ABOUT US

Hi there, I'm Vanessa! I can be found anywhere near dogs, nature, or making art (and maybe cookies). My interest in design began with my mom. She had a passion for decorating and was incredibly good at it too. I always watched from the sidelines and never thought that this small spark in interest would lead to this career path as I was originally focused on dance. I trained and studied dance at Point Park University (Pittsburgh) where I graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree. Then I worked in the U.S. for the following few years performing with Koresh Dance Company (Philadelphia). 

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After taking a step back from the dance career to focus on my mental health, I realized that I often spent a lot of free time reorganizing and scrolling through design pages. Personally dealing with anxiety and depression, I saw the results of using decor and organization as a tool for healing and self-care. I found that although organization and design transformed my external environment, it had a profound impact on my internal environment as well. The result of decluttering, organizing, and creating beautiful surroundings felt renewing and therapeutic. 

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Alongside dance, a new passion had developed for me in the world of design. The decision to transition to this field led me to study at the QC Design School and along with becoming a certified professional organizer and designer, living a balanced lifestyle and taking care of my mental health became very important to me. I strongly believe that getting organized and loving where you live is crucial for anyone's overall well-being and that is why it is the forefront of our mission at TULA LIVING.