We are a collective community of employee owners who produce award-winning architecture and exceptional places where people live. It has been our privilege to be collaborating since 1986. And while design trends have come, gone, and some have surged again, one thing has remained: our commitment to design and create exceptional places where people live. Why do we do what we do? Because we deeply believe in the values highlighted above. It’s the heartbeat behind our community. It’s what allows us to truly call ourselves FORUM.
A Note from Leadership
As the complexity of a design problem increases, so too does the requisite resolve, aptitude and expertise. The design of living environments is what drives Forum, a singular focus honed through decades of consistently demonstrating value for our developer clients.
We are confident that our team of talented professionals can not only make your project vision a reality, but you will enjoy the process more than you previously thought possible. We invite you to learn more about us on the following pages, and we personally look forward to getting to know you better through this project and hopefully many more to follow.
Kind Regards,
Andrew Roark, Jeff Suchan, and Katie Trentley
Professional Services Offered
LAND PLANNING
Site Selection Studies
Master Plans
Site Analysis Studies
Mixed-Use Development Plans
SERVICES Building Programming
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Structural Engineering Design
Mechanical Engineering Design
Plumbing Engineering Design
Electrical Engineering Design
Fire Protection Engineering Design
Construction Documentation
Construction Period Services
Green/Sustainable Design Coordination
SPECIAL SERVICES
Peer Reviews
FF&E Contract Purchasing
Rendering and Model Productions
Food & Beverage Facility Designs
Lighting and Sound System Designs
Landscape and Irrigation Designs
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS //
Forum holds active registrations in the following locations //
*Individual and firm licenses vary by state or board of registration.
Your Team
Kathryn Trentley, NCIDQ, RID, IIDA
Principal
SUNY Buffalo
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design
Ensuring your vision is on-brand and successful is my priority. I’m Katie Trentley, an award-winning Florida-registered Interior Designer and Principal overseeing Forum’s Interior Design studio and the Design Resource Group (DRG). I encourage my design staff to think like owners and create like artists, mentoring and leading them daily as we review your project design, nurture designerclient relationships, and manage your project’s development.
With over 20 years of design experience in various market types and branding, I’m also a longtime member of the National Trust for Historical Preservation and the International Interior Design Association.
Kat Hummel, NCIDQ, RID, IIDA
Studio Director
International Academy of Design and Tech
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design
Creating exceptional environments and consistently delivering superior client satisfaction. I’m Kat Hummel, a Florida-registered interior designer with 15 years of experience across a variety of markets where my dedication has been to craft aesthetically captivating spaces while ensuring projects are completed to the highest quality standard. Throughout my career I have blended my creative design expertise with strong leadership skills to guide teams and manage projects from concept to completion. My goal is to always deliver results that exceed expectations and leave both clients and collaborators proud of the finished space.
Kelly Oliver, NCIDQ
Senior Interior Designer
International Academy of Art & Design
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Liberal Arts, Business
My astute attention to detail, custom millwork, lighting, and branding have been key to my awardwinning projects. I’m Kelly Oliver, Senior Interior Designer and Florida registered interior designer with 15 years of experience in hospitality, high-end residential, light commercial, luxury multifamily, and senior living design. My strong understanding of branding standards and finishes suitable for commercial environments is unmatched, and I look forward to partnering with you on your new project.
Andrea Bernard, NCIDQ
Senior Interior Designer
Seminole State College
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
Elevating the client experience through thoughtful, curated spaces is the key to my success. I’m Andrea Bernard, Senior Designer with over 25 years of experience in the interior design industry, specializing in upscale multifamily properties and high-end luxury models. My career is built on designing sophisticated, detail-driven interiors that balance aesthetics with function. With my keen eye for refined finishes, I’m committed to delivering high-quality, experiential designs that leave a lasting impression on you and your residents.
Amber Stovall
Senior Designer
Seminole State College
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
The key to my success is my attention to detail, from initial concept to final photography. I’m Amber Stovall, Senior Designer in the interiors department with ten years of experience in multifamily, model home merchandising, residential, and senior living design. I genuinely enjoy establishing a solid rapport with all team members on my projects and am committed to creating unique, functional, and memorable spaces for you.
Seminole State College
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
Excellent time management skills help me prioritize and maintain your deadlinedriven projects. I’m Holli Baeza, a Designer in the interiors department. With ten years of experience in multifamily, high-end residential, and model home design, I know what it takes to ensure a smooth project from the initial client meeting to the final installation. The result is fun, functional, and accessible spaces that residents and staff love.
