Meet Our Team of Interior Designers

Our professionals will make the difference in your project

At DBK Ottawa, the interior design team is at the heart of every project, offering expert guidance to turn your home renovation dreams into reality. Specializing in custom kitchens and bathrooms, the interior designer combines functionality with aesthetic appeal, ensuring that each space reflects the homeowner’s unique style.

For over 30 years, DBK’s design professionals have worked on thousands of projects across Ottawa. The team prides itself on its personalized approach, offering tailored solutions that align with the client’s needs, budget, and vision. Whether you’re looking for a sleek modern kitchen or a timeless bathroom design, your interior designer will ensure every detail is perfectly executed—from material selection to final touches.

Why work with an interior designer from DBK?

To be an interior designer at DBK, they must stay current with the latest trends and innovations in the interior design industry, offering clients access to a wide range of high-quality materials, including quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and state-of-the-art fixtures. Clients are invited to explore the large showroom, which showcases an array of design possibilities, making the process of selecting and visualizing your new space seamless and enjoyable. Most importantly, the goal of your dedicated interior designer is to deliver a turnkey experience.

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Susan Mitchell

Senior Designer / Design Build Professional

Meet Susan!

Susan has been working in the design field for over 20 years, earning a design certification from the NKBA in 1992. Having lived in Europe for over 10 years, built a custom home, along with other full home renovations, Susan has creative solutions for every type of kitchen as well as, a flair for contemporary design.

The key to Susan’s success is, determining her clients needs and wants, and bringing together both form and function to create an environment that her clients will enjoy for years to come.

Renee Marcil

Senior Designer / Design Build Professional

Meet Renée!

Renée is originally from the Montreal area and brings a wealth of knowledge having worked in the design industry for over a decade. She is bilingual and is enthusiastic to share her passion and knowledge with her clients.

Renée believes that good preparation, as well as a detailed discussion with her clients about their needs, wants, style and budget will set the stage for a great kitchen or bathroom renovation.

Awards:

  • 1st place 2019 NKBA Ottawa Design Excellence Awards for Looks for Less

Kelly Ouellette

Kitchen & Bathroom Designer

Meet Kelly!

Kelly has always had a passion for design. She graduated from both Interior Decorating at La Cité and the Kitchen and Bath program at Algonquin College, with honours.

Kelly has a bright and enthusiastic approach to all her clients’ projects and greets every new challenge with a desire to fulfil her clients’ vision for their new space.

Awards:

  • 1st place 2022 NKBA Ottawa Design Excellence Awards for Classical/Traditional Bathroom Price Group A
  • 1st place 2019 NKBA Ottawa Design Excellence Awards for Best Transformation
  • 2nd place 2017 NKBA Student Design Award

Julianna Dykstra

Kitchen & Bathroom Designer / Design Build Professional

Meet Julianna!

While pursuing her university degree in Commerce, Anna kept up with Fine Art and Art History courses to enrich her creative personality. Although she enjoyed a successful career in advertising, her passion for designing spaces lead her back to school to earn subsequent certifications in Interior Decorating and Kitchen & Bath Design.

With a family of her own, Julianna understands the challenges of having spaces that work for busy families; she tailors each of her kitchen and bathroom designs to her clients’ unique functional needs, style aspirations and budget.

Anna believes that a well-designed space can make you fall in love with your home again, and proper attention to the smallest details make the best design!

Awards:

  • 2nd place 2022 NKBA Ottawa Design Excellence Awards for Classical/Traditional Kitchen Price Group A
  • 1st place 2018 NKBA Ottawa Design Excellence Awards for Classical/Traditional Kitchen Price Group A
  • 1st place 2017 NKBA Ottawa Design Excellence Awards for Best New Designer
  • 2nd place 2017 NKBA Ottawa Design Excellence Awards for Classical/Traditional Kitchen Price Group A
  • 1st place 2017 NKBA Ottawa Design Excellence Awards for People’s Choice Kitchen
  • 1st place 2015 NKBA Student Design Award

Emily Meechan

Bathroom Designer

Meet Emily!

Emily first moved to Ottawa from the GTA in 2011. She graduated from Algonquin College’s Interior Decorating program and the Kitchen and Bath program, with honours.

She has a strong knowledge of colour and design, stemming from experience working at some of the premier design partners in the Ottawa area.

Emily has a keen eye for detail and listens to the needs of her clients. She believes, that after all, your project is something you will want to have an endless appreciation for.

Awards:

  • 1st place 2022 NKBA Ottawa Design Excellence Awards for All Styles Bathroom Price Group B-C
  • 1st place 2018 NKBA Ottawa Design Excellence Awards for Best New Designer

 

Caroline Trépanier

Bathroom Designer

Meet Caroline!

For over 10 years, Caroline’s keen eye for design has transformed interior spaces from dreams to reality.

Specializing in colour and material selections, form, and functionality, Caroline is up to the challenge of working with all budgets. Understanding and interpreting her client’s vision are Caroline’s top priorities.

While growing up internationally, she was exposed to a world of design influences which she continues to explore. Pursing a career in interior design enabled her to fulfil her passion while working with her clients to create innovative, stunning, and thoughtfully designed spaces.

Amandine Dénéréaz

Senior Bathroom Designer

Meet Amandine!

Originally from Switzerland, Amandine brings European flair to each of her bathroom designs. Her passion and knowledge transform her clients’ spaces into beautiful and functional works of art.

She has been with Distinctive for over a decade and her clients truly appreciate her attention to detail, patience, and professionalism during the renovation process.

For Amandine, the final result of a proper design is as exciting for her, as it is for her clients, and the best reward is to see her clients blown away by their new space!

Awards:

  • 2nd place 2019 NKBA Ottawa Design Excellence Awards for Contemporary/Modern Bathroom Price Group A