Meet Norma: An Emerging Atlanta Designer
Norma Angelica Hernandez is a promising interior designer based in Atlanta, Georgia. A 2025 graduate of Gwinnett Technical College, she completed her degree in just 1.5 years (including summer semesters) through dedicated focus. Currently specializing in residential design, Norma has already transformed her own kitchen and has several projects lined up for friends and family. She works at a custom furniture and window treatment workshop, where she connects with established design firms such as Melanie TurnerInteriors and The Design Atelier – gaining inspiration from their residential projects while developing her own design philosophy and technical skills.
Design Philosophy & Work Style: Effortlessly Elevated Spaces
Norma describes her design style as “effortlessly elevated and serene.” She embraces minimalism – not the stark, cold variety, but rather tranquil color palettes with timeless materials enriched by textures and personal touches. “Spaces should feel like homes, not showrooms,” she emphasizes. Her approach focuses on creating environments that are both beautiful and livable.
Inspiration: Designing with Emotion
For Norma, emotion is the driving force behind her work. “Designs are very personal,” she explains. “If for the public, they must be intentional.” Whether through smart space planning or carefully chosen decorative elements, her goal is always to improve daily life and help people feel their best in the spaces she creates.
First Discovered Coohom: A Classmate’s Game-Changing Recommendation
Norma’s introduction to Coohom came through classmate Daniela Gonzalez, who recommended it to their entire design class. “All 12 of us tried it and never looked back!” she recalls. The software quickly became an essential tool in her design process.
Using Coohom: Bringing Visions to Life
Norma primarily uses Coohom for renderings: “They allow me to communicate and display the ideas in my mind.” She considers renderings indispensable, regardless of project scale. Her favorite features include:
High-quality rendering tools
Extensive library of furniture, décor and construction models
Custom lighting plan capabilities (“Lighting is a HUGE factor in design!”)
She rates Coohom 10/10 for its impact: “It elevated my presentations so much that it made me fall deeper in love with design and all its possibilities.”
Proud Projects: From Kitchen to Workplace
-Kitchen Renovation: Transformed an outdated kitchen into a functional, welcoming space for her large family’s gatherings.
-Workplace Design: Helped redesign her company’s secondary building, creating a more vibrant workspace for colleagues and a collaborative conference room. “I hope it makes their workdays better,” she says with a smile.
Final Thoughts: A Bright Future Ahead
As Norma builds her career, she continues to explore different project types – including a personal hospitality project she’s quietly developing. With her keen eye for space planning, commitment to emotional design, and mastery of tools like Coohom, she’s poised to make her mark on Atlanta’s design scene. “This is just the beginning,” she says, excited for what’s to come.
