Beth Perry Turner works on a large variety of healthcare projects through each design phase
What degrees/certifications do you have?
Bachelor of science in interior design (2022), master of science in environmental
design (2023) - both TTU, also have my LEED Green Associate certification and OLE!
Texas
What is your current job title, and what does that role entail?
Interior Designer I at Perkins&Will, I’m in the healthcare studio, so my role primarily
comprises of working on a large variety of healthcare projects through each design
phase. The sizes of projects range from small healthcare renovation projects to large-scale
multimillion-dollar hospitals.
What inspired you to get a degree in Interior Design from Texas Tech University?
The Tech design program approaches design from a multidisciplinary lens which really
equips and encourages students to challenge and push the boundaries of design. Tech’s
design program is also very technical and does a good job of focusing on the hard
skills that are crucial to success in the field. The combination of creative thinking
and technical skills that Tech’s program focuses on produces students that are well-equipped
and informed. Another big aspect that stuck out to me is the supportive and collaborative
dynamic between professors and students.
How did the ID program prepare you for your current role?
The ID program equipped me with the confidence and hard skills to tackle a variety
of design challenges that I see in my work now. The ID program also teaches the value
and power of collaboration which is a crucial aspect of being successful in the work
field. Specifically, as a graduate student, I learned to analyze and solve complex
situations with confidence.
Would you recommend this program to current and prospective students? If so, why?
Absolutely! Tech’s Interior Design program is extremely unique because it’s integrated
into the College of Human Sciences. This gives students the opportunity to collaborate
with a wide variety of disciplines to really broaden their perspective on client/user
needs. For me, personally, I loved being a design student at Tech because I knew that
the faculty and staff always had my best interest at heart. Their dedication to excellence
and passion for design is evident in the classroom.