Overview
I am an interior designer with many years experience designing for trade shows, exhibitions, galleries, and commercial projects. I also have a keen interest in academic research related to design. My research areas include design pedagogy, sketch inhibition and research methods for designers and creatives.
I have taught at several UK universities over the past 25 years and have lots of experience with students from other countries and whose first language is not English. I really enjoy working with students from around the world - everyone has their own unique approach and it's so exciting to be part of their journey as designers.
I am currently Module Leader for Introduction and Transition modules on the MA Interior Design (Online) course, and tutor for Research Methods, Specialism and Practice, Collaboration and Inclusivity modules. I also supervise students completing their final major projects.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- BA Hons Art and Design (Suffolk College)
- MA Distinction (De Montfort University)
- PhD Design Education (De Montfort University)
Teaching
I currently teach on the following courses:
- MA Design Innovation and Management, MA Digital Design, BA (Hons) Interior Design (De Montfort University)
I have taught on the following courses:
- BA (Hons) Interior Design, undergraduate Contextual Studies modules; MA Fashion Management (De Montfort University)
- BA (Hons) Interior Design (Norwich University of the Arts)
- BA (Hons) Interior Architecture (University of Suffolk)
- MA Design Strategy and Innovation (Brunel University)
Courses
- MA Interior Design (Online)
Research
Research Interests and Projects
I am published the following areas: Design Pedagogy, Sketch Inhibition, Grounded Theory
Awards and Prizes
Notable awards/prizes
Nominated for the Doctoral College Thesis Award, De Montfort University, 2020
Memberships
Advance HE Membership
- Senior Fellow (SFHEA)