Exceptional, By Design

Introducing the 2026–2028 Thermador Design Council

For decades, Thermador has stayed closely connected to the design community, tracking not just where design is today but where it's headed. The 2026–2028 Design Council brings together a carefully selected group of visionaries whose perspectives will help shape the next generation of Thermador appliances, where exceptional design, performance, and innovation come together in every detail.

Ali Faulkner

Ali Faulkner

AEF Interiors

Ali Faulkner is the Owner + Principal Designer of AEF Interiors, an Orange County- based studio creating timeless homes with modern charm. Her work is known for character-driven design and a hospitality-inspired approach that puts clients first.

Ashley Macuga

Ashley Macuga

Studio Collected

Ashley Macuga brings a layered, story-driven approach to design, creating spaces that feel collected, comforting, and soulful. Inspired by her New Orleans roots, she blends artful aesthetics with real utility to create homes made for memories.

Beth Dotolo

Beth Dotolo

Pulp Design Studios

With 20+ years in design, Beth is known for her fearless approach and bold, detail-driven interiors. Her work has earned D Home Best Designer honors, the ASID Legacy of Design Award, and recognition from Fashion Group International.

Carolina Gentry

Carolina Gentry

Pulp Design Studios

With 25+ years in the industry, Carolina’s work spans from luxury hospitality and residential interiors, including Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt, Hilton, and Marriott. Her bold, detail-driven work has earned D Home Best Designer and ASID Legacy of Design awards.

Chris Goddard

Chris Goddard

Chris Goddard Design Group

Chris Goddard is an award-winning interior designer with 30+ years of international experience creating timeless, eclectic and luxurious spaces. His client-focused approach emphasizes quality, individuality and design that tells a story.

Elizabeth P. Lord

Elizabeth P. Lord-Levitt

Elizabeth P. Lord Residential Design LLC

With over 20 years in design and construction, Elizabeth is a CMKBD and CLIPP certified designer and the founder of Built4Design Residential Academy. She was named the 2025 NKBA Educator of the Year and the 2026 KBB Magazine Person of the Year.

Ili Hidalgo-Nilsson

Ili Hidalgo

Terracotta Design Build

Ili Hidalgo is co-founder and principal of Terracotta Design Build, a women-owned design-build firm integrating architecture, construction, and interior design. She creates thoughtful, practical spaces shaped by how people truly live.

Jerel Lake

Jerel Lake

Lake Haus Design

Atlanta designer Jerel begins with the architecture itself, drawing out each home’s character to create kitchens and baths that feel refined, personal, and entirely at home. His work has earned national recognition, including House Beautiful’s Next Wave.

Juliana Ewer

Juliana Ewer

J Squared Home Designs

Juliana is known for refined, highly livable interiors that balance luxury with a distinctly personal point of view. A nine-time IDS Designer of the Year, she serves as President of the Houston Chapter of the Interior Design Society.

Martha Vicas

Martha Vicas

Sophiste

Martha approaches design through the lens of how people truly live. Drawing on her Culinary Institute of America background, she brings particular insight to kitchens, creating refined interiors where beauty and function are inseparable.

Rajni Alex

Rajni Alex

Rajni Alex Design

With more than 20 years in the industry, Rajni creates sophisticated, highly personal interiors defined by sculptural forms, rich cultural influences, intricate details, and bold color. Her work has been featured in House Beautiful, Luxe, Elle Décor, and Kips Bay.

Sandra Diaz

Sandra Diaz-Velasco

Eolo Designs

With licenses in architecture and interior design, Sandra creates refined spaces across residential, commercial and hospitality projects. Her work has received more than 65 awards and been featured in Architectural Digest, Luxe and more.

Sarit Saruri

Sarit Saruri

Interior Conception

Sarit brings a refined, architectural approach to luxury interiors, with a decade of experience in art direction and multimillion-dollar residential projects. Her work balances warmth, richness, and restraint across Los Angeles residences and bespoke spaces.

Shannon Ggem

Shannon Ggem

Ggem Design Co

With 19 years of experience and more than 100 projects completed, Shannon creates refined, character-rich interiors across Southern California, specializing in historic remodels, new builds, kitchens and baths. Her work has appeared in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful and Forbes.

Sharon Gunther

Sharon Gunther

Fresh Design Group, Inc.

Sharon creates timeless, highly personalized interiors that reflect the people who live in them. Her work has earned multiple Best of Houzz awards for design excellence and client satisfaction, reflecting her thoughtful approach to beauty, comfort, and functionality.

Tuan Nguyen

Tuan Nguyen

Nouveau Design House

Classically trained as an architect, Tuan Nguyen brings 20+ years of experience to creating sophisticated, bespoke interiors. His work pairs meaningful architecture and exceptional materials with refined details to create spaces that feel collected, layered, and effortlessly livable.