I came to my career in design by way of an unlikely path. After graduating from the Newhouse School of Communications at Syracuse University, I went on to hold advertising, web development, and management consulting positions. Project management, adhering to budgets, and interpreting clients needs proved to be the perfect training ground for my career in design. Now I use those skills on behalf of my clients as I manage their projects and create beautiful and functional interiors that fit their everyday lives. After building and designing our own home, I worked with a notable home builder helping clients select paint colors, lighting, and plumbing fixtures. Blending my personal experiences with my professional background, proved to be a pivotal time for me to focus on my own style and design aesthetic.This put me on the path to launch Erica Peale Design.