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Our People

Our team is deeply passionate about design and we believe that diversity sparks innovation.

The Pophouse team is comprised of people from diverse backgrounds with a broad range of design expertise, including interior, industrial, and environmental graphic designers, materials specialists, strategists, and project managers.

We never stop learning and growing. Our curiosity leads us to continuously challenge and elevate our skills through travel, visiting art venues, coursework, industry events and conferences. We also like to paint in the park, do yoga, bring our dogs to work and have the occasional happy hour in Campus Martius on a sunny summer day.

As avid Detroiters, we are focused on the city’s growth and development through organizations like City Year, Empowerment Plan and Design 139. We participate in Design Core, CREW, IIDA and AIA. We also open our doors to school and community groups, professional organizations and local entrepreneurs to highlight the opportunity for creative careers and celebrate the importance of inclusive design.

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Jennifer Gilbert

Founder and Principal
Why design?

I love knowing that by creating environments with purpose and intention, designers have the ability to positively impact people's lives.

Favorite core value?

Authentic. Everything for me starts and ends with authenticity. Extending beyond design to other areas of my life, authenticity is what I strive for. I am at my absolute best, when staying true to myself as a designer, a business person, a colleague, a mother, a wife and a friend.

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Jennifer Janus

President
Why design?

As a writer, turned creative leader, turned leader of a design studio, I feel incredibly privileged to work in a field where we have the ability to improve the way people work, live, and interact with their environment. For me, design is all about understanding people, solving problems, and leaving a lasting positive impact, one space at a time.

Favorite core value?

Fearless. It's the challenges that push us outside of our comfort zone that help us grow the most. I want to be the best version of myself and encourage our team to do the same. That road requires a fearless mindset. It's those times when I feel my heart racing and get butterflies that I know I am headed in the right direction.

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Anna Okerhjelm

Assoc. IIDA, LEED Green Assoc.Studio Director
Why design?

As designers, the environments we create matter immensely—they shape who we are, how we feel, and how we interact with others. The opportunity to curate space that is strategic, inclusive, and human-centric is a huge responsibility and one I have always been passionate about. Design has always been a part of who I am and how I approach the world around me—the chance to change for the better.

Favorite core value?

Purposeful. Always leading with why, crafting a thoughtful narrative to guide the design and strategy, and building meaningful relationships along the way speaks to who we are and why we value design and our clients. This core value sets the foundation for all we do at Pophouse.

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Chrissy Fehan

Creative Director
Why design?

Design is the perfect intersection of my love of art and the desire to positively impact people’s lives. Being able to work with such a talented team to create products/spaces that embody form and function is what I love most.

Favorite core value?

Curious. One of the things that excites me most about our team is how we approach design solutions and obstacles purposely but with a bit of intrigue. Having curiosity as a core value allows us to take a fresh approach to problem-solving. I am a firm believer that curiosity didn't, in fact, kill the cat.

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Nicholas Bruno

Finance Director
Why design?

The people are what initially drew me to Pophouse. I enjoy the passion and creativity of our team not only within client work but in their personal lives as well.

What is your work philosophy?

Good things in life come to those who put in hard work

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Sarah Davis

Director of Strategy
Why design?

Design is about the physical but it is also about deeply understanding the purpose and for me, being able to delve into the intent of a space. The ability to use insights to design more meaningfully and craft a thoughtful experience is truly a passion that I am so grateful to be able to focus on.

Favorite core value?

Curious. The importance of continually looking for better ways while passionately pursuing opportunities speaks so deeply to me personally while also critical to being thought leaders and cultivating innovation.

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Lee Goetgeluck

Design Director
Why design?

The human-centricity of design. Through collaboration and communication, design helps people understand, navigate, and be inspired in the world.

Favorite core value?

Fearless. Innovation takes a level of bravery and this value supports and encourages us as designers to challenge ourselves and bring new and unconventional solutions to our clients.

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Jordan Wills

Account Director
Why design?

I have always been drawn to the industry—drawing plans and sketching renderings for my dream house as a kid, looking for a career that would fuse both my love for art and logic as a teenager and being continually inspired by the dramatic effects of the built environment on the quality of life for those who occupy it as an adult.

Favorite core value?

Authentic. Empathy is fundamental in building healthy personal relationships and physical spaces.

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Lauren Minch

NCIDQSenior Interior Designer
Why design?

I love the combination of art and science to solve the evolving issues of user experience, universal design and sustainability. My favorite part of interior design is creating unique designs for every client, by analyzing the context of space, social engagement, and human behavior.

