Tina’s passion for Art History and Romance Languages led her to studies in Florence, Italy. She is a graduate from Arizona State University with a B.A. in Communications & Marketing. Her design career includes, Style & Beauty Editor, Photo Stylist and Event Designer. In 2005' she went on to complete a secondary degree in Interior Design from Phoenix College. As a member of the accredited American Society of Interior Designers, ASID, Tina currently participates in various design events and is a candidate of the Design Excellence Awards.
Her work has been featured in numerous design magazines, local television shows, international publications, and she contributes to a monthly Home Feature for 'Biltmore Community Lifestyles Publication’ serving over 2,500 members of the Phoenix, Biltmore Community.
Her community efforts include a passion for animals and their wellbeing, Living Streams Community Garden, St. Mary's Parish and Food Bank, The Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix Art Museum, Hospice of the Valley and Breast Cancer Research.
Tina has participated in events including the International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA)—Tableau Event, a Tabletop design competition and fundraiser for Ryan House, a palliative care home for children. The ASID North Chapter 'Design for Hire' benefiting scholarship programs for design students.