Meet Palm Design Group
Dana Lyon
Dana Lyon (left) and Michelle Heriaud (right)
Arizona Foothills Magazine: What is the name of your company?
PGD: Palm Design Group.
Arizona Foothills Magazine: When and where was your company founded?
PGD: 2001 in Phoenix, AZ. While spending 15 years in publishing with Conde Nast, I was always surrounded by luxury goods. I would constantly renovate and sell homes. Ten years ago, I made it my full time job to design homes.
Arizona Foothills Magazine: Where is your office located?
PGD: 4521 N. 39th Place, Phoenix, AZ 85018.
Arizona Foothills Magazine: Why did you choose to become a designer?
PGD: I don’t think it is something you learn, it is a gene you are born with. I love antiquities and contemporary design. I love to mix historical with modern to create sophisticated and timeless looks. I like everything to be one-of-a-kind, which is what being a designer is all about.
Arizona Foothills Magazine: What other designers have inspired your vision to create beautiful work?
PGD: Several designers have inspired me, but to name a couple would be John Saladino and Bobby McAlpin.
Arizona Foothills Magazine: What sets you apart from other designers?
PGD: Simplicity.
Arizona Foothills Magazine: What is the craziest idea that someone has asked you to design?
PGD: A 10,000 bottle wine cellar.
Arizona Foothills Magazine: Is there one specific design you have done that is your favorite or you have had the most fun with?
PGD: No one particular favorite, they have all been great experiences.
Arizona Foothills Magazine: What are the main reasons you are choosing to participate in such a wonderful and motivating cause?
PGD: To give these courageous women a safe haven on their journey towards a new life.
Arizona Foothills Magazine: What experience do you hope to take away from helping the beautiful and inspiring women from the Phoenix Dream Center?
PGD: We will take away the comfort in knowing we did something to help turn their lives in a positive direction.