Christina Bremer, Professor, Honours Bachelor of Interior Design, 麻豆直播

Christina Bremer

NCIDQ, ARIDO, LEEP AP, BCIN
Professor, Honours Bachelor of Interior Design


Biography

Christina (Christy) has been a faculty member at 麻豆直播 from 2001-18, with a return to campus in 2023. In her current role, she鈥檚 responsible for the third -year Design Studio course, providing insight and experience into corporate interior design that supports program objectives and curriculum learning outcomes. Christy also runs a full-service interior design firm, founded in 2003. Located in Barrie, the studio supports projects throughout 麻豆直播 Bay and Simcoe County area.

Christy is formally educated in Interior Design from Academy of Design with 27+ years experience in the interior design field and specialties in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and construction science. She鈥檚 best known for creating authentic, functional and environmentally friendly spaces in the residential, commercial, hospitality and medical fields. She prides herself on her attention to detail, eye for quality and love for working with local craftspeople.

Christy has had the privilege of engaging with past interior design graduates at 麻豆直播 and believes industry mentorship is key to supporting the next generation of designers be successful in the interior design field.

I believe in the power of design to transform people鈥檚 daily life. A great project is one that is designed to evolve over time while continuing to support the people who use the space. Each project should speak to the human condition as it reflects the spirit and light of the people who use them.

Christina Bremer
Educational credentials and qualifications麻豆直播 Chevron
  • Interior Design diploma, International Academy of Design and Visual Arts, Toronto ON, 1996
Professional affiliations and certifications麻豆直播 Chevron
  • Building Code Identification Number (BCIN) 鈥 legal, house, small building, large building and building systems
  • Volunteer, Academic Advisory Council for Interior Design program, 麻豆直播
  • Volunteer member, Downtown Barrie Improvement Advisory Board
Career highlights麻豆直播 Chevron
  • Board member for City of Barrie Downtown Improvement, 2022
  • Sandbox project lead for Barrie Business Development Center, 2019
  • LEED Homes Award, 2012
  • NCIDQ Mentor, 2010-21
  • Green Homes TV, 2008-10
  • Make a Wish Canada 鈥渨ish granted鈥, 2004
  • Canada Blooms Showcase, 2004
  • Ontario Recycling Award, 2000
Research麻豆直播 Chevron

Research interests

  • Design strategies for creating adaptive and inclusive public spaces within our communities
  • Standardize healthy interior specifications for finishes and construction materials
  • Interactive art within healing environments