Stephanie earned both a Landscape Architecture degree and Political Science degree in her native Canada. Always a creative individual, her design world really broadened after she was exposed to the various art and design programs at the Edinburgh College of Art in Scotland, which she attended during a study abroad program. After taking a silversmithing class there, she knew that she simply wouldn’t be content if she had to relegate herself to only one design field. Stephanie has worked for over 10 years in multidisciplinary design firms in Toronto, Atlanta, and Houston. She also established S. Maola Design Services which focuses on freelance architectural illustration, landscape design and interior design. She has always been a hands-on person who felt there was no need to buy something when you could make it yourself. With that in mind, she started Grey Cat Studio as an outlet for her creative endeavors and numerous fashion obsessions. The company sells everything from her own one-of-a-kind pet portraits, mixed media paintings and photography to imported pashmina scarves and accessories. Being a self-proclaimed textile hoarder, her next creative venture will be textile design. Known for being a savvy shopper with a knack for sourcing amazing deals, Stephanie will be a great resource for readers who want high style on a small budget. Contact Stephanie Maola at steph@DesignIsMagazine.com