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“Good design transcends style… and true talent lies in extracting the essence of the challenge to create a unique total design solution for each client. If our finished projects all look the same, we have not done our job right!”

Josette, a professional designer for nearly 30 years, started about:space in 2001. She and her family love their charming hometown of El Segundo, and she often collaborates professionally with her husband, Jean-Louis, a talented general contractor (boudreauconstruction.com).

Josette holds a Bachelor’s degree in interior design from ASU, where she focused on interior architecture and fundamental design principles. Fresh from university, Josette first honed her craft at Gensler, where she also learned the business side of design.

Josette is very active at her two daughters’ school. She devotes many hours to volunteer work such as the National Charity League, and proudly supports the Ed! Foundation. Josette is also passionate about fine art. She helped organize the first two summers of the El Segundo Art Walk (ESAW) and continues to offer her space as a venue for this annual community event.

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Christina has been an integral part of about:space for nearly 20 years. Christina earned her Bachelor of Arts in Interior Architecture from Woodbury University and started her career at an architectural firm.

Her early career was focused on commercial spaces, but she now specializes in extensive residential remodels and custom home design. With an eye for design and attention to detail, she guides her clients through all phases of a project, to create unique and thoughtful design solutions.

Shortly after joining about:space, she married her high school sweetheart and put down roots in the South Bay. She and her husband look forward to raising their young son in this wonderful community.

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Celeste has always had a lifelong passion for design, architecture and the arts.

Born and raised in Chicago, Celeste’s independent spirit led her to the creative mecca of Los Angeles. After graduating from Occidental College she embarked on her first entrepreneurial endeavor and opened a vintage clothing boutique back in her hometown. Eventually, reality knocked, and she found herself in the corporate world utilizing her degree in Urban & Environmental Policy working on sustainable development projects for nearly a decade.

However, when Celeste felt pulled back to her creative roots, she made the bold decision to earn a certificate in Interior Design from UCLA. There she was able to grow her network, hone her professional tool kit, and launch her career. She joined about:space with six years of experience as an Interior Designer, loads of industry connections, and a wealth of experience garnered from working alongside some of Hollywood’s most famous designers.

Celeste is a versatile and collaborative interior designer who is always thinking outside the box. She aims to provide her clients with homes and design solutions that are as unique as they are.

When not designing, Celeste might be found planning a weekend getaway in nature with her husband and son, running on the beach, or participating in her toddler’s impromptu backyard Olympics.