Holli Baeza Designer
Your Team
Stephanie Fontaine
Design Associate
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
Creating personalized environments that are comfortable and inviting is key to my success. I’m Stephanie Lynch, a Design Associate in the interiors department. With design experience in residential, multifamily, and student housing, I enjoy working on various projects and assisting senior designers to ensure your project succeeds.
Akshara Naik
Design Associate
Savannah College of Art and Design
Master of Fine Arts in Interior Design
Sarvajanik College of Engineering and Tech
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Tapping into my architecture and interior design knowledge provides a unique perspective on design and problem-solving. I’m Akshara Naik, a Design Associate in the interiors department with a focus on the multifamily and hospitality markets. Passionate about the work I do, I enjoy assisting the senior designers and coordinating with the various teams on every project. I look forward to contributing to your project’s success!
Shaina Moore
Design Assistant
Seminole State College
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
Every space has a story – I love helping bring it to life. I’m Shaina Moore, an Interior Design Associate in the interiors studio, working alongside the designers to turn their visions into spaces that feel personal, purposeful, and full of character. From guiding homeowners through small-scale renovations to working on large multifamily, senior living, and student housing projects, I’ve learned to craft thoughtful designs that shape how people truly live and connect. Whether I’m refining a concept, sourcing materials, or coordinating the details that make a space feel complete, I’m passionate about infusing every project I touch with personality and heart.
Blane Heintz
Interior Design Revit / 3D Visualization Designer
University of Central Florida Bachelor of Design in Architecture
My ability to combine advanced visualization tools with strategic problem-solving keeps design teams moving. I’m Blane Heintz, Design Technology Specialist for Forum. Through a wide range of digital visualization tools, I transform architectural concepts into compelling renderings, animations, and well-coordinated BIM models that support clear client decision-making with confidence.
I’ve contributed to a variety of multifamily and interior amenities projects, supporting teams with high-quality graphics, walk-throughs, and coordinated models. I focus on practical, creative solutions that streamline the design process and strengthen project outcomes.
Creative & Visual
Meet Blane, our Revit Modeler/Visualization Designer for the interior design studio, Blane provides 3D modeling of interior architectural details and specialty finishes, textures, furniture, and fixtures.
“My goal is to help the Interior Design team create stunning visuals for our clients that clearly communicate the design intent while also building a system with the Design Technology Team for seamless collaboration between architecture and interior design.” – Blane Heintz
Sarah Cox
Corporate Procurement Manager
Purdue University
Bachelor of Arts in Law and Society
Procuring multi-market projects is my specialty! I’m Sarah Cox, Corporate Procurement Manager and part-time FF&E miracle worker. Understanding the nuanced details of this time-sensitive phase makes all the difference in successful project outcomes. I’ve worked in the architecture and interior design field for over 14 years, focusing on FF&E purchasing. My experience in high-end residential, multifamily, student housing, senior living, and hospitality purchasing offers a finesse to this vital role that only experience can provide. Over the years, I have nurtured partnerships with hundreds of vendors in these different markets, including hospitality. From contract review to installation discussions and all details in between, I offer an open communication channel to ensure we deliver your project on time and on budget.
The Design Resource Group
DRG was incorporated in 1986 and offers procurement services as an owner agent on a contract basis for Interior FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment). DRG allows our clients to contract directly for purchasing, shipment, warehousing, and installation of all FF&E related to the Interior Design.
Forum and DRG have always worked closely together, but the acquisition of DRG in 2022 is especially important as it adds substantial value to our Employee-Owned Company. This purchase creates a more competitive edge to our Interior Design department by having the purchasing managed and controlled, in-house, which inturn, benefits our clients and projects.
Calm, cool, and collected, Trio at Jubilee Park is an apartment community with a clean, classic aesthetic nestled into a master planned community in Orlando, Florida. Close in proximity to Orlando International Airport and a plethora of shopping, dining, and entertainment experiences, Trio brings an elevated lifestyle to a suburban Central Florida location.
Unit amenities include one- and two-bedroom units, soft close drawers, stainless steel appliances, quartz counter tops, full size washers and dryers, wood-inspired flooring, nine- to ten-foot-high ceilings, large walk-in closets with custom shelving, wrap around balconies, smart home technology.
