Senior Designer, Co-Founder and Co-Owner

Education

The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Art and Science, NY
Bachelor of Architecture

Experience

Kitchen Guild/Senior Designer
Hunterdon Design/Senior Designer

The Good Stuff

Nadia’s zeal for both design and client rapport has rapidly forged Aidan Design into the area’s premier center for residential living and design. Her clients are the inspiration behind each project. The challenge of designing a space that is both aesthetically pleasing and functional while reflecting a client’s individuality is what makes the design process so exciting. Aidan’s design signature can be seen through the varied projects as an attention to spatial balance and flow, to executed design details and to superior quality products. Understanding and communicating with each client to create beautiful, livable spaces is the goal of each project.

Nadia shares life’s most important moments with husband and co-owner, John, their two young daughters, three German shepherds and close friends. True success would be the chance to vacation for one month every year with her family exploring the globe.

Senior Designer

Education

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY
Bachelor of Architecture and Building Sciences

Experience

RDG Architecture/Architect, Founder and Owner
SKB Architecture and Design/Principal and Senior Designer
Kerns Group Architects/Project Architect

The Good Stuff

Bertin combines his architectural expertise and artistic vision to help clients create harmonious and stunning living spaces. Always a thoughtful listener, Bertin translates his clients’ ideas into highly functional designs dedicating himself to every detail of the project through completion. Bertin began his career at Kerns Group Architects designing churches, schools and residences and, prior to joining Aidan, was a principal at the Washington DC firm SKB Architecture and Design. He is currently the founder and owner of Radiera Design Group (RDG). Bertin received the Award of Excellence for the World Bank Madagascar Field Office.

Outside of Aidan and RDG, Bertin’s life is filled with music and laughter. Bertin’s love of music is evident in the plethora of instruments found in his home. His musical talent has certainly been passed down to three daughters who dabble on the drums, guitar and piano.

Project Manager, Co-Founder and Co-Owner

Education

University of Maryland, College Park, MD
Bachelor of Computer Information Systems

Experience

Kitchen Guild/Project Manager
Silver Spoon/ Senior Technican

The Good Stuff

John applies his technical expertise in computers and construction to ensure that the transition from design to installation of each project goes smoothly. He produces CAD drawings for installations and oversees their application on the job-site working closely with the project manager. John remains available to clients and contractors for minor trouble shooting and technical support.

John is also the attentive father of two young daughters who are fast becoming fluent in French thanks to their dad. John’s favorite moments are spent whipping up gourmet meals for his girls, including his active wife and Aidan co-owner, Nadia.

Project Manager

Education

Corcoran School of Art and Design, Washington DC
Bachelor of Fine Arts

Experience

DC Barnes Inc/Lead Carpenter

The Good Stuff

Luke brings to Aidan a unique combination of keen design sensibilities and carpentry expertise. He oversees installations and provides technical assistance in how to put each detail together just right. Luke’s background in furniture design and finish carpentry ensures effective communication with all contractors and technicians making certain no detail however small is missed. Luke speaks fluent Italian.

His passion for design extends beyond wood-working to the world of race cars.

Office Manager

Education

University of Grenoble, France

Experience

Silver Spoon/ Office Manager

The Good Stuff

Aidan’s first and in many ways “most valuable” employee, Miguel has created many of its systems and manages everything that happens behind the scenes at Aidan Design. He handles Aidan’s bookkeeping, accounting and administrative tasks. Miguel processes finish orders, tracks shipping and coordinates deliveries to ensure that all elements come together in the most seamless and timely fashion. Miquel’s love of the outdoors has extended to landscape photography, which reveals the artist within. When not behind the lens, you can find him at the golf course.

Marketing Director/In-House Photographer

Education

Allegheny College, Meadville, PA
Bachelor of Arts in Photography, Minor in Economics and French
University of Northern Virginia
Charlottesville, VA/ Masters in Computer Science

Experience

Robert Radifera Photography
Senior Photographer, Founder and Owner

The Good Stuff

A professional photographer, Robert established Robert Radifera Photography in 1993. Robert is the professional “eye” of Aidan Design, shooting all our portfolio work and designing Aidan ’s advertising and print work. In addition to his photography skills, Robert is our magazine liaison and negotiator and resource for company imaging. Robert’s family life is first and foremost, although his love for all things electronic is a close second.

Showroom Receptionist/Financial Analyst

Experience

The British Embassy, Washington, DC/Procurement Specialist

The Good Stuff

Sadie meets and greets all of our walk in customers and conducts tours for those clients interested in learning more about Aidan. Sadie also has the important task of closing out all of our jobs to make sure on the financial end we are indeed checked and balanced. Sadie comes with more years experience than she cares to mention having worked in the international environment as a procurement specialist on behalf of the UK Ministry of Defense. She received the distinguished award of MBE from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. When not involved in engaging debates, coloring or block building with her grand-daughters, Sadie can be found volleying on the tennis court or avidly watching a match on the telly.

Project and Marketing Assistant

Education

Fachhochschule Augsburg, Germany Major in Constructional Architecture and Environmental Protection Montgomery College / University of Maryland Currently, working on her Bachelors in Communications with a Minor in French

Experience

Collins & Co / Wood-Mode Dealer Support, ProKüchen Studio / Assistant Manager Prolog Communications / Account Manager

The Good Stuff

Angelika’s diverse background is in customer service, drafting and public relations. She brings to Aidan Design a unique mixture of skills that help her master the tasks of assisting in project management and marketing. Consequently, she complements the Aidan Design team by monitoring phone calls, processing orders and researching marketing possibilities. Angelika’s enthusiasm for learning is not just limited to her studies, but in widening her horizon in all aspects of the industry. When time permits, Angelika loves reading and traveling.

Designer, Showroom Manager

Education

University of North London, England Bachelor of Interior Architecture, Honors

Experience

Collins and Company/Wood-Mode Field Rep and Design Consultant Clive Christians/Designer Channel 4, UK TV/ Set and Exhibition Designer

The Good Stuff

Shireen’s designs are shaped by her lively, artistic and fresh spirit. Her experience working in design and as field rep gives her a unique perspective into the entire process thereby offering her clients exceptional customer service. Her background extends into public relations, customer service and business development for both retail and builder projects. Furthermore, Shireen is also Aidan’s newest Showroom Manager. In our ever-changing and growing industry, she is dedicated to keeping all displays, samples and product library current while introducing new finishes and products in such a way to keep staff and clients inspired and informed. Outside of work, Shireen spends most of her time with the loves of her life, her two children, who are her constant inspiration. Together they enjoy photography, architectural tours, travel, music and dance.

Builder Accounts Sales Executive

Experience

Wolf Appraisals, Rockville, MD
Residential Appraiser, Founder and Owner

The Good Stuff

Aidan's newest employee, Richard has come on to establish and develop new builder business. Richard’s extensive experience as a residential appraiser gives him a keen insight into the residential world from a buying and selling vantage point. He hopes to expand Aidan’s horizon by making it’s design services and products available to all builders looking for real quality and a commitment to service.

It’s a toss up between playing sports and playing poker as to how Richard enjoys his free time the most.