Business Details
16 Years
experience
Interior Design Services in Essex Junction, VT
Established in 2010, Christine Burdick Design is a commercial interior design studio headquartered in Essex Junction, Vermont. Our expertise spans commercial, retail, education, and hospitality sectors, where we leverage bold color palettes and thoughtful spatial planning to create environments that enhance employee well-being and business performance. Drawing inspiration from Vermont's natural landscapes and artistic communities, we blend bohemian aesthetics with functional design to deliver spaces that reflect our clients' brand identities.Our team of six professionals collaborates with local artisans and technical partners to execute projects ranging from office renovations to university campuses. With LEED AP and NCIDQ-certified designers, we combine technical expertise with creative vision to serve clients like Ben & Jerry's, Champlain College, and Cabot Creamery. Our process emphasizes understanding client values, ensuring every project balances creativity with practicality while maintaining strict adherence to timelines and budgets.
Services
Commercial Interior Design
Retail Space Planning
Hospitality Design
3D Rendering Services
Procurement Management
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We bring 14 years of commercial design expertise since 2010
- Our team includes NCIDQ-certified and LEED-accredited professionals
- We collaborate with local artisans for authentic, community-connected designs
- We utilize advanced 3D rendering technology for precise visualizations
- Our client-centric approach ensures designs align with brand identity and practical needs
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
- NCIDQ
What people say
Great design team
Originality and professionalism
Dependable and flexible
Thorough understanding of needs
Exceptional creative eye
Services
Commercial Interior Design
We create customized commercial interiors that enhance workplace productivity and reflect brand identity. Our approach combines bold color theory with functional spatial planning to develop environments that support business objectives. With experience across corporate, education, and healthcare sectors, we deliver solutions that balance aesthetics with practical requirements while maintaining strict budget adherence.
3D Rendering Services
Our 3D visualization tools transform conceptual ideas into photorealistic renderings. This technology enables clients to experience spatial designs before implementation, ensuring alignment with expectations. The process includes detailed material selections, lighting studies, and virtual walkthroughs to refine design elements prior to construction or renovation phases.
Retail Space Planning
We optimize retail environments to enhance customer experience and brand visibility. Our designs incorporate traffic flow analysis, merchandise display strategies, and branded elements that create immersive shopping experiences. The process includes fixture specification, spatial zoning, and integration of brand storytelling elements to strengthen customer engagement.
People
Christine Burdick
Owner + Creative Director
LEED AP and NCIDQ-certified designer with 14 years of commercial design experience. Holds a BID from Virginia Tech and previously worked in NYC and DC before founding Vermont's leading interior design studio.
Kaitlin Mangan
Studio Director + Interior Designer
NCIDQ-certified designer since 2018. Manages projects from concept to installation while maintaining client relationships. Graduated from Sage College with interior design specialization and leads team operations.
Anna Vaughn
Procurement Director + Interior Designer
BFA in Interior Architecture from University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Specializes in hospitality design with budget management expertise. Oversees procurement logistics and contributes to all project phases from site surveys to completion.
Sara Kincaid
Production Specialist + Interior Designer
DAAP program graduate from University of Cincinnati. Provides remote 3D design support and CAD documentation. Creates visualization tools that help clients understand design concepts and assist contractors during construction phases.
Chris Wilkins
Client Engagement + Project Analyst
University of Vermont graduate with hospitality operations background. Manages business administration and project analysis while serving as initial client contact. Former franchise design manager for Ben & Jerry's brings industry-specific insights.
Questions
What commercial sectors do you specialize in?
We focus on commercial, retail, education, and hospitality projects with notable clients including Champlain College and Ben & Jerry's.
How do you incorporate brand identity into designs?
We begin by understanding your brand values through collaborative workshops, then translate these elements into spatial concepts using color theory and material selection.
Do you work with local contractors and artisans?
Yes, we partner with Vermont-based artisans, 3D rendering specialists, and construction professionals to support local businesses and ensure quality execution.
What design process do you follow?
Our process includes discovery sessions, concept development, 3D visualization, material selection, and construction oversight to ensure design integrity throughout implementation.
Can you handle large-scale projects?
Our team successfully manages projects ranging from small retail shops to university campuses and resort facilities across New England.