your ODA studio team
Michelle O’Toole, IIDA, LEED AP, NCIDQ
founding principal
Philosophy: Making space work by putting the needs of the client first
Inspiration: People who put others first
Design edge: Design that looks effortless, functional and clear
Super power: Ability to listen to clients and create solutions
Favorite hobbies: Spending time with family and devouring a good book
School: Bachelor of Science, Interior Design — University of Missouri, Columbia
Certifications & memberships: Registered Interior Designer | Missouri, LEED AP, NCIDQ certified, IIDA Professional Member
Board Memberships: Board Member Brown Sister Foundation, Facility Member The Magic House St. Louis Children’s Museum, Women’s Advisory Board Member Reliance Bank
“Attitude isn’t just a little thing, it’s everything.”
Debbie Stamer
president, director of design
Philosophy: Design is in the details
Experience: 25+ years implementing projects of all sizes, for all types of workplaces and commercial buildings
Crowning moment: Designing the Baltimore Ravens training and admin facility
Secret weapon: Cool and calm personality which clients love
Favorite part of the job: Developing a relationship with the client and coming up with solutions unique to their needs
School: Bachelor of Science, Interior Design — University of Illinois
Certifications & memberships: Buildings and Barriers-Free Certification
“Life isn’t about the destination, but the journey that gets us there.”
Kim Johnson
senior interior designer II
Philosophy: To create a workplace that encourages energy and creativity, a place where people do their best work
Experience: 25+ years designing projects of all sizes, from complete design services and construction management for multi-million dollar facilities, to selecting simple paint colors!
Crowning moment: Project Designer for World Wide Technology’s 200,000 square foot headquarters in St. Louis and multiple global office locations
Work ethic: Develop client relationships based on respect, trust, and confidence
Secret weapon: Faith, hope, and courage
School: Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interior Design University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
Awards: 2014 Illumination Award of Merit / IES St. Louis Section
Kate Bechard
senior interior designer II
Philosophy: Less is More
Experience:15+ years of designing a wide variety of projects of all sizes.
Crowning Moment:Becoming the Jr. Designer for World Wide Technology’s St. Louis Headquarters.
Secret Weapon:Listening and Communication. Understanding the needs and wants of my client’s and translating them into design solutions.
Fun Hobbies:Cooking classes, and being with friends and family
School: Bachelor of Science, Interior Design, with a Minor in Construction Management -Missouri State University
Professional Certifications: Registered Interior Designer | Missouri, NCIDQ certified.
Favorite part of the job: Creating long lasting relationships with clients and finding solutions to fit their needs.
Tech Powers: Adobe Suite, Revit, AutoCAD
“The time is always right to do what is right.” —Martin Luther King, Jr
Alysa Paladino
senior interior designer
Philosophy: The smallest ideas can make the biggest impact
Inspiration: Encouraging others by showing gratitude and appreciation
Favorite Hobbies: Cooking homemade food with fresh ingredients
Favorite Part of the Job: Being able to interact with new people every day that share the same passion for design
Work Ethic: I am focused and passionate, with the ability to see beyond the surface.
Tech Powers: 3D Renderings, Photoshop, Revit, Auto-Cad
School: Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interior Design – Maryville University
Audrey Bridger
interior designer
Philosophy: “The secret of joy is Christ in me-not me in a different set of circumstances.” -Elizabeth Elliot
Crowning Moment: Marrying my best friend September 1st, 2024.
Fun Hobbies: Watching movies, finding new coffee shops and local restaurants, spending quality time with friends and family, traveling, singing, and baking anything with sugar in it.
Favorite part of the job: Witnessing the creativity we possess come to life, resulting in beautiful spaces.
Tech Powers: Revit, Enscape, Photoshop, CAD.
School: Bachelor of Architectural Studies with an emphasis in Interior Design University of Missouri – Columbia.
Diane Drury
office administrator
Philosophy: Do the best you can do whatever you do.
Experience: Many years in administration/office management for various companies.
Crowning Moment: Having my photo taken with Willie Nelson.
Superpower: Listening.
Fun Hobbies: Swing dancing and feeding the birds.
Favorite Part of Job: The wonderful people I work with.
Work Ethic: Get it done and still have fun.
Careers
At ODA studio, we strive to consistently produce exceptional work for our clientele. While our client’s needs are front-of-mind, we believe our biggest asset is our people. Here at ODA studio, we maintain a collaborative work environment with a positive creative energy enabling our designers to excel.
Send your resume and samples of work to info@odastudiostl.com