G.R. Hedges Principals

Laurel Ann Kulseth

Laurel Ann Kulseth is the current owner of Laurel Ann Studios a custom lamp and lampshade showroom in the Seattle Design Center. Laurel Ann Studios has been in business since 2001 and have established themselves as a custom shop providing beautiful hand made lampshades with impeccable detailing. In addition to their custom line they also carry lamps and a line of fabric and trims as well. Laurel Ann Studios have established themselves as a friendly and helpful customer service oriented shop. Laurel Ann comes to the Design Center from a strong retail background and has proven she can manage and grow a successful business and brings her operational and management expertise to GR Hedges. Laurel Ann graduated from the University of Washington with a graphic design degree.

Graciela Rutkowski

Graciela Rutkowski comes from a strong sales and retail background. Time spent in Argentina and Europe during her childhood has given her a gracious traditional take on interior design, which she has successfully practice for the last 5 years. She was chosen as one of America’s top young designers by House Beautiful in 2003. Graciela is always looking for new ways to satisfy her clients’ needs and provides excellent, thoughtful attention throughout the demanding design process. She brings her sense of style and her great “eye” to the G.R. Hedges brand, guiding the look of the showroom and the product mix as well as lending her expertise in the custom upholstery division.

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