AP+I Design determines the specific composition of the project team, matching the client's requirements with the appropriate skill set. The office's open workspace provides for spontaneity, free exchange of information and collaboration. In turn, the client gets innovative solutions that meet current needs and also anticipates future changes. The entire team of AP+I has mastered the art of translating a client's needs into a design that is functional, creative and dynamic.

Project managers guide their clients through every step of the design process from conception to construction. In addition, they provide the focal point in communication among contractors, consultants and the client.

AIMEE WARD   Aimee's high level of organization and knack for fine detail is how she found her passion for the production side of interior architectural design. She came to AP+I with experience in a variety of commercial project types ranging in size and design. She enjoys projects that encompass sustainable design, which led her to achieve her certification as a LEED Accredited Professional. When not in high production mode, she enjoys spending time hiking and camping with her family and two dogs, reading and running.

ALFONSO SOCIAS  His approach to commercial interior design is flexibility. He believes in complementing the client's needs and objectives with nuances of aesthetic minimalism in a neutral pallet. Alfonso uses furnishings and accessories to infuse a space with color. He draws his inspiration from 50's and 60's design; 50's for the rectilinear shapes and 60's for the curvilinear lines. Currently, he is lending his project management and design skills to the renovation of a venture capital interior. When Alfonso isn't keeping everyone on their toes with his quirky sense of humor, he spends his free time designing and building furniture and playing with his daughter.

CAROL SANDMAN  As founder, Carol provides the firm's management, business development, design philosophy and overall project management of corporate projects. She has over 28 years experience in the planning, design and management of interior architectural projects. Carol's primary concern is to deliver value-added design solutions coupled with a positive project management experience. Carol, her husband, Peter, and twins Gage and Ally, enjoy spending time in and around Los Gatos where they live. In her off time, Carol loves to take beach and spa vacations (actually, traveling as much as possible), being with family and reading, which there's never enough time for!

CASSIE SAMEL  Cassie's great love of the outdoors, international travel and immersing herself in different cultures provides the foundation and inspirations to her approach for interior design. As a junior designer, she enjoys blending functionality, green products, and a client's specific requirements to make a space both functional and unique. She has also achieved her certification as a LEED Accredited Professional.

CINDY MALLAY   Cindy has over 25 years of experience in commercial interior architectural design, combined with 6 years of facilities and real estate development for high tech firms in the bay area. As a project manager for AP+I, her goal is to meet the clients expectations while having fun along the way. She particularly enjoys the construction part of a project. This is where problem solving in the field combines with the vision of the design team, client and contractor and they all merge to create the final product. She and her husband, Ron, recently moved back to the bay area from Fort Lauderdale, FL. Her love of the ocean, fish and warm sand took her to FL for eight years. While there, she provided design consulting services and also worked for non-profit organizations with services to wild animals and later assisting seniors on low fixed incomes. Her passion is to ensure that our oceans' coral reefs and the animals within flourish world wide. In her spare time she loves to travel, cook, make jewelry and swim with the fishes.

ERICK PAUL  Erick graduated from Ohio University with a degree in interior architecture. During college Erick studied architecture and design in Japan, China and Hong Kong for six weeks. Erick has a background in AutoCAD, FormZ, Photoshop and Illustrator. In his free time he enjoys traveling, photography, sports, working out, the outdoors, and meeting interesting people. His greatest architectural influences come from nature and extensive foreign travel. He recently finished classes to become a LEED accredited professional. His ultimate goal is to become a licensed architect.

JEFF BALEIX   Jeff has a strong technical background, is a State of California Licensed Architect and a graduate of the School of Architecture and Environmental Design at California Polytechnic State University. Jeff is responsible for the design and project management of architectural projects of all sizes. He has 30 years practical experience in the field of commercial architecture projects for developers, property owners, property managers, and corporations throughout the Silicon Valley. He has extensive experience in the design of corporate interiors, building exterior and site renovations, retail and restaurant establishments, as well as banking and securities offices, airline facilities, medical outpatient facilities, and manufacturing facilities. Jeff has also provided professional consulting services for accessibility compliance assessment, roofing and waterproofing, seismic retrofit and structural restoration. Jeff is an active member of the Santa Clara Valley Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and is a LEED Accredited Professional. Jeff enjoys collaborative design, community development, sustainable living, cycling, gardening, guitar, art, woodworking, softball, kayaking and frisbee.

JENNY MORSE  As a principal of the firm, Jenny is responsible for the firm's management procedures, business development, design philosophy and overall management of project work. She has nearly 30 years of planning, design and management experience of interior architectural projects. One of Jenny's favorite parts of AP+I is the people. She flourishes in a creative and cooperative environment and says there is no lack of either here at AP+I. The positive team of designers and architects translates to their clients' projects. Jenny brings an abundance of wonderful life experiences to her fellow colleagues. When she isn't busy working she's gardening or vacationing at her home in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

JERUSA SHIMIZU-LAGUANA  As a junior interior designer, Jerusa believes architecture should be functional, creative, and fun. She favors commercial architecture over residential because more people can use it, interact with it, and enjoy it. She finds inspiration in fashion and expresses her creativity through her unique sense of everyday style. She enjoys museums; her favorite being San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.

