Loren Reid Seaman & Assoc. Inc. - Interior Design

LOREN REID SEAMAN, ASID, IIDA, IFDA

"I'm designing for you... not just for your lifestyle, but for your lifetime."

A licensed designer with the state of Illinois, Loren Reid Seaman has worked in the interior design field from his first job in high school to his current position of Senior Designer and President of Loren Reid Seaman & Associates. Illinois Chapter President of I. F.D.A. for two consecutive terms, longstanding member of A.S.I.D. and I.I.D.A., Loren opened his firm in 1988 with a vision: to create functional, beautiful, personal interiors that endure the test of time.

With an emphasis on quality, timelessness and style, Loren has worked on everything from ground-up construction and renovation to single family homes, condos, office buildings, restaurants and showrooms. Focused on attention to detail, Loren operates on the philosophy that a job is finished only if it is completed with a consistency of personal service.

"When I begin a project, the most important thing I do is listen to my clients. Sometimes they will tell me exactly what they want and other times they can’t express it. They may start with just a feeling – ‘I want it warm and comfortable or cool and chic.’ Then it's up to me to shape their vision and bring it to life."

"There are many different levels of client involvement. Some people like to be very hands-on and work closely with me as a team. Others just want me to present them with selections. Whatever works best for them, works best for me."

"The earlier I’m brought into a project the better. Do it right the first time is the absolute best way to design."

Brian C. Dryer

"There is nothing more exciting than seeing an idea transformed into a beautiful room."

Graduating Cum Laude with a Bachelors degree in Interior Design, Brian found his professional home at Loren Reid Seaman & Associates and has spent his career with the firm. Specializing in residential design, Brian believes that good design expresses his client's individuality and provides a backdrop for their lifestyle.

"Getting to know my clients is as important as understanding their tastes. They put their trust in my hands and I take that very seriously. I show them that I will turn their visions into reality, so that 10 or 15 years down the road we are still having a meaningful relationship."

Krista Precht

"When a client looks at a finished project and says, 'This is me!' it is the highest compliment they can give."

Holding a Bachelors degree in Interior Design with an emphasis on Business, Krista's design inspiration comes from the people she works with. "Sometimes clients begin a project only knowing what feeling they want to create and others come armed with a color scheme, existing furniture, or a defined sense of taste.", she says.

"I enjoy the challenge of bringing together function and beauty to a personalized design for each of my clients. I take great pride in creating an exciting space, especially when there is a couple with two different styles."

Kent Ottwell

"When an interior reflects a client's lifestyle and taste, it not only looks right, it feels great. I love bringing that kind of joy into my work."

With a degree in Interior Design, a Bachelors Degree in Photography and a Masters Degree in Graphic Design, Kent Ottwell is bursting with skill, talent and enthusiasm. As a former designer with the Marshall Field's Interior Design Studio, and a passionate collector of antiques and pottery, Kent joined LRS in September 2006 as a residential and commercial Interior Designer. Experienced in all aspects of interior design, Kent combines his eye for form, function, color and scale to create dazzling personal interiors. Kent's work reflects his belief that good design endures the test of time.

"Getting to know my clients and letting them get to know me is critical in developing the trust and rapport necessary for creating personal and expressive interiors."

James (Jimmy) Michael Giusto

"If our clients have questions I want them to call because what matters to them, matters to us. I want them to know we're on top of things and every details counts."

Jimmy brings his love of people and a background in business and marketing to his customer relations and office management position. A recent graduate of Harper College with a degree in business, Jimmy has always worked in the public sector where his customer service skills were key. In charge of updating and placing orders, and vendor and customer relations, Jimmy joined the firm in August 2004 and credits his professional expansion to the expert training at the firm.

"There is no substitute for a job well done, a satisfied client and a beautiful interior.