Delia has been a professional interior designer since 1980, working throughout the U.S. and in Latin America. She graduated cum laude from the University of North Texas with a bachelor of fine arts in interior design and architectural planning. Since 1976, she's been an active member of the American Society of Interior Designers, becoming a professional member in 1986. She has received many prestigious awards while serving on committees within the Gulf Coast Chapter of ASID as well as holding positions in the NCIDQ board of directors, including chairman, marketing chairman, and treasurer.