Sonja Dutra
Lincoln, Nebraska
Edmonton, Alberta
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Edmonton, Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
THE BASICS
What are you happiest doing when you’re not working?
I love being active with my family! Riding bikes, hiking, swimming, and yoga are some of my favorites.
Where did you grow up?
Stony Plain, AB
Who or what inspired(s) you to pursue your profession?
I’m inspired by the human connection and community that are fostered in different types of interior spaces. The action and interaction of people in an environment can be strongly influenced by the form and functionality. Volume, shape, materiality and lighting can be manipulated to respond to its users’ needs and enhance a person’s experience to contribute to one’s overall mental and physical wellbeing.
THE RANDOM
What three words best describe you?
Energetic, Compassionate, Honest
What is your personal motto?
“If you want something you’ve never had, then do something you’ve never done”
What is a fun fact about you?
I have my motorcycle license
Who is your hero and why?
My Mother. She moves through life with kindness and grace. She sets an amazing example of what it means to love and be patient and she does it all while taking care of herself and holding space to help others.
What are the small things that make you happy?
Ice cream, Fresh Air and Hugs