Design Philosophy | About Me
I believe design holds the power to shape culture, behavior, and long-term value when approached with care, intention, and responsibility. My design approach is grounded in the idea that great spaces are not simply created; they are guided into existence through listening, clear design vision, and thoughtful stewardship at every stage of the process.
With 15 years of interior design experience across workplace, sports venues, and community-focused projects, I am driven to achieve design excellence on every project I lead. I guide teams by connecting people, purpose, and place, viewing each project as a system of relationships—between client goals and user needs, architecture and interior experience, creativity and constructability. My role is to hold that complexity, distill it into a clear design narrative, and lead teams toward solutions that are both elegant and enduring.
I prioritize design that is human-centered, adaptable, and rooted in longevity rather than trend. From early client engagement through construction and final detailing, I am deeply involved in shaping not only the outcome, but the process itself—ensuring that design intent is protected, elevated, and executed with rigor. I believe that leadership in design means setting a high bar, mentoring teams to reach it, and creating the conditions for collaborative excellence.
At its best, design creates belonging and connection. My work is driven by a commitment to creating environments people are drawn to—spaces that support how we work, gather, and grow—while quietly standing the test of time.
Project Experience
Department of Natural Resources Headquarters
Project Anticipated Completion: 2029
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COMCARE Community Crisis Center
Project Anticipated Completion: 2026
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JE Dunn Headquarters Headquarters
Project Completion: 2025
Serving as Project Lead and primary client contact, I led the design and delivery of JE Dunn’s headquarters renovation, shaping the overall vision, narrative, and workplace strategy. My role included shaping the project from the very beginning stages, through completion, including space planning, floor plan and rendering development, furniture selection, and guiding the project from concept through construction to ensure the design intent was carried through every detail. The comprehensive renovation balanced respect for the existing architecture with a hospitality-focused, timeless design approach, introducing new amenities, enhanced collaboration spaces, and a reimagined lobby, work café, and indoor–outdoor gathering areas to strengthen connection and culture. The project leveraged existing structural elements and adaptable systems while prioritizing sustainable strategies, including extensive material reuse, furniture refurbishment, and energy-efficient upgrades.
Waypoint Mutual Headquarters
Project Completion: 2025
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NAIC Headquarters
Project Completion: 2024
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T-Mobile Center Administration Offices
Project Completion: 2024
Columbus Crew MLS Stadium
Project Completed: 2021
MGP Headquarters
Project Completion: 2025
Northwestern University Ryan Field Stadium
Project Anticipated Completion: 2026
University of Illinois Ubben Basketball Complex
Project Completed: 2021
University of Michigan - Schembechler Hall Football Performance Center
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ASU East Sideline Club
Project Completion: 202
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ASU East Sideline Club
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University of Illinois Ubben Basketball Complex
Project Completed: 2021
Tampa International Airport
Project Completion: 202
University of Michigan - Schembechler Hall Football Performance Center
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Marshall University Hall of Fame
Project Completion: 202
Denver Nuggets Locker Room Renovation
Project Completion: 202
Professional Experience
Helix Architecture + Design 2022-present | Workplace Market Leader Senior Interior designer |
HNTB 2016-2022 | Senior Interior Designer |
Dimensional Innovations 2012-2016 | Project Designer |
Black & Veatch 2011-2012 | Designer |
Education
University of Central Missouri | Bachelor of Fine Arts Interior Design | May 2011 |
Professional Development
CREW Kansas City Member | 2024-2026 |
IIDA Member | 2012-2022 |
Tools + Software
Revit | AutoCAD |
Sketchup | Enscape |
Lumion | Bluebeam |
InDesign | Photoshop |
Illustrator | Hand Sketching |
Contact
I look forward to connecting — my contact information is provided below.
Tel: 816.269.0727
Email: jess.schuepbach@gmail.com
