Kitchen Designers

A kitchen designer with Hancock Lumber since 2022, Gillian relocated from upstate New York to Maine to be closer to family. While in New York, Gillian worked as a kitchen designer for a box store gaining valuable experience working with clients and creating spaces to meet their needs. In addition to her years of being a kitchen designer, Gillian also served as a personal assistant to a contractor, gaining valuable on the job knowledge. While in school, Gillian studied Fine Arts and Interior Design.

“As a kitchen designer you wear many hats—and, my favorite one to wear is that of the artist. I see every kitchen as a grand usable work of art that is displayed in the heart of the home and showcases each homeowners’ unique style, while also functioning to meet all their needs.”

Since 2016, Erica has been designing and selling cabinets. Her life-long interest in design guides her to create lively, comfortable, and appealing spaces, helping to bring her clients’ vision to life on each project. Seeking to design kitchens that serve the people who live in the spaces, Erica values the unique perspective and interests that each client offers and incorporates those into each design. Erica has experience working with builders, remodelers, and customers, managing their jobs from ‘A to Z’, helping bring all the pieces together for a successful process and end result.

“What I love most about my job is that every space and design is different—this gives me the ability to be creative every day and bring life to my customers’ dream spaces!”

Rachel began her career as a kitchen and bath designer in 2016 after graduating from Wentworth Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design. She believes the kitchen is the heart of every home, and loves taking a client’s ideas and turning them into their dream space—paying particular attention to color, style, functionality, and flow of the space. Outside of work, Rachel enjoys skiing, playing cornhole, and camping.

“Working with each client is a fresh slate every time—I love bringing my customer’s ideas to life through listening and creating a functional design that translates into a space they’ll love for decades to come!”

A member of our Kennebunk kitchen design team, Abigail joined Team Hancock in 2022 with two years of kitchen design experience. After studying Graphic Design at the University of Maine, she worked as a graphic designer for five years before moving into kitchen design. Abigail’s eye for color and attention to detail allow her to help bring her client’s vision to life, all while making sure the space if practical and functions. 

“I believe everyone deserves a kitchen they can be excited about—whether it’s creating a place to cook, or to gather—whatever is most important to my clients in their space, that’s what I help design and achieve. Working with clients to create their unique space and seeing it completed is the best part of being a designer!”

Shayna’s Maine story began late in 2021 with a cross-country 2,900 mile move. A burning desire to live and experience New England, combined with the realization she could make it happen, led Shayna to Maine. One of ten siblings with Montana roots, Shayna decided during her childhood she wanted to go into design after watching “Friends” with her mom as a young kid and admiring the color, texture, and sheer amount of detail put into each set. A graduate of the University of Idaho, Shayna received her Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design with a minor in Architecture. Previously, Shayna designed kitchens and bathrooms while working at a lumber yard in Pullman, Washington. In her spare time, she enjoys photography, thrifting, creating digital art, and spending time with her husband and their two dogs.

“Building and remodeling can be an incredibly stressful time in a client’s life. I really enjoy being the person who brings the fun back into it, guiding my customers through the decision-making process and helping bring a space to life!”

Karen has a degree in Interior Design, with a focus on kitchen and bath design and nearly two decades of experience.  Karen enjoys the challenge of making each kitchen unique to the homeowner’s taste. She believes that the kitchen is the heart of the home and should be special no matter how big or small. Karen listens well to the customer to help them get what they are looking for. She has a positive attitude and will go the extra mile to serve her customers.

“I like creating new spaces that are more efficient for the customer.  And, I especially love seeing what we have created together.”

Laurie joined Team Hancock in 2021 bringing with her a Bachelor’s of Science in Interior Design with a focus in sustainability. Laurie previously worked as an interior designer/project manager focused on commercial and Federal Government clientele for nearly a decade before landing at Hancock Lumber. From Germany and Italy to the United States’ East and West Coasts, Laurie has been a part of designing projects all over the world. Laurie brings with her a passion for design and the fundamentals that go into creating safe, intimate, and inviting spaces. Outside of work, Laurie enjoys adventuring in the outdoors and spending time with her puppy.

“Everyone has their own unique style. I take pride in helping people understand what appeals to them and bringing their interior aspirations to life.”

A member of Team Hancock since 2021, Mike began his career in client relationship management. Understanding he had an untapped creative side after 20 years of working as a professional, he transformed his career to combine his skills and passion of working with people, designing, and creating unique and comfortable spaces for his clients. Since that career transition, Mike has been designing kitchens for over 15 years. One of his strengths is providing a relaxed and enjoyable experience by listening intently to determine customers’ needs. It’s rewarding for him to watch clients go from uncertainty during the initial conversation to beaming with excitement once the project is underway. The ultimate joy is seeing customers’ reactions once the space is complete and he’s helped bring their vision and dream to life!

“My work is guided by a strong belief in design as a problem-solving tool— a way of recognizing and forming relationships between ideas and reality—and, as a method for improving the connections between people and the products they use.”

Lisa joined Team Hancock with kitchen, bath & interior design experience and has been designing now for over two decades. She also spent five years presenting workshops on mindfulness and the power of positive thinking. Given this unique skill set, Lisa’s purposeful application of the principles of positivity to the design and construction process helps foster a spirit of optimism and collaboration among the homeowner, contractors, and vendors. Lisa believes collaboration, positivity, and kindness make for the most satisfying and fun projects.

“Let’s create an enjoyable design and building experience together.”