Our Design Team Experts

Rick is the third founder of Perspective Cabinetry & Design. Rick holds a degree in International Business from St. Louis University and owns and manages a contracting/remodeling business called Aquila Renovations. In addition, he is an ardent investor in property acquisition and renovation in Soulard and the surrounding metropolitan area. Rick began his kitchen and bath career when he was persuaded to become the business manager for his mother's business, Patricia Marie Designs. He now brings that business expertise to Perspective. Rick enjoys all outdoor activities, especially hunting and fishing, but his passion is world travel. In addition to living in Costa Rica and Spain, his favorite adventures have been to the Galapagos Islands, Montana, and Alaska.

Cabinetry design is a second career for Patti. She received her Associate of Arts in Interior Design from St. Louis Community College and her Certificate in Kitchen and Bath Design. Her previous experience was in the medical and legal fields, and she brings that careful attention to detail to her current profession. Patti's goal with every project is to listen attentively, design creatively, and execute thoroughly.

Patti began her kitchen and bath career at a local firm where she met Dan Mueller during the remodel of her kitchen. Five years later, Patti created her own business, Patricia Marie Designs, which became the springboard for Perspective Cabinetry & Design. Her priority is always her clients, but any chance she gets, she's on the beach in Destin with her family and four-legged "children."

Most interior designers will tell you they love working in whatever style their client wants, but press them a little, and you'll find they'll usually admit to having a favorite style or two. But when Alice tells you she's most comfortable designing in the manner that best suits her client, she believes her! Alice is comfortable in everything from Contemporary to Colonial to Coastal with an inspired imagination and unparalleled attention to detail. Alice earned her degree in Housing and Interior Design from the University of Missouri-Columbia and has worked in interior design for more than twenty years. At Perspective, she specializes in selecting and coordinating all finishing touches that make each project special. When she's not working, her favorite pastime is—yes, watching interior design shows!

Kim earned her Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Illinois-Champaign, but quickly realized she preferred the residential interior design of the profession - so she began to specialize in kitchens & baths in 1995. Became NCIDQ-certified in 1998 and earned her CKD & CBD certifications from NKBA in 2001.

Since starting her career in Springfield, IL, she has been designing with a custom cabinet line and worked with homeowners and decorators through the same showroom since moving to St. Louis in 1998. Kim joined the team at Perspective in 2019 after helping St Louis homeowners realize their kitchen & bath dreams for the last 20 years.

She has the knowledge and experience to solve design challenges and help clients select appropriate styles and materials to match their vision. She understands project management in the field, as well. Her skills in professional organization and her attention to detail propel her projects from the initial design concept to the final punch. She enjoys spending time with her husband and three children.

Paula has over 14 years of expertise in the kitchen and bath design industry. She thrives on tackling challenging projects and turning creative visions into reality. Her attention to detail, timeliness and creative ideas make her lovely to work with. When she's not designing, Paula enjoys quality time with her family and friends. 

Laura holds a Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management from the University of Missouri - Columbia.  After several years in the hospitality industry, she pursued her passion for design and earned a degree in Interior Design, specializing in Kitchen & Bath Design. For over a decade, Laura has had the pleasure of creating space planning solutions that transform homes to meet evolving family needs and foster inviting atmospheres for entertaining.    She truly enjoys collaborating with homeowners from the initial concept to the final touches, helping to turn a house into a dream home. In her free time, Laura loves to travel the world, spend time with her husband and play with her dog.

Dan is Perspective Cabinetry & Design's veteran design consultant. With over 33 years of experience, Dan has encountered virtually every design dilemma and garnered a wealth of knowledge. Today, Dan is highly recognized around the St Louis area for his design expertise.  Most all of Dan’s customers come from client referrals. Dan enjoys spending time with his family and friends at their getaway cabin.