OUR TEAM

Char graduated from New York University’s Fashion Institute of Technology and majored in Fashion and Interior Design. For over 30 years she has utilized that degree – both in fashion and interior design.  The range of her experience is vast and includes: window dressing several stores in New York City, costume design and construction for major casino show productions for Bally’s Park Place and Resorts International, home decorator and color consultant for a large paint company, and as an entrepreneur of her own embroidery business. With her considerable capabilities and expertise, Char has earned a reputation in South Jersey as one of the area’s hardest working and respected designers. 

Lauren knows trends. A social media maven, she is a consumer of all things style and design. With a passion for forward thinkers, innovative ideas and thoughtful details, she keeps keenly abreast of happenings within the industry. Lauren earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Design and Merchandising from Drexel University. For the past 10 years she has worked in the residential and commercial design fields in the New York, Philadelphia and South Jersey markets. Lauren’s enthusiasm for the profession is only matched by the pride she takes to ensure that a client’s vision is fulfilled - from concept to completion. 

Shelly has come a long way since studying interior design at La Roche College in Pittsburgh, PA. She has worked in the industry for over 30 years. Her professional experience includes; interior design, custom kitchen design, color consulting and entrepreneur – specializing in window treatments. Additionally, she has worked as a project designer for new home construction. Shelly’s vast experience complements the strong design team at Dompierre.

 Lynn spent 37 years in education with a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees from Rowan University in Health/Physical Education and Student Personnel Services. Her insatiable appetite for knowledge and life experiences has fueled her passion for landscape and interior design, hunting for antiques and architectural pieces, creative arts, fitness, biking, travel, baking, and reading. She considers herself extremely organized and feels a calmness and satisfaction when everything has its own place and is easily accessible. She does point out, that there is always space for that perfect antique accent piece or unique architectural find that will make a space feel like home - it is fun to use unusual materials to make an individual statement.  

 Barbara is a graduate of Villanova University earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. Always known as a “creative” or “the ideas person” in the communications industry, Barbara brings over 30 years of brand management via public relations, marketing, media training, and crisis communications experience in the hospitality, tourism, restaurant, gaming, sports, entertainment and design industries. Additionally, Barbara is a self-taught artist. Her works are on display and for sale in galleries and showrooms in Southern New Jersey. Her mediums include; acrylics, mixed media, oil and re-purposed materials. Finding inspiration in the world around her, she believes, “From the mind of a creative, everything is art."  

Growing up in South Jersey, Tammy appreciates life at the shore and being with family. She is an avid photographer and her hobby has helped her capture many wonderful moments. Her appreciation of the iPhone camera and its technology has helped her discover new ways to visualize the world around her. Other interests include cooking and trying new recipes. Her passion for crocheting and particularly sewing, opened a new job opportunity for Tammy. For many years, her career was dedicated to the legal profession, but her desire to utilize her creative talents opened the door for her to join the Dompierre workroom team as a fabricator.

 Originally from Oaxaca, Mexico, Nashley came to the United States 22 years ago. Her talents along with her work ethic have been a source of inspiration to family, friends, and co-workers. An accomplished and seasoned professional in the hospitality industry, more recently Nashley has directed her ambitions and abilities toward artistic endeavors. She is a painter, jewelry maker and fabricator. Whether sewing slipcovers, pillows and now custom window treatments at Dompierre, Nashley loves creative challenges and does not hesitate to jump into any design project with both feet.