Favorite project?

Chase Tower Refresh. This project reflects a community of space that supports the holistic well-being of its diverse team members through ample amenity space, integrated technology, and functionality while providing a sense of belonging and familiarity.

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Anthony Morasso

Project Coordinator
Why design?

I didn't choose design, design chose me. What drew me to Pophouse was the fact that we have the ability to affect so many people's day to day through our work and interactions. Having the power to improve our clients’ lives through a thoughtfully designed environment is a powerful thing.

Favorite core value?

Authentic. It's the value that precedes the rest-- being genuine, humbly confident, and trustworthy creates the solid foundation needed to build purposeful relationships.

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Monica Pace

NCIDQ, LEED AP ID+CSenior Interior Designer
Why design?

Because we, as designers, have the ability to create unique physical environments conceived largely by information, inspiration and imagination. Seeing a space come to fruition after months or years of planning is an incredibly rewarding experience.

Favorite core value?

Fearless. It's an important reminder to constantly push outside of your comfort zone and to not be afraid to fail. Even a failure is worthy of the educational experience gained.

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Pam Janisse

Senior Interior Designer
Why design?

I am obsessed with the way space can impact life. Experiences with the built environment can shift your perspective and transform your day, hopefully for the better. We are able to elevate everyday moments and reach people through thoughtful planning long after a project has ended.

What is your work philosophy?

A design can be beautiful but unless the client is happy, it isn’t complete. Design gives us the ability to shape daily interactions and mood, if space doesn’t function or mean something for the end-user, I’ve missed the mark.

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Adam Franzel

MA3D Interior Designer
Why design?

To bring people together and encourage new thoughts and interactions.

What is your work philosophy?

I aim to explore the fringes of architecture and design by experimenting with process, materials, and tools.

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Leticia Ferreira

Executive Assistant
Favorite core value and why?

Fearless because when we push ourselves out of our comfort zones we can reach new levels of success.

What is your work philosophy?

We can always be 1% better.

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Nicole Pelton

Senior Furniture Specialist
Why design?

Design allows me to utilize both my analytical and creative sides, while helping improve the lives of others by solving real-world problems.

Favorite core value?

Curious. Successful design solutions require challenging the status quo, along with an element of adventure, inspiration, and inquisitiveness. When facing a design challenge, it's important to ask questions and never to assume that something is "right" just because it's been done a certain way in the past.

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Makyle Welke

Designer
Why design?

To have a positive impact on the way people experience spaces.

What is your work philosophy?

Work smarter not harder.

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Colleen Hosler

NCIDQProject Manager
Why design?

Design can profoundly impact people's everyday lives. Crafted spaces that blend thought of function through form, material, and reason is what emotionally connects people and places.

What is your work philosophy?

Do good. Work hard. Be nice.

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Abby Kieltyka

Senior Purchasing Specialist
Why design?

I have always been creative and appreciated architecture and design, but I really fell in love with the process and business side of interior design after pursuing an interior design degree and working in the field for several years. I found my niche in purchasing, but still get to be around the creative process and contribute to beautiful projects, so it's the best of both worlds.

What is your work philosophy?

Embracing the challenge of finding a solution when we run into an issue on a project. I enjoy the rush of multi-tasking to meet deadlines and ensuring everything is accurate which requires great attention to detail.

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Waseem Alqaifi

Senior Accountant
Why design?

As my line of work is needed in every industry, I didn't necessarily choose design although it is a perk. I was initially drawn to Pophouse for the people and culture.

What is your work philosophy?

Helping everyone around me achieve a common goal that leads to success.

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Brandon Bartel

Senior Environmental Graphic Designer
Why design?

From an early age I have always had a strong connection and passion for art and design. As a professional, I enjoy the challenge of working through large scale projects and creating memorable art pieces for clients that transform their space and impact the culture and team members

What is your work philosophy?

Holding oneself to high standards, seeing all details through to the end, and being open to feedback. I enjoy the challenge of the entire design process: Creating a narrative with my client, understanding the ‘why’; developing the idea from sketch to installation. Creating meaningful installations that inspire team members is extremely rewarding.

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Sydney Rieck

Associate Interior Designer
Why design?

Design allows me to tie my creative ability and close attention to detail together and work the two into something purposeful and functional that leaves a lasting impact.

What is your work philosophy?

Sweat the small stuff. The details are just as important as the bigger picture!

Careers

If you are curious, purposeful, authentic, and fearless about your love of design, this is the place for you.

To apply for one of the available positions, please submit your application to careers@pophouse.design

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