JOHNNY KWOCK Johnny worked as an intern in Hong Kong before joining AP+I Design as a student intern. Currently as a junior designer, Johnny brings his enhanced computer techniques into the office, such as Photoshop rendering and 3D modeling. Johnny loves to use his skills to create virtual environments for projects. In his spare time, Johnny enjoys playing basketball with friends.

KRISTA HUMMEL  Krista Hummel joined AP+I with 9 years experience in the design and architecture field. Her background consists of commercial and residential work including healthcare, multi-family and custom home projects. Krista has a BA in Interior Architecture, is a LEED Accredited Professional and enjoys playing multiple roles in design and construction administration. In her spare time, she lives for running, boating, snowboarding and spending time with her husband, daughter and step-daughter.

KURT KRUEGER  Kurt enjoys exploring new design projects and opportunities. As an interior designer, Kurt is responsible for design, programming, space planning, construction documentation and coordination of interior architectural design projects as well as maintaining office CADD standards. He brings an excellence in computer skills to the firm and enjoys the challenge of creating construction documents and working with computer drafting software. In his spare time, Kurt is an accomplished race car driver and his fantasy design project is to create a Formula One racing circuit in Europe.

LARRY GRONDAHL  As a principal of the firm and AP+I's senior architect, Larry is responsible for overseeing quality control and code compliance for all architectural projects, as well as managing the project management staff. His strengths include design and planning of architectural interiors and extensive knowledge of building codes and ADA requirements. His experience ranges from corporate headquarters to medical outpatient facilities and includes working with multiple well-known Silicon Valley tech companies. Larry likes the open atmosphere he shares with his colleagues and the give-and-take discussions around design concepts and new ideas. Larry brings an in-depth knowledge of computer and construction expertise to the firm. In his spare time, he plays jazz guitar, attends jazz concerts, follows the Giants, gardens and hikes.

LAURA VAVRUNEK  As an interior designer/project manager, Laura is responsible for design and project management for interior architectural projects. She enjoys working with clients to develop environments that blend innovation with function. With over 15 years of experience in mechanical engineering, project management and creative design, Laura is able to optimize solutions for projects from conception to completion. An accomplished watercolor artist, Laura paints on location in a variety of international destinations. She avidly cycles and participates in Century rides around the Bay Area. She is also a gardening aficionado cultivating a vast heirloom tomato garden.

LORI KRIKORIAN  Lori is AP+I’s resident librarian. She is key to establishing and maintaining a strong relationship with the industry vendors and associates. Lori is focused on renovating an already user friendly library for our design team thereby assuring that our designers and project managers have access to the most current styles, trends, and industry standards. She is a Bay Area native and enjoys spending time outdoors with family and
friends.

LYDIA FOX  Lydia holds a B.A. in biology from San Jose State University and an Interior Design Certificate from West Valley College. Her previous career was managing outdoor environmental science centers where she taught children and their families about the planet and its inhabitants. Her experience has sensitized her to how people interact and function within their environments. As a result, Lydia's perspective on design includes areas such as green design, needs of the aging workforce, maneuverability and usability. She supports the AP+I team with design and finish selection, CADD, field verification, and compliance with ADA standards. In her spare time she likes to read and to cook with unusual ingredients.

MICHELE BUCHOLTZ Michele joined AP+I with over 15 years of professional experience as an Interior Designer/Project Manager in the Design and Architectural field. Her abundance of diverse experience in commercial, high-end residential and Healthcare design makes her a valuable and creative member of our team. In her free time, Michele enjoys spending time with her dogs and chickens, gardening, reading and repurposing vintage handbags.

SHELLEY O'TOOLE  Shelley comes to AP+I Design with over 12 years of experience in the design and architecture field, playing roles of both designer and project manager. Her background includes commercial and educational, residential experience. She holds an award for historical preservation for a residential space. She is a team player who enjoys working with people both in and outside of the firm. When not at AP+I, Shelley enjoys time cooking, reading a good book, finishing construction projects around the house and anything that gets her outside to enjoy the sunshine.

SOPHIA TYRA    Sophia comes to AP+I with over five years of architectural design experience in educational and religious facilities in and around the Bay Area. She graduated from UC Berkeley with a B.A. in Architecture and considers architecture to be the perfect blend of artistic expression and monumental space that can inspire its users' daily experiences. Sophia values her relationships with clients and enjoys collaborating closely with them to solve design challenges unique to every project. When not at AP+I, Sophia loves to spend time with her husband, watching their favorite TV shows, going to local theatrical performances and shows, traveling and working on home improvement projects around the house. .

SUSAN EDEL   Susan originally joined AP+I Design in 1995 as office manager and enjoyed a fulfilling 5-year working relationship with the firm. In 2000, Susan left to pursue personal interests. After a 5-year absence, Susan returned to the AP+I team to oversee business administration functions. When Susan is not at AP+I, she enjoys traveling with her husband Tom and her two German shepherds, photography, and kayaking.

TODD BEVIS  With over 20 years of industry experience, Todd is responsible for design and project management for architectural projects of all sizes. He has had a wide range of experience managing projects in the retail, corporate, scientific, and high tech sectors. He has designed small spaces and large spaces including a space in excess of 100,000 square feet. Todd has managed projects located across North America including Alaska, Hawaii and Canada; as well as commercial projects in the Pacific Rim. He lends his skill to all phases of architectural planning from conceptual design through construction administration and quality control. Todd has also taught design courses for local area universities and colleges.