of design, and loves space planning the most. She prides herself on her excellent communication and organizational skills that help keep projects on track. She has a number of years of experience in commercial design, and a background in fine arts.

Kendra Clayton

Job Titles:
  • Junior Interior Designer
Kendra is the CDS's newest employee. With a keen eye for design and the quick brain of a 20 year old, she aids the staff in quickly and precisely executed drawing and specification packages, as well as furnishing installations.

Luba Mochev

Job Titles:
  • Interior Designer
Luba brings a wide variety of skills to the Collaborative Design Studio. Along with her Interior Design education, she has experience in office administration, customer service and is also a Registered Nutritionist. Luba has a great eye for detail and enjoys helping clients make their vision into a reality.

Shelley Briglio

Job Titles:
  • Administrative Manager
  • Controller
Shelley oversees the day to day operations of the studio, and has since 2005. Her attention to detail and organization has allowed Donna to flourish and expand in the creative field. Her role and organization is very important when completing the design of our projects and display home installations.

Yvonne Hebein

Job Titles:
  • Accountant
Yvonne has been with CDS since the beginning. She is our behind-the-scenes Bean Counter and an intricate part of the Company.