LOCATION // Orlando, FL
GRAND AURORA AWARD
TRIO AT JUBILEE PARK //
ASTON AT UPTOWN //
The team envisioned the clubhouse amenity spaces incorporating industrial elements of the community’s architecture paired with jewel-toned colors, warm wood tones, textured finishes, and Art Deco-like geometric patterns to enhance the unique amenity programming. Amenities such as the arcade room, golf simulator, and coworking spaces offer functional, immersive, and entertainmentdriven experiences that are visually exciting and engaging. To further enhance the clubhouse, large storefront windows provide clear views of the pool courtyard, connecting the interior and exterior with natural sunlight and beautiful views of the surrounding landscape.
LOCATION // Altamonte Springs, FL
ENCORE NARCOOSEE //
Sharing the client’s vision, our interior design team set out to design the amenities with an upscale, high-end residential look: simple but impactful, using textural neutrals and muted colors. Medium to light wood tones with white walls accentuate ceiling details, tiles, furniture, and curated artwork, including a photograph of a bear above the kitchen banquette with an interesting tie-in to the area. The word narcoossee is derived from the Creek Indian word nokose, which means bear. The designers added this to the art package to give a subtle nod to the property’s name.
LOCATION // Orlando, FL
SILVER AURORA AWARD
Celebrating Fort Myers’s vibrant, energetic spirit, Encore Echo’s 9,250sf clubhouse embraces a sophisticated, modern-transitional aesthetic with Corten steel, lush tropical motifs, and rich jewel tones. Medium-ashy wood tone details help thread the amenity spaces, while the soft greyblue and rich dark green accent walls refresh the eyes.
The Entry Lobby features wood beams at the ceiling and a moss wall paired with a neon sign as a fun, bold statement to welcome residents and guests. The wallcovering and art collage wall in the Game Room infuses vibrant color. It offers a sense of place, with an aerial view of a local beach and curated local photography, creating meaningful connections between the community’s clubhouse and Fort Myers.
LOCATION // Fort Myers, FL
ENCORE ECHO //
If an active lifestyle close to the Gulf of Mexico and several state parks is your ideal place to live, then you’ll love Estero Vista! Located in Estero, between Fort Myers and Naples, on the southwest coast of Florida, Estero Vista has a relaxed and upscale aesthetic. Light and warm woods, wood wall and ceiling details, a subdued color palette, and colorful Florida-themed art provide visual balance among unique furniture pieces and various finishes. The property offers residents desirable amenities, including a cyber-café, business center, conference room, kitchenette and coffee bar, clubroom, fitness center, outdoor aerobics studio, covered veranda with an outdoor kitchen, outdoor Yoga space, community pool, and pet park.
ESTERO VISTA //
LOCATION // Fort Myers, FL
CORSA AT ESTERO CROSSINGS //
Located between Fort Myers and Naples on the southwest coast of Florida, Estero is a city known for its high-end shopping, dining, and state parks. Estero’s newest gated community, Corsa at Estero Crossing, has a refined coastal casual aesthetic with natural wood-look plank tile floors and wood veneers, blues, and whites, perfect for this upscale area. Residents enjoy many amenities, including a 21,000sf clubhouse with a demonstration kitchen, resort-style pool, bowling alley, game rooms, resident lounge, conference rooms, a 3,000 SF fitness center, and two dog parks.
LOCATION // Estero, FL SILVER AURORA AWARD
ASTON
TOWN CENTER //
A hotel-like interior woven with natural, earthy greens, warm hues, and a shade of industrial, Aston Town Center in Jacksonville, Florida features an elevated architectural aesthetic blending brick facades and black iron; a complimentary style for the area.
Residents enjoy upgraded lifestyle amenities including Conference and Cyber Lounge for the work from home crowd, Kitchenette and Lounge, Coffee Bar, Library, two-story Fitness Center with separate Private Fitness room, Game Lounge with Private Game Room, Arcade, Golf Simulator and Media Room, and Rooftop Cabana overlooking the Pool, Grill, and Cabana area.
LOCATION // Jacksonville, FL
SILVER AURORA AWARD
Volusia County, Florida, home to the “World’s Most Famous Beach,” is now home to a new garden-style multifamily community, Integra Village at Tymber Creek, just west of I-95 in Daytona Beach and minutes from all the excitement Daytona has to offer. Tymber Creek’s clubhouse is a blend of industrial and mid-century modern style, with warm woods, saddle leathers, mulberry, and charcoal hues most prominent. Amenities include a cyber lounge, grand club room, golf simulator, sports lounge, poolside cabanas, resort-style pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, dog park, dog spa, and more.
