Founders
“We are, uniquely blended, yet strategically different.”
One Line is a ‘Women-Owned Business’ partnership focused on using our combined 35+ years of interior design and industry experience to create beautiful, functional, and profitable spaces for our clients. As professionally licensed Interior Designers, our services span the hospitality, luxury multi-family developments, and restaurants.
Susan LaFleur
Co-Founder
Susan, who was raised in the Midwest and educated in Philadelphia, has developed a unique design aesthetic that seamlessly blends classic elements with luxurious materials, creating spaces that leave a lasting impression. Drawing inspiration from the worlds of fashion, art, and a vibrant color palette, she has honed her ability to blend these influences seamlessly into our projects. Leading the team with creativity and passion as the Design Director, Susan is not only dedicated to her craft but also finds inspiration in her two boys and her love for travel. By infusing her designs with these personal experiences, she masterfully scripts unique perspectives shaped by her adventures and family life.
She deeply values the clients we work with, embracing their visions and dreams to create spaces that reflect their unique styles. Her commitment to building strong client relationships ensures that each project not only embodies our distinct aesthetic but also resonates with the individuals who inhabit the spaces designed by One Line.
Karrie Drinkhahn
Co-Founder
Karrie was raised and educated in Michigan, where influences from modern masters and a passion for form and function were born. Juxtaposed with her hobby of finding unique art and antiques, her style fuses a balance of vintage and classic modern pieces. With nearly 30 years of experience in design, art consulting, and the hospitality industry, her success is anchored in the leadership skills she has cultivated throughout her career, life experiences, and extensive global travels. Her guiding inspiration is to continuously foster an environment where the 1LD team can thrive personally, professionally, and creatively.
Her project management expertise and keen eye for visualizing spaces offer our clients an authentic, well-rounded experience, with a vibrant approach and meticulous attention to every aesthetic detail. It is this focus & responsibility that truly brings a project to reality energizing her focus on the value of our continued client relationships.
Our Team
Jason Valentin
Senior Project Designer, Associate
Jason, born in Puerto Rico and raised in New York, received a BAS in Interior Design from Seminole State College of Florida. He brings a dynamic balance of attention to detail and a natural ability to design between the lines. His confidence with clients and design sense is delivered down to the final details and is evident on all aspects of the projects. He also had a passion for mentoring and portfolio reviews. Jason’s experience in the multifamily market and values make him an asset to our design team. As our Senior Project Designer and Associate, Jason is responsible for all aspects of the design process. Jason’s involvement in the interior design community shows his dedication, formerly as the Chair of Design Mix and Director of Communications of the IIDA South Florida Chapter Board.
Kathy Rice
Senior Project Designer
Kathy, a graduate of Philadelphia University, brings over 14 years of experience in developing a wide range of commercial, hospitality, retail, and entertainment projects. Her skillset in managing project deliverables and leading a team are valuable to the interior design field. Kathy creates dynamic interior spaces through careful planning utilizing her knowledge of architectural design standards. Coupled with her aptitude to coordinate architectural details and construction documents, she brings a diverse skillset to the One Line team. Kathy is a leader, a collaborator and brings a fresh perspective and high standard to the design team.
Alicia Mentzer
Senior Project Designer
Alicia, a graduate of Philadelphia University, comes to the One Line team with over 14 years of industry experience designing innovative multidisciplinary complex projects to senior living, healthcare, corporate and hospitality, as well as science and technology. Some of her projects have been featured in Interior Design Magazine and Environments for Aging Magazine. Her diverse experience in all sectors is a dynamic asset to the team. Additionally, her passion for creating healthy building designs and developing environments that promote wellness is testament to her dedication to the interior design industry. She seeks additional creative outlets through teaching and playing Violin.
Naredeen Mikhaiel
Senior Project Manager
Naredeen was raised in Cairo, Egypt where she graduated with two degrees, one in Economics and the other in Fine Arts which shaped her passion for practicality and style. She has gained a range of expertise in various sectors including healthcare, corporate, and commercial design. Naredeen used her background in economics and means of questioning and analyzing to create dynamic interior spaces that speak to the client’s needs. Naredeen’ s background inspires her aesthetic, as she consistently pays attention to historical and classical elements and mixing them with a modern touch. Naredeen’s technical ability and attention to detail is essential to the design process.
