Yoko Kato | Senior Designer
Credentials
BFA, Interior Design, Kent State University, Cum Laude
NCIDQ Licensed Interior Designer
LEED Accredited Professional
Over 20 Years Experience
Q & A
Where did you grow up?
I was born and raised in Japan and moved to Ohio with my family when I was a teenager.
How did you get your start in design?
I was always fascinated by architecture at a young age and decided to study interior design. I started as an designer at a small architectural firm and followed by large established commercial interior design firms where I gained design experience on how to resolve architectural spatial issues.
What is your design philosophy?
With my Japanese cultural background, I’m always drawn to clean beautiful lines & functional spaces.
What do you when not working?
I spend a lot of time at the park with my daughter and husband, and play tennis as a regular weekend activity.
Favorite quote, movie or book?
My favorite Japanese word is Kansha, which means ‘appreciation’.