INTEGRA VILLAGE AT TYMBER CREEK //
ILUMINA ZEPHRYHILLS //
Illumina Zephyrhills redefines luxury living with its unparalleled amenities and contemporary design. The open floor plan is defined by elegant millwork, vaulted ceilings, curved sofas, and organically shaped cocktail tables to provide an environment where residents can relax and unwind. Activity minded residents enjoy Pickleball courts, a dog park, resort-style pool and pavilion, and a state-of-theart fitness center with a serene yoga and movement room, right outside their door.
LOCATION // Zephryhills, FL
GRAND AURORA AWARD
Cool, colorful, and relaxed, Integra Heights is a suburban gated apartment community nestled in a park-like setting in Clermont, Florida. Just outside of Orlando, Integra Heights offers residents a comfortable Central Florida lifestyle with all the modern shopping, dining, and entertainment conveniences close by.
Unit amenities include one-, two-, and threebedroom models, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, designer lighting and plumbing fixtures, quartz countertops, hardwood-inspired flooring, in-unit washers and dryers, high ceilings, screened-in balconies and patios, walk-in closets, keyless entry.
LOCATION // Clermont, FL
INTEGRA HEIGHTS //
Experience the allure of elevated farmhouse style in this stunning space, where a doublestory vaulted ceiling invites you into a warm and bright lobby – concierge space. This open and airy entry is flanked by a modern architectural staircase, with industrial light fixtures illuminating the space. A harmonious blend of blues and greens, along with warm russet tones, adds layers of color, while metal accents of black and gold provide a touch of modern sophistication.
The clubhouse offers a versatile and robust amenities package, featuring a modern and moody conference room, a cozy coffee lounge, and a well-equipped fitness area. The second floor offers spectacular views from the game room which includes an indoor/outdoor balcony to take in the sunsets. Other amenities include a spacious theatre, and a cyber café/business center that suits everyone’s working needs.
LOCATION
// Sarasota, FL
CROSSINGS AT PALM AIRE //
ALLURA //
Located in North Naples, Florida, Allura Apartments features a neutral color palette with pops of color inspired by Florida’s Emerald Coast. The interior design incorporates a mix of modern and high-end finishes and furnishings that complement the properties resort inspired amenities. With a ceiling height of over thirty feet, the ceiling design and large custom LED light fixtures brings the space a sense of grandeur while also maintaining a level of wellbeing and comfort. Thoughtful consideration of providing multiple areas for residents to plug-in were incorporated, from various banquette areas to the communal island and game room, providing the flexibility of work and play.
LOCATION // Naples, FL
SILVER AURORA AWARD
IIDA AWARD BEST AMENITY
SPACE
Our client wanted to position this project as the “ultimate” in luxury and exclusivity in the very competitive Naples, FL market. They wanted all of the most sought-after amenities included in the program, which required a lot of amenity space, along with some carefully planned outdoor spaces. Design features such as wood slat walls, storefront, and metal partitions were used to separate the space into functions without compartmentalizing the large spaces and making this feel less than large and luxurious.
MAGNOLIA SQUARE //
VINTY //
Meet Vinty – Short for “Vintage City”, West Elizabeth, New Jersey’s newest upscale, mid-rise residential community. This area is fast becoming one of the hottest neighborhoods with direct train access to NYC. The Interior Design team was tasked with creating amenity spaces that captured the Industrial and vintage feel of the surrounding neighborhood, while keeping it modern for residents. A sense of community was important and the design needed to be welcoming, functional for today’s busy residents, and provide ample social spaces for groups to gather. Warm wood tones, vintage brick, large format concrete tile floors and open concept ceilings with Industrial light fixtures set the tone in the space, along with the carefully curated artwork package that speaks to the eclecticism of the community.
// Elizabeth, NJ
LOCATION
Welcome to Elan Ruby Lake, a Greystar marketrate apartment community situated just outside of the Dr. Phillips area in Orlando, FL. The design team wanted to bring the outside in to this clubhouse, which is infused with earth tones, natural elements and modern finishes. Our goal was to make the clubhouse feel like home to the residents which was achieved through the use of a warm and inviting color palette.
LOCATION // Orlando, FL
ELAN RUBY LAKE //
BRIXLEY //
Brixley apartments is a sophisticated modern jewel located in Bradenton Florida, evoking luxurious living with its spacious amenities and 240 units. The clubhouse is comprised of an open floor plan spanning 10,000 square feet with vast ceilings ranging from 18 to 27 feet high at the peak main entrance. To counteract the audible impact of hard surfaces, special attention was given to acoustics through implementation of sound absorbing paneling banding the foyer walls, and the central dropped cove lit ceiling detail. Also contributing to positive acoustics is the design of custom upholstered furniture, tall draperies, and inset carpet to soften the space.