Jennifer Petrosini
Designer
Jennifer, a graduate of Parsons, New York and Boston Architectural College, brings over a decade of experience in the fashion design industry, merchandising and interior design of high-end residential, commercial, and educational sectors. From New York City fashion houses to our Miami design studio, Jennifer carries with her a toolbox of diverse design tools and joins the One Line team passionate about color, biophilic design, and trend forecasting. She shares a fresh perspective for the interior design field.
Morgan Parker
Designer
Morgan was born and raised in South Carolina where she also attended school at Anderson University and obtained her BFA in Interior Design. Outside of work she is a talented photographer, allowing her two worlds to collide as an interior designer and photographer, expressing her keen eye for capturing visual moments. Morgan is inspired by fashion and travel as a catalyst to create unique interior spaces. She joins the One Line team eager to collaborate on projects in the hospitality and multi-family sectors. Along with her interior design skills, Morgan utilizes her photography background to style spaces and inform her design inspiration.
Cecilia Kim
Designer
Cecilia studied Interior Design at the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Sustainability certificate. She aims to design sustainably to positively impact our environment and our bodies. Cecilia looks forward to a holistic approach to preserving our surroundings while maintaining luxury aesthetics. Blending her background in fine arts and the sciences, she is interested in the relationship between our day-to-day settings, the human body, and the physical conditions we enclose ourselves in. After studying abroad in Cortona Italy as a studio assistant for a ceramic’s studio, Cecilia is discovering the connection between the built environment and the arts through charcoal drawing, ceramics and mixed media art.
Trung Ly Ho Designer
Trung was raised in Vietnam and pursued his dream in Fine Art at the University of Georgia with a Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design along with a Certificate in Sustainability. Growing up in different environments allows Trung to become quickly adaptive and thrive on challenging creative projects from residential and corporate to hospitality design. Trung continues to push the boundaries of interior design, crafting spaces that tell a unique story and leave a lasting impression. His design focuses on human well-being and cultural diversity within spaces. Besides Interior Design, you will find Trung hiking through scenic trails, exploring local antique stores, or experiencing local cuisine with friends and family.
Marissa Haskell Designer
Marissa, a graduate from Anderson University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design, joins the One Line team with experience in high-end residential and commercial design. She is passionate about designing with sustainability in mind and she believes design should be immersive and create an experience for those within the space. In her free time, Marissa loves attending music festivals, discovering new music from up-and-coming artists, and spending time with her black lab, Millie.
Kendall Temotio In-House Artist
Kendall brings a creative background to the interior design field, shaped by her education in Fine Arts at East Carolina University and her experience in a wide range of mediums. Her ability to put pen to paper and capture an idea is impeccable, making her an asset to the interior design process as well as adding custom art pieces, including hand painted murals. As our in-house artist, Kendall is an integral part of the custom art development for our project visions, providing custom commissioned pieces fitting of the design. Kendall’s dedication and integrity are marked by her community engagement, partnering weekly with special education and autistic programs to provide inclusive arts initiatives.
Stephanie Stoker Design Intern
Stephanie is a Miami native with a strong Sicilian heritage. She found her calling in interior design, where she gets to skillfully manipulate spaces to evoke specific emotions—a task that brings her immense satisfaction. Her fascination with psychology fuels her passion for understanding human behavior, cognition, and emotions. Interior design allows her to unleash her creativity fully. In her downtime, she often involves cooking alongside her mom and enjoying boating adventures with her dad. Growing up in such a vibrant city has instilled in her a deep love for our planet and a genuine appreciation for diverse cultures.
Devon Wertz Marketing Coordinator
Devon is from Northern Virginia where she graduated from James Madison University with a degree in Creative Advertising and Public Relations. From a young age, she has been passionate about art, fashion, design, and all things creative. In her current role, Devon seamlessly blends her artistic flair with her strong relationship skills, striving for inspiration in her work every day. In her downtime, she loves to paint, travel to new places, and enjoy moments with friends and family.