Born in Chicago, raised in Mexico City, Rodrigo Vargas is an accomplished artist, Architect and Interior Designer. His passion for bold and unexpected design led to the formation of RVDA in 2009. His uniquely global, bi-cultural perspective is reflected in the signature interiors he creates for leading hospitality brands, multi-family real estate projects, restaurants and bespoke residential clients worldwide.
After starting out with legendary Designer James Northcutt, Los Angeles native Danielle Fox has designed for many of the worlds' top hospitality brands and iconic properties including The Hotel Bel-Air and The Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Property, among others. At RVDA, she oversees the design team and is in intimately involved in all projects. danielle@rodrigovargasdesign.com
Devon Williamson joined RVDA from renowned design house Clear on Black. With an exquisite eye for detail and a playful sense of design, Devon has created incredible interiors for developers and top hospitality brands the world over including The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego and the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa. devon@rodrigovargasdesign.com
With degrees in Art and Interior Design, Taiwan native Susan Shen joined RVDA in 2017 and has managed and designed for top hospitality brands throughout Asia, Mexico and high-end residential clients in Southern California. sshen@rodrigovargasdesign.com
Jezzica holds a degree in Journalism and a Masters in Interior Architecture from UCLA/Cal Poly. Her unique skill set merges nearly 20 years in public relations and brand management, with a second career in interior design at several notable Hospitality firms. She supports RVD through business innovation, dedicated client communication and creative marketing. jezzica@rodrigovargasdesign.com
Melanie brings design experience from prominent design firms in Los Angeles, including KNA Design, Gensler, and Avenue Interior Design. There she had gained invaluable knowledge in both hospitality and high-end residential industries, domestically and internationally. Melanie strives to design unique interiors that create memorable and one of a kind experiences. melanie@rodrigovargasdesign.com
Camille graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from University of Cincinnati’s DAAP Program. She has worked on a variety of projects, from local hospitality design to residential developments in Asia. Her passion is to create spaces which feel both elegant and warm, and thrives on expanding her creative knowledge. camille@rodrigovargasdesign.com
Krystal graduated from University of Santo Tomas with a degree in Interior Design. She brings ten years of FF&E and project design expertise from noted design firms, KNA and HBA. Her experience on international developments and positive energy brings a valued perspective to the team. krystal@rodrigovargasdesign.com
Bruno Silva graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Industrial Design from Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City. He joined RVD to contribute with his passion for interior design coming from a background in high end residential and hospitality furniture. bruno@rodrigovargasdesign.com
Grace has a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from Adamson University, Philippines. She started her career in the US for Intradesign, which is known for their high- end hotels and collaboration with James Northcutt Design. Having been highlighted Hospitality Design Magazine and decades of experience with local and international project, she is a team player, manages and enjoys working with Brand Name Hotels and turn-key projects. grace@rodrigovargasdesign.com
Working alongside legendary hospitality designers James Northcutt as well as Tricia Wilson helped shape Erwin Canela's style of creating classic designs with a modern twist for clients such as the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore, Santa Barbara, the Kimpton Epic Miami and even a Vice-Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi. erwin@rodrigovargasdesign.com
With skills in both project management as well as AutoCad, Malaysian born Jeffrey Lau's experience as an Interior Architect covers high-end hospitality, residential and multi-family projects the world over. jeffrey@rodrigovargasdesign.com
Graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture degree from University of Oregon. He has been working with some renowned architecture and interior design firms in Northern and Southern California. He has many years of design experience in large scale commercial project, themed park hotel and amenities space, casino planning and amenities area, high end custom home. He has managed and coordinated large-scale casino project in Asia. His passion for contemporary and fine art which reflects on his design and details. sean@rodrigovargasdesign.com
Al earned a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from Manuel L Quezon University in Manila, Philippines, after which he immediately began working in the US. His 30-plus years of experience in the interior design field span from commercial to residential, including time at Hirsch Bedner Associates in hospitality. Al’s love of art and rich skill set, support his passion for design from classic to contemporary. al@rodrigovargasdesign.com
Ethan recently joined RVD after completing his Bachelors of Architecture at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Since joining RVD, Ethan has contributed with his technical skills, fresh perspective, and passion. Ethan's knowledge in AutoCAD, Adobe, and experience in furniture design displays his versatility as an architectural designer. ethan@rodrigovargasdesign.com
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