Hello. Hey. Hi. Meet the heart and soul of Willson Design - our passionate and talented team of Designers and Technicians.
We believe that people work with people they like which is why our clients (builders and homeowners alike) keep coming back to us. Our team of Home Designers are approachable, transparent, and bring a practical application to our design trade. Our commitment to excellence and promise to hear and respond to clients' wants and needs throughout the entire process has set us apart as a trailblazer in the industry since 1959.
Jim Willson CTech, RBD Lead Building Designer, President
Areas of Expertise
- Renovation Design
- Building Construction
- Business Development
- Hunting and Fishing Enthusiast
Jim’s experience in building design and construction goes back to 1981 when he started working alongside his father at Willson Design. As a third generation Building Designer he has the natural ability to work with clients to ensure a sound understanding of their vision and provide detailed quality plans all while keeping their building budget in mind.
I’m really into West Coast Contemporary and 1950’s style. There’s something about how they blend indoor and outdoor spaces so well, incorporate natural materials, and clean lines. It’s the simplicity that makes this such a timeless yet retro design choice.
Think like a builder when designing. Draw and design the project to make it easier for the builder. I must say it’s worked out well as builders always tell me how they love our plans.
I’m always looking at buildings and seeing what could have been done differently. This inspires me to take some of those ideas and create a better design.
Nalley’s chilli con-carne over a bed of white rice.
Cam Krause CTech, RBD Lead Building Designer, Office Manager
Areas of Expertise
- Custom Home Design
- Building Codes and ALR
- Sketches and Conceptual Drawings
- Relentless Perfectionist
Cam brings 16 years of experience at Willson Design and specialises in custom homes and major renovations. An artist at heart, Cam is able to hear client’s ideas and needs, provide creative direction, and ultimately deliver a design concept and plans that wow. His personal design philosophy is to never settle for “good enough” even if it means taking the road less travelled. He works closely with team members in the office to provide a smooth positive experience for all clients.
Our clients put a lot of effort into dreaming and thinking about their dream home, so getting to see their faces light up with excitement when we reveal the design to them gets me every time.
From you! Each project is special and I’m constantly inspired by each client, their personality and unique needs. There are also a lot of great tools like Instagram, Houzz, and Pinterest, but sometimes I do just find myself lying in bed, trying to solve a complex design problem in my head, only to be solved when I revisit it the next morning.
Don’t be afraid to take more risks. I am not a natural risk taker and it's a skill that I have had to hone over the years and am still learning. Good design ideas definitely require a certain amount of risk and I've learned when to step out and just do it.
I love yoga! I started several years ago as a way to counteract my desk job and have stuck with it since.
Taylor Cunningham Design Technician
Areas of Expertise
- 3D Renderings and Visualization
- Revit
- Building Modelling
- Coffee Connoisseur
Taylor brings a strong background in Revit and plan preparation with a knack for creative design and three dimensional renderings. Taylor has always dreamed of getting to design homes and help others and now she gets to do it every day. Her typical day consists of designing, preparing projects for permit application, chatting with consultants, and a fair amount of caffeine.
I love that we are moving away from exclusively using black and white and now leaning into mixing lots of textures and tones which makes things so warm and timeless. Also, I like that the completely open floor plan is phasing out because it feels drafty and exposed. I'm all about private cozy rooms that make a home feel like home.
I love that I'm able to shift multiple roles within a day, from rendering to drafting to a sprinkle of designing. It keeps things interesting and exciting. I'm always learning new things as I work with our team, clients, and others involved in the permitting and building process.
In a small east coast American town to live out my Hallmark dreams ... maybe somewhere in Vermont.
I'm good at drawing by hand but I haven't since high school.
Laurence Todio Design Technician
Areas of Expertise
- Autocad
- Construction Drawings
- Plan Detailing
- Diligent and Meticulous
Laurence is a talented Drafting Technician who assists in turning design concepts to actual working drawings. He works closely with our Designers to ensure accurate plan review and to get the finished product out the door to our clients in a timely manner. He always has multiple projects on the go and plans covering his desk! Come into the office and you’ll notice right away that Laurence is quick to smile and offer a warm hello.
I love watching home renovations shows. I find them entertaining and also informative with a lot of design inspiration.
Every project is unique and I learn something new with every job I work on.
At first I wanted to be a doctor because I thought it’d be cool to be a doctor. Then I wanted to be an astronaut but soon realised it wasn’t that easy!
Simone du Plessis Design Technician - Profile Coming Soon!
Office Administrator Profile Coming Soon!
Committed to quality plans, style that 'wows', and a design experience that's smooth and enjoyable.
(NO PRESSURE, NO EGOS, JUST GOOD IDEAS)
