ABOUT US
HEATHER L. KIRK
Owner + Principal Designer
A Southern California native, Heather studied Business Administration at Cal State University Long Beach before completing her design education at The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising/FIDM with a degree in Interior Design. After gaining experience working on some high-profile projects, Heather ventured out on her own and in 2004 founded Kirk Riley Design.
Specializing in vintage residential renovations, Heather strives for the long life of remodeled spaces and uses color, pattern and a creative mix of materials to create award-winning designs. She works on whole home projects, kitchen and bath remodels, and custom furnishings. When it comes to the kitchen, she loves selecting appliances. “It’s like buying small cars - shiny with cool features.”
Heather has remodeled homes in and around Seattle, the Puget Sound region, and Southern California. Her work has been featured in magazines and television, both locally and nationally. She is a member of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) and American Society of Interior Designers (ASID).
A self proclaimed Design Nerd, Heather's love of design has extended to her West Seattle 1940's cottage-style home where she lives with her family, including her beloved rescue mutts.
Roxann Zornick
Business Manager
The lone PNW native, Roxann brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge as the Business Manager at Kirk Riley Design. With over 15 years of experience as a project manager and apparel developer for multiple Fortune 500 companies, Roxann honed her skills in managing complex projects and driving successful outcomes. Since transitioning into operations management for small businesses, she has become adept at overseeing day-to-day operations, strategic planning, and bookkeeping.
At Kirk Riley Design, Roxann ensures that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes by combining her project management skills with a strategic approach to business operations. Her ability to juggle multiple tasks while maintaining a clear focus on the big picture makes her an indispensable part of the team.
When she’s not managing the business, Roxann is a proud mom to two boys and loves spending quality time with her family, whether on vacation or enjoying a BBQ at home. A dedicated vinophile, she loves exploring new vintages and sharing her favorites with family and friends.
“Heather immediately understood I had a distinct design style and she always presented choices that would fit in with my taste and palette. The tiles she chose for our bathroom remodel look fresh and contemporary yet fit right in with my mid-century-aspiring-to-minimalism aesthetic. I look forward to more projects with Kirk Riley Design.”