Shannon Isaacs

Owner, Defining Elements

Newport Beach, California, United States

About

Defining Elements is a full-service interior design firm with over 30 years of experience from diverse settings in Michigan, Boston and Southern California. Completed projects include the development of commercial banking spaces, corporate retail and high end custom residential design. We specialize in architectural renovations inclusive of kitchens, bathrooms, window and wall changes, doors, hardware, finishes, lighting and custom upholstery.

Experience

  • Shannon B. Isaacs at Defining Elements
    2000 - Present · 26 yrs 6 mos

    Defining Elements is an architectural interior design firm providing full service residential design and oversight for construction. Our services are known for knowledge of process, attention to detail, organization, management, consistency of style and craftsmanship.

  • Project Manager at Fidelity Investments
    1990 - 1997 · 7 yrs

    Directed national facility development and retail design for Fidelity Investments, a privately held billion dollar financial company. Provided complete operational direction of over 50 retail development sites managing 37.5M worth of leasehold improvements.

  • Project Architect at Charles T. Stifter Architecture and Planning
    1987 - 1990 · 3 yrs

    Conceptual design and spatial organization for highly programmed modern banking spaces. Project Clients included: Fleet Bank Central Bank Boston BayBank Boston

  • Architectural Intern at Kenyon C. Bolton III and Associates
    1986 - 1987 · 1 yr

    Design and project manager of renovations and additions for a highly discriminating clientele. Projects included both summer colony residences and fashionable city dwellings. Prouts Neck, ME Cambridge, MA Boston, MA