I am Nicole Keller, an interior designer with over 10 years of dedicated experience in workplace design, furniture procurement, design theory, and cultivating thoughtful design culture. I collaborate across internal sales, order coordination, project management, and installation teams to deliver progressive, functional environments that boost productivity and well-being. My work spans global clients in finance, media, tech, and corporate sectors, grounded in strong knowledge of design trends, historical influences, and contemporary practice. I believe in collaborative problem-solving and designing spaces that reflect brand identity and support people. Through hands-on production coordination, mentorship, and a focused design process, I translate strategy into spaces clients love—from concept through installation—while fostering culture and innovation in every project.

Nicole Keller

I am Nicole Keller, an interior designer with over 10 years of dedicated experience in workplace design, furniture procurement, design theory, and cultivating thoughtful design culture. I collaborate across internal sales, order coordination, project management, and installation teams to deliver progressive, functional environments that boost productivity and well-being. My work spans global clients in finance, media, tech, and corporate sectors, grounded in strong knowledge of design trends, historical influences, and contemporary practice. I believe in collaborative problem-solving and designing spaces that reflect brand identity and support people. Through hands-on production coordination, mentorship, and a focused design process, I translate strategy into spaces clients love—from concept through installation—while fostering culture and innovation in every project.

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I am Nicole Keller, an interior designer with over 10 years of dedicated experience in workplace design, furniture procurement, design theory, and cultivating thoughtful design culture. I collaborate across internal sales, order coordination, project management, and installation teams to deliver progressive, functional environments that boost productivity and well-being. My work spans global clients in finance, media, tech, and corporate sectors, grounded in strong knowledge of design trends, historical influences, and contemporary practice.

I believe in collaborative problem-solving and designing spaces that reflect brand identity and support people. Through hands-on production coordination, mentorship, and a focused design process, I translate strategy into spaces clients love—from concept through installation—while fostering culture and innovation in every project.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Founder & Design Curator at Nigredo Studios
August 31, 2023 - Present
Founder & Design Curator leading adaptable ideation and design development across markets; remote collaboration with teams in Mexico City, Indianapolis, and Chicago.
Senior Project Designer at Thomas Interiors
September 1, 2023 - Present
Senior project designer leading complex design development and client collaboration for high-profile interiors.
Senior Interior Designer / Project Designer at Officeworks
March 1, 2019 - September 1, 2023
Led interior design projects from programming through procurement and installation; collaborated across teams to ensure on-time delivery.
Project Designer at Officeworks
June 1, 2014 - March 1, 2019
Supported project design work including FF&E selection, budgeting, and coordination with vendors.
Designer at ACo
August 1, 2012 - May 1, 2014
Early-career design role supporting project development and client coordination.
Interior Designer at Dream Palace Books & Coffee
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Collaborated on space planning, design intent, and brand development. Designed custom furniture concepts for café and dining areas, private offices, stage, and lighting.
Interior Designer at Murmuro
January 1, 2024 - Present
Partnered with owners on spatial planning for a multi-use tattoo studio; conceptualized bespoke furniture pieces and coordinated with local manufacturers for production.
Showroom Manager / Interior Designer at Officeworks
June 1, 2014 - March 1, 2019
Led showroom operations, collaborated with internal teams (sales, order coordination, project management, installation), and supported project delivery from concept through installation.
Interior Designer at ACo
August 1, 2012 - May 1, 2014
Interior design work for client projects in Fishers, IN.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Interior Design at The Art Institute of Indianapolis
January 1, 2013 - April 27, 2026
Study Abroad: Art History and French Language Intensive at Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris
January 1, 2011 - April 27, 2026
Living Office Placemaker at Herman Miller
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Healthcare Design Capstone at Herman Miller
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design at The Art Institute of Indianapolis
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013
Study Abroad - Art History and French Language Intensive at Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

CET CAP2020
January 11, 2030 - April 27, 2026
Healthcare Design Capstone
January 1, 2016 - April 27, 2026
Living Office Placemaker
January 1, 2017 - April 27, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013
Study Abroad - Art History and French Language Intensive
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
AutoCAD CET CAP2020
January 1, 2020 - April 27, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Education, Manufacturing, Financial Services, Software & Internet, Retail, Travel & Hospitality