bio

Ellie Combs is a Senior Interior Designer with 15+ years of experience in designing, documenting and delivering Hospitality environments. She is currently a senior designer at Sixteen Fifty Creative Intelligence leading projects for Marriott Autograph, Holland Partner Group and other F&B venues. Ellie works with Brand & Ownership to develop an Interior concept based on 1650’s Brand story, and carries it through seamlessly on the project, to tell one holistic story. Ellie is responsible for establishing a design direction for the project and working side by side with the team and clients to deliver. She develops concept imagery, interior renderings, finish palettes, FF&E selections, presentations, as well as CAD drawings, FF&E specs, and 3D modeling. Her experience extends into CA and FF&E install. Her brand experience includes Marriott Autograph and Tribute, Beverly Hilton, Hyatt Andaz, Hyatt Regency, Grand Hyatt, Loews, Pendry, Ritz Carlton, Sheraton and Waldorf Astoria.

pov

I have a passion for storytelling. I truly believe it takes concept to the next level: an emotional and experiential place where the client and guests can develop a greater connection. I believe in spaces that are always something new, hopefully irreverent and provocative. I believe the best design comes from always questioning how things can be different, and a persistent focus on the tangible details that create how a space feels, emotionally and physically.

When you tell a story, it gives the client a language to talk about a design. They can imagine what Jane’s style is. It gives an instant emotion to the built environment. Which in turn creates a connection with the concept you are selling.

kudos

RISING STAR // GENSLER SW REGION // 2019 

“Comprised of an external jury of industry partners from real estate, to design publications to deans, the Rising Star award recognizes the brightest in emerging design talent, that showcase bold, creative thinking and raise the bar on each of their projects.”

PRESS // URBAN LAND // 2018 

“Adapting to the Changing Expectations of Modern Hotel

PRESS // HOSPITALITY DESIGN MAGAZINE // 2018 

“Art Roundup”, September 2018

PANEL // BDNY // 2018 

Panelist Speaker - “An Artful Eye on Hospitality”

PANEL // ULI BREAKFAST // 2018 

Panelist Speaker - Hospitality Trends