EL Questionnaire 2016

 

Name: Colleen Barrett 
Company: Sasaki
Concentration: Commercial Interiors
College/University: Suffolk University, NESAD
Year(s) of Graduation: 2006

If you had to describe yourself in three words, they would be...: Perceptive, thoughtful and witty.
Who is a character from a TV show or a book that you’ve always resonated with?: I don't have anything in common with her, but I've always loved Rachel Green from Friends.
If you won a lottery ticket for a million dollars, what would you do with it?: Travel and invest in property.
If you could trade lives with one person for an entire day who would it be and why?: Kate Middleton; I'm fascinated to see what a day in the life of a Princess would be like.
You've been given access to a time machine, where and when would you travel to?: The future; when we have a woman president.
Lesson learned that has benefited you most in your career: I learned early in my career to always ask questions, try new experiences and accept challenges - its the best way to grow.
Why did you choose to become an Interior Designer?: I always loved drawing, coloring and painting as a child and it was something that my parents and teachers encouraged. In high school, my passion transformed into the desire to create spaces and experiences, so interior design was a natural career path.
What is one goal you'd like to accomplish in your lifetime?: I would love to take a trip around the world.