Cat French
LEAD DESIGNER & OWNER
Cat is the Founder and CEO of Cat French Design. She specializes in bringing gorgeous, functional, completely custom spaces to life for her clients. She is known for her creative drive, authenticity, down-to-earth approach, and the client-centered focus she puts into every single project. Cat has had a lifelong passion for designing beautiful spaces. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Wake Forest University and a Master of Fine Arts from the prestigious Interior Architecture program at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
Cat loves to get to know our clients well so she can create spaces for them that are not only beautiful, but personal and meaningful. She has created dream homes, forever homes, vacation homes- and she approaches each project withe same client-centered approach and dedication to excellence. With nearly a decade of Residential Design experience, she can skillfully navigate the complexities and nuances of bringing incredible spaces to life.
She launched Cat French Design LLC to be a creative partner to her clients throughout the entire process, taking on the big design challenges and thinking outside the box to create something completely unique for each and every space. She believes that no two clients are alike- and no two spaces should be, either. Her goal is a design that is centered around you, your life, and your vision for a space you will love for a lifetime.
Cat and her team will work with your inspirations and guide you until the very last detail is placed. . Cat believes that beauty and function can weave together seamlessly to make stunning, timeless, and incredibly comfortable spaces that are the perfect fit for you.
Cat is the only North Carolina Designer to be routinely showcased as a Featured Designer on The Design Network. Her work has been featured in Chapel Hill Magazine, Home & Decor, Houzz, Chairish, and many other local and national platforms.
Cat is a member of the American Society of Interior Design, and the Chapel Hill Chamber of Commerce. Cat taught the Environmental Design Studio at UNCG and has made presentations on interior design and historic preservation at several State and National conventions.
Cat loves to create in the kitchen, too, and is an avid Blue Apron aficionado. On weekends, Cat is often exploring local parks and museums with her husband, young children, and the family dog.
Meet the Team
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Rebecca Scott
LEAD DESIGNER
Rebecca is a powerhouse for design who loves connecting and collaborating with clients to create their ideal space. With two decades of experience, Rebecca has worked in Shanghai, China, Alexandria, Virginia, the Low-Country of South Carolina, and has owned her own design firm. She is currently serving as the President of the Carolinas ASID chapter and thrives mentoring design professionals in our field. In her free time you can find her hosting dinner parties, indulging in her favorite BravoTV reality shows, and spending time with her adorable kitties. Rebecca is an avid traveler who uses her adventures to find inspiration that she carries into her designs. Paris is her happy place and you will often find her geeking out over Folk Art collections throughout the Carolinas.
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Borden Nash
INTERIOR DESIGNER
Borden is originally from Pittsboro, NC, and graduated from UNC Chapel Hill with a degree in History and Southern Studies. She went on to complete post-graduate coursework in design, earning an additional degree in Interior Architecture from UNC Greensboro. Borden attended the Poplar Forest Historic Preservation Field School, and continues to have a great interest in Historic Preservation in Design. Prior to joining us at CFD, she gained experience working for an architecture and design firm in New Orleans.
Borden enjoys quilting, being creative, and traveling. She is also our (highly-valued) team expert on NC barbecue- always a spirited topic of conversation around the studio!" -
Rachel Gibbons
ASSISTANT INTERIOR DESIGNER
Rachel holds a Bachelor's degree in Interior Design from Meredith College. Prior to joining us at CFD, she gained design experience in commercial interiors as a junior designer and design assistant. Since becoming part of our team, Rachel works closely with design selections. Outside of the studio, Rachel loves to read and learn new things! She enjoys playing pickleball and traveling.
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Krista Camp
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Krista is our official ring-leader, with a passion for creating an environment where team members are supported and encouraged to collaborate and create together. While keeping track of the millions of things going on in the studio, she also keeps an eagle eye on the big picture. Krista has lived all over the US, and also lived in Ecuador as a Peace Corps Volunteer. She loves to stay busy traveling, spending time outdoors, and is always looking for ways to learn about new cultures and languages.
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Ryan Gardner
INSTALLATION MANAGER
Once the design is done and the vision has been cast Ryan steps in. She is the boots-on-the-ground part of our installation team. Working behind the scenes she handles all of the details and tasks that are crucial to implementing our design. She has a degree from North Carolina State in Horticulture and she is our in-house plant and outdoor space specialist. Her previous employer was a Fortune 500 Home Decor and Custom Art provider.
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Julian Jones
DESIGN TECHNICIAN
Julian is a recent graduate of the Interior Architecture program at UNCG. Creative curiosity is his superpower, and he channels his inner creative drive by asking questions and navigating design challenges. He works closely with Cat and the Design Team to envision unique possibilities for each beautiful space. Originally from Baltimore, when he’s not getting creative outside of the studio by painting and cooking, he also enjoys visiting historical sites. He is a full-fledged Eagle Scout who loves to spend time relaxing in the water, hanging out with his cats, and being with loved ones.
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Kimberly Bojovic
FINANCIAL MANAGER
Kimberly is our Cash Flow Queen and manages all things financial for our company. Kimberly joined our team after taking some time off to raise her two young children. She graduated from California State University Northridge, where she played collegiate golf. Before diving into the world of spreadsheets, she was a golf professional in Las Vegas, Nevada. In her free time, Kimberly loves looking at numbers, especially her husband’s checkbook, running the trails in her neighborhood, and playing golf with her family.
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Sarah Persia
CREATIVE MARKETING MANAGER
A life-long learner, Sarah holds a Master’s Degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and joined the CFD team after a decade of experience in the business, research, and direct service sides of the healthcare industry. She’s a North Carolina native, and she and her husband are avid outdoor adventurers who will find any excuse to get outside. When she’s not typing a million miles a minute, you can find her running, mountain biking, or having a dance party in the kitchen with her two feisty daughters.