Good design should be the creation of solutions through a synthesis of perception, but true beauty is only created when the design is in harmony with who we are and what we need to sustain us.

Harmony must also be achieved environmentally. Sustainability is becoming more important than ever and can easily be incorporated through the use of products and methods that are not hazardous or can easily be replenished.

Janet feels that it's her professional obligation to assist each client in finding what they need to feel complete in their environment. This is accomplished through communication, education, and involvement as a design becomes alive.

Every project must be looked at from a holistic perspective. Early involvement and good relationships between professionals facilitates better teamwork, which streamlines planning and development by collaborating toward a common goal – “The whole is more than just the sum of its parts.”