Richard A. Bories founded his own architecture firm in 1999, specializing in residential and commercial projects. Prior to that, Mr. Bories was an associate at several architecture and design firms in Chicago and New York City. In New York City, his association with B5 Studio, James Bartholomew Architect, Stephen Miller Siegel, and SPG Architects allowed him to work on a wide range of residential and commercial projects located in the eastern United States. Mr. Bories earned a Bachelor of Science and a Masters of Architecture at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. He is a registered architect in New York State and the State of Illinois and has obtained his Certification status with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards.

			James Shearron has 20 years experience in the field of Home Design working as a design director, editor, stylist, draftsman, decorator, and garden designer. He has held key senior positions in retail, publishing, and e-commerce companies. He began his career in New York in 1986 as an associate draftsman, first for Jed Johnson Inc. and subsequently for Mark Hampton where he focused on designing period interiors and furniture. In 1989 he was hired as Associate Design Editor for the launch of Mirabella magazine. He later served as Style Director for both American HomeStyle magazine and the retail home furnishings website, GoodHome.com. In 2000, he was named as Special Projects Editor for House & Garden. Most recently, Mr. Shearron served as Senior Vice President for the Home Collection at Tommy Hilfiger.