Key Personnel

Blending together to make every department achieve success in delivering the highest level of quality to the customers, some of these faces will be the very first points of contact when you reach out to Sun Design.

Helen Francis

Content Marketer

Helen began working at Sun Design in January of 2019 and has grown alongside the company into her current role as Content Marketer. In this role, Helen creates thoughtful, high-quality content that brings Sun Design’s work, people, and values to life. From blog posts and case studies to email campaigns, social media, and website content, she translates complex remodeling projects into clear, engaging stories that connect with homeowners exploring a remodeling journey.

Helen manages Sun Design’s content strategy and editorial calendar, collaborating closely with the design, sales, and marketing teams—as well as photographers and videographers—to tell each project’s story in a compelling, visual, and authentic way. She coordinates and supports professional photoshoots and video projects, helping capture completed remodels and behind-the-scenes moments that highlight the care, craftsmanship, and experience clients can expect when working with Sun Design. Her work supports lead generation, client education, and meaningful engagement throughout the decision-making process.

Before joining Sun Design, Helen worked as a teaching assistant at a Montessori school, supporting classroom learning, events, and administration. She also served as a tutor at Virginia International Academy, teaching English to boarding school students. Her background in education strengthened her communication skills and attention to detail—qualities that now inform her ability to collaborate across teams and tell stories with clarity and purpose.

Helen shares, “I truly value honesty, thoughtfulness, and charity—without these, I don’t know how any group or company can thrive. Fortunately, these are the values that Sun Design lives by.” Outside of work, Helen enjoys visiting local breweries with friends and family, meeting new people, and writing.

 

Our People

Our renovations are highly attributed to the hard work and dedicated time that our employees put into each project. We value our employees’ talents and abilities, allowing us to show our appreciation to them and providing them an excellent working environment. Working with Sun Design isn’t just working with someone who gets the job done, it’s working with a team that genuinely cares, values your concerns, wants your opinions and isn’t afraid to answer questions honestly. We take the time to get to know you and your vision to ensure your renovations, remodeling or addition exceeds your expectations and provides the “wow” effect every time you have guests to your home.

Pam Sommer

Administrative Assistant

Grace Garvey

Director of First Impressions

Charity Podsednik

Sales & Marketing Assistant

Helen Francis

Senior Marketing Coordinator

Bob Gallagher

President & Visionary

Craig Durosko

Founder & Chairman

Roger Lataille

Director of New Business Development

Jon Benson

Designer Sales

Cassie Eckenrode

Design Consultant

Dave Scadden

Design Consultant

Rob Moss

Design Consultant

Kevin Poussard

Design Consultant

Jose Reig

Concept Architectural Design Specialist

Jennifer Callanan

Director of Design

Ericka Williams

Senior Interior Designer

Chris Donaghy

Senior Interior Designer

Maggie Wills

Senior Interior Designer

Morgan Arehart

Senior Interior Designer

Christine Done

Senior Architectural Designer

Julia Ripple

Interior Designer

Nicolette Drescher

Interior Designer

Olivia Bednash

Interior Designer

Joe Barnard

Architectural Designer

Kacey Boyce

Architectural Designer

Edgar Garcia

Architectural Designer

Muna Kamoona

Architectural Designer

Aaron Cropp

Director of Production

Greg Gunther

Production Manager

Owen Lane

Project Manager

JR Hansen

Project Manager

Jeff Marcaccio

Project Manager

Jorge Reyes

Project Manager

Maryam Sodeifi

Client Support Manager

Jeff Nichols

Warranty & Services Manager

Louis Thompson

Warranty & Services Assistant

Craig Durosko

Founder & Chairman

Bob Gallagher

President & Visionary

Sandy Harris

Chief Operating Officer

Beth Walters

Director of Communications

Cathy Ryals

Director of Administration

Jeremy Fleming

Director of Training & Development

Jennifer Callanan

Director of Design

Aaron Cropp

Director of Production

Tim Beer

Controller

Why choose us for your next project

Holistic Design Solutions

Every home is unique. Our integrated design-build approach ensures that architecture, interiors, and construction come together seamlessly to create spaces that feel cohesive, intentional, and deeply personal.

Structural Change Expertise

From load-bearing walls to full-scale additions, our team has decades of experience reimagining how your home in Northern Virginia can function — safely, beautifully, and efficiently.

Wellness & Thriving in Place

We design for the long term, creating spaces that support comfort, accessibility, and well-being through every stage of life.

Natural Light & Outdoor Connections

Bringing the outdoors in is at the heart of what we do — from optimizing daylight and views to designing spaces that flow naturally into the landscape.

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