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My name is Sonja Dutra and helping businesses succeed 

through clever design is what really excites me about my career.

As an experienced designer I know what works, but I’m also not afraid
to push the envelope.

There are two contradicting statements that are the foundation for much of my work:

“If it ain’t broke don’t fix it.”
 

 “If you want something you’ve never had,
then do something you’ve never done.”
 

I have always been intrigued and challenged by the many hats I wear as an interior designer. It is finding the perfect balance of creativity and feasibility, while being forced to think, inside the box. 

I am a teacher and a student, a coordinator and an improviser, a
creator and an implementer.

But mostly I do the best job of just being me.

If you want someone who is easy to work with, passionate about helping you
achieve your project goals and having a great time while doing it, I’m your girl.

My Design Cred

AAA - Alberta Association of Architects, Intern Interior Designer

Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, University of Nebraska 

Interior Design Technology Diploma, NAIT 

LEED Green Associate - Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design 

NCIDQ Certified Professional- National Council for Interior Design Qualification  

IDA Member -  Interior Designers of Alberta 

IDC Member - Interior Designers of Canada 

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Known for my professional, yet lighthearted and vibrant approach to design, I have established a strong portfolio that includes diverse retail spaces, large scale office designs, high-end residential as well as restaurants and fitness studios. My experience includes over a decade working with a large international firm as well as independently contracting with developers and small business owners. 

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My philosophy is simple.

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Create functional, fun and innovative spaces

that improve the way you do business.

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“If it looks great but doesn’t function well, I still haven’t done my job” 

- Sonja Dutra