A Wawota entrepreneur has taken the next step in her career.
WAWOTA – Shannon Houff owned and operated Front Porch Interiors in Wawota for 18 years.
As part of that, she fulfilled her desire to branch out into interior design. Throughout the years, Houff honed her talents and keen eye for style with courses, hands-on experience and theory.
Houff decided to focus on design now that her family has grown, and her design talents continue to develop and expand. She will work from home once the store has officially closed. Houff now plans homes from the blueprint on up, as well as renovations and commercial.
She takes the floor plan and designs the entire package from start to finish if requested. This includes cabinetry, fixtures, flooring and of course décor.
Houff has developed a large base of customers that she served with the store. Many are repeat clients that are sure to follow her with this next step in her career.
She travelled a lot with the store and the design aspect and is prepared to travel without the brick-and-mortar base. She welcomes the challenge that this endeavour will offer her creativity and design talents.
As a trend-setting proprietor, Houff travelled extensively to keep up with all the innovative furniture, styles and décor. She took inspiration from the World Furniture Expo’s annual shows. Her knowledge and vision have allowed Houff the honour of being chosen as the Western Canadian representative for two national quality furniture companies.
Houff reflected on the years of hard work and service that the retail store granted her. She expressed thanks and appreciation to have had the opportunity to serve so many over the years. Houff looks forward to further serving her clientele as she continues her journey with design.