ABOUT US

At Design Alliance, we specialize in transforming spaces through expert design and flawless installation of countertops, cabinetry, and flooring. With our passion for functional beauty and an eye for detail, our team brings over 14 years of experience to every project.

With our commitment to excellence, we’re here to create spaces that are not only stunning, but distinctly yours.

Our process is hands-on and collaborative, guiding you from concept to completion with expert advice and craftsmanship you can trust.

Meet the Team

CEO

Julia Gutierrez

As the founder and CEO, Julia leads the company with passion, precision, and a love for all things beautifully curated. Julia blends business savvy with a designer’s soul—bringing bold ideas to life while keeping clients at the heart of every project. From luxury homes to bespoke spaces, Julia believes great design is more than decor—it’s how you live, feel, and flourish.

Senior Designer

Sheryl Johnson

With a sharp eye for detail and an even sharper pencil, Sheryl brings spaces to life through smart cabinet design, intentional space planning, and perfectly curated hard finish selections. She’s part artist, part strategist — known for turning “meh” into magnificent with layouts that flow. Sheryl believes good design should not only look stunning — it should feel like you.

Designer

Catherine Powdrell

Cat designs with precision and purpose. She’s the designer who will notice if your grout color is 2% too warm — and lose sleep over it (in the best way). With her meticulous eye, she catches the little things others miss — ensuring every corner, cabinet, and color choice is both beautiful and brilliantly functional. Let her turn your space into something bold and beautiful.

Design Consultant

Alicia Santiago

Alicia is on a mission to banish boring and bring the wow. She has a sixth sense for style and a passion for making spaces feel like home. Armed with a mood board and a big smile, Alicia helps clients bring their vision to life—one perfectly styled detail at a time. Creative, curious, and always on trend, Alicia is your go-to for turning your design dreams into reality.

Design Assistant

Devonna Gutierrez

Bursting with energy, big ideas, and a love for the little details, Devonna is always ready to jump in, hype up a design idea, or chase down the perfect color sample—Need 57 samples by noon? She's already got them alphabetized.

Devonna brings heart, hustle, and a whole lot of happy to the design process.

Project Manager

Lawrence Woods

Need a million moving parts to come together perfectly? That’s Lawrence’s superpower. With a clipboard in one hand and a Monster in the other, Lawrence keeps every project running smoother than a fresh coat of paint. From contractor calls to last-minute fixes, he’s the calm in the design storm—making magic happen behind the scenes and keeping everyone smiling while he does it.

Come Design With Us

Let's bring your vision to life!