Sarah Chaignot
Interior Designer, Appleton
"My goal is to bring out the ‘hidden’ creativity in my clients."
Sarah has more than 39 years of experience in the field. Experienced in both commercial and residential projects, she and her work have been featured in the Showcase of Homes and Parade of Homes. Every design project begins with Sarah getting to know the likes and, more importantly, the dislikes of her clients. From there, she is able to begin the process of giving them the perfect look they’ve always dreamed of. Her favorite part of any design project is seeing the transformation in her clients as well as their homes.
She loves to transfer her knowledge and enthusiasm to clients, encouraging them to find beauty in the details. Her hands-on approach is apparent from the project’s beginning to the final accessory being placed. While every design project is different, Sarah believes that everyone is after the same result: a home that is warm, inviting and a true reflection of them.
Jeanette Edwards
Interior Designer, Appleton
"I believe that every client should have joy and comfort in their home. I design with clients to create a space that is functional, peaceful, and beautiful."
Taking a keen sense of inspiration from classic architecture and the design details of older homes, Jeanette Edwards first chose the path toward interior design as she worked to remodel her previous home and began construction on her family home in rural Wisconsin. Inspired by spending time in nature, Jeanette has a deep appreciation for all philosophies of design, especially classic and contemporary.
With a background in real estate and home staging, Jeanette recognizes the value of effective communication, developing positive relationships and encouraging an environment of creative excellence. Her approach to working with her clients stems from her ability to curate a uniquely personal style, incorporating a client’s ideas through a “back and forth” dialog maintained throughout the design process. Jeanette excels at tapping into the creative potential of her clients.
Mckenna Erickson
Interior Designer, Appleton
"When I design, I want to try to bring my client’s ideas to fruition – to make them real. That’s what I enjoy about designing – making other people’s ideas a reality."
Mckenna Erickson designs spaces that reflect the unique perspectives of her clients and the appeal of the natural world. She is constantly inspired by her many antiquing trips, hiking outside and the rustic farms and homesteads of the Wisconsin landscape. Mckenna begins every project by first meeting with her potential clients to learn more about their personal style and interests. It is always her goal to create a design that incorporates the personal pieces that mean the most to her clients.
Mckenna has a background in both residential and commercial design and is well versed in the broad spectrum of design needs to communicate the desires and vision of a client’s home from start to finish.
Alicia Santaga
Interior Designer, Green Bay
"My design style is an ideal blend of style and comfort, and my greatest inspiration comes from the things that matter most to my clients. I love honing in on the items and the elements that help them to express their true selves. Telling an authentic story that celebrates my clients through design is always my goal."
Alicia Santaga possesses a high degree of originality and creativity, generating fresh ideas and offering creative problem solving. Every new project is an opportunity for her to be inspired by the clients she serves.
As a certified interior designer and a trusted member of the August Haven team, Alicia makes decisions based on sound logic, realistic solutions, and an intuitive sense of style. With an eye on quality, Alicia works with a diverse selection of furniture and products that perform and satisfy her client’s requirements.
Time conscious, results oriented and welcoming, each project begins with a conversation and an opportunity for Alicia to learn more about the goals and individual character of her clients. Authenticity and a space that remains faithful to the heart of the homeowner is the ultimate intention in everything Alicia creates.