CHRISTINA SIMON, ASID, CKBD – President

Christina grew up in the Washington, D.C. area, and has been in the design business for 35+ years. A 1988 graduate of Virginia Tech with a BS in Interior Design, Christina has deep experience in both residential and commercial interiors, including residential remodeling, kitchen and bath design and universal design. Christina founded c|s DESIGN STUDIO in 2011 and has created a niche working exclusively with custom home builders, architects and remodeling contractors (and their homeowners) on large-scale projects. A Certified Kitchen and Bath Designer (CKBD), an NCIDQ certified designer and a Professional Member of ASID, Christina’s innovative designs have been recognized for numerous noteworthy awards.

Outside the design studio, Christina is an avid gardener and has an expansive organic vegetable garden