At 12, I was hauling toolboxes up narrow staircases, cutting copper pipes and threaded rod, and cleaning out fittings with a metal brush on a drill to get them shiny and ready for my dad to solder. I was the designated helper, and he didn’t go easy on me. Now I’m designing dream homes while my toddlers crash toy trucks into my material samples. This wasn’t exactly the plan—but I’m glad it’s where I ended up. Growing up working with my dad taught me to pay attention to the details and take pride in doing things right the first time. I went on to earn a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, which gave me the technical foundation I still lean on today. But it wasn’t until 2020, when I left my government job and took a leap to build something of my own, that I really found my lane. Now, I run Houseal Construction with my husband, Kyle. I handle design, marketing, and the million little things that keep our business running—while raising our three kids: Evan, Hazel, and Gryffin. Yep, they all share one bedroom in our 1400-square-foot house… for now. That firsthand experience of squeezing the most out of small spaces has majorly influenced the way I design—and honestly, it’s one of the reasons this brand exists. I care about creating spaces that work. That feel good, look good, and actually make your life easier. When you’re juggling kids, clients, job sites, and the occasional baby strapped to your hip while vacuuming drywall dust with the shop vac… you learn fast that every square inch matters. Some days I’m sketching tile layouts with a baby drooling on my notebook. Other days I’m picking up vanities, hauling samples, or trying to keep the dogs from stepping in wet paint. My dream? To keep pushing the boundaries of what functional, beautiful design can look like—through Houseal Construction, Bienvenue & Co, and whatever comes next. These brands are all tied together by a simple goal: helping people live better in the spaces they already call home. Here I share my passion for design, and the beautiful, messy, everyday reality of building a business and raising a family at the same time. Welcome. I’m so glad you’re here. ✨