Interior Designer
Disaster 2 Design is an extension of my interior design practice, focused on residential and commercial environments that require a higher level of intervention projects where traditional design alone is not sufficient to resolve the challenges of function, flow, and usability.
These projects involve a comprehensive restructuring of how a space operates at its core. This includes spatial planning, architectural consideration of existing conditions, cohesive material selections, organizational systems, and full environmental redesign. Each element is developed to restore clarity, functionality, and long-term livability, while ensuring the integrity of the overall design remains intact.
The emphasis is always on function-led design, supported by thoughtful aesthetics, where every decision from layout to materials to finish selections works together as a cohesive and intentional whole. Strong project management is central to this process, ensuring that complex transformations are executed with precision, clarity, and continuity from concept through completion.
Disaster 2 Design also serves as the foundation for a transformation-based documentary concept. The series focuses on real residential and commercial environments undergoing significant change, where design, spatial restructuring, and guided intervention are used to restore both function and livability.
The emphasis is on process and outcome how spaces evolve when approached with awareness, cohesive material strategy, and disciplined design intent, supported by structured project management and a clear creative vision!
“I always tried to turn every disaster into an opportunity.”
About Lori Ann
Lori Ann works closely with clients to understand their vision and needs, pairing that with her professional design expertise. She blends personal style with functional, cohesive design to create spaces that feel both intentional and livable.
Lori Ann is an interior designer with a BFAin Interior Design and over 20 years of experience in residential and commercial practice. She has built her career on creating thoughtful, functional, and artful environments that balance aesthetics with real-world use. Through Disaster 2 Design, she expands her work into full scale spatial transformation helping clients reimagine their environments, unlock new levels of function and clarity, and achieve meaningful breakthroughs through intentional design.
Testimonials
“Lori’s artistic spirit and personality are both engaging and infectious, endearing her to peers and clients alike. These traits, paired with a natural talent, make her not only fearless when it comes to creativity and design, but a real contender in the design community.”
“Lori has great artistic style and abilities as well as computer knowledge. She has good leadership ability and has led crews and projects to completion. Ours is a fast-paced and time-sensitive company and Lori has been able to work with the tight deadlines that are frequently imposed.”
“Amazing attention to detail. Excellent eye for style and design. Clear ability to keep projects focused and on task. Can’t recommend highly enough!”
“None of what my home feels like now would have been possible without Disaster 2 Design!! She came in, and immediately was able to see a vision for numerous ways in which we could improve the flow of our home. The whole set-up has completely changed the vibe of our home & how we feel in it.”
“I was wowed, ridiculously impressive, what a transformation. I can’t believe how beautiful this bathroom is; this is a masterpiece! From Pepto-Bismol pink to this amazing design, I can’t wait to take a shower in here. Lori is a brilliant designer!”
“Are you ready to go to the next level but don’t know where to start? Well, today is your lucky day. Lori is a dynamo. She has energy, creativity and passion. She helped me to clear out the old and organize what was left so that I could live in a beautiful clutter free space. She flawlessly designed elements that furthered my goals of a clean and beautiful space that I want to be in! Do yourself a favor and book an appointment with her right away, I promise you will be glad you did!”
“I’m a firm believer that God shows up whenever we need Him in the form of Angels on earth. 😇 Lori Ann, you were my Earth Angel yesterday! Thank you so so much again. I’m overjoyed this morning with relief and serenity. It feels amazing. You were the first person that popped in my mind when I sat down and prayed for help that day.” Thank you, thank you, thank you Disaster 2 Design!!! 💞”
“Disaster2Design has been incredible to work with. She gave me guidance every step of the way and never once left me to drift away from a job I KNEW needed to be done. I can’t speak highly enough of her organization and willingness to work harder than anyone there.”
“If you’re inspired by a little show on Netflix and ready to take a project ON but need a local gal to help you with the task, call my friend Lori Ann. Lori helped us get our garage in order and gave us some great interior design tips we used in our home.”