As Heritage School of Interior Design celebrates a decade of nurturing creativity and shaping the future of aspiring designers, we thought it was the perfect time to sit down with Amy White to reflect on the history and future of the school. Amy is both an alumni of the HSID program and theRead more
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photo credit: Dianna Sell A 2021 graduate of Heritage School of Interior Design Portland campus (HSID), Anya Nunley, has generously shared insights into her student experience and the noteworthy career she has developed in the industry in the years after getting her certificate in Interior Design! Originally from California, Anya found herself at a crossroadsRead more
photo credit: Anna Jacobs Julanda is a trailblazing alumna of Heritage School of Interior Design, whose passion for design has led to a thriving career in Bend, Oregon. Since graduating from the Fundamentals of Interior Design program, she has not only flourished as an accomplished designer but has also successfully carved a niche for herselfRead more
Heritage School of Interior Design (HSID) asked their Instagram friends, @heritageschoolofinteriordesign, what top questions they have for Interior Designers. HSID CEO, Stephanie Thornton Plymale, answered the three questions they really wanted to know: How can I decorate with mirrors in my home? Decorating with mirrors can add style and depth to your home. Place aRead more
The Rising Star Scholarship recognizes designers in the Master Certification Program at Heritage School of Interior Design in Portland, Oregon. Kush Rugs founders Rebecca Lurie and Brian Robins were awarded academic scholarships that enabled them to pursue their passion. With a desire to give back, they aim to support the upcoming generation of interiorRead more
Since 2015, Heritage School of Interior Design has loved being located at 4039 N. Mississippi Ave in Portland, OR. Mississippi Avenue is a vibrant and eclectic street located in North Portland. Here are some of the best things to do on Mississippi Avenue: Shop Local Mississippi Avenue is home to a variety of uniqueRead more
Interior design is a rewarding and fulfilling career choice for those who have a passion for creativity and a desire to make a positive impact on people’s lives. The role of an interior designer involves working with clients to design and create functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces that meet their needs and reflect their personalities.Read more
Tell us about your background and your career path prior to Heritage I was born and raised in Oregon and moved to Portland in 2013. Prior to starting interior design school at HSID, I worked in the customer service industry and had multiple barista jobs. I also spent time working as a florist and duringRead more
Leslie Green grew up in Houston, Texas and went to college at Louisiana Tech where she studied Interior Design for a short time until she decided to change her major to Education. She ended up graduating with a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education and went on to have a very successful career as a teacher. AfterRead more
We interviewed recent graduate, Hannah Lichtenthaler, to learn about how she has applied the knowledge she gained from the Virtual Master Certification Program to the real world! 1. Tell us about your background – Where are you from? What was your career path prior to Heritage? I was raised in Corvallis, Oregon and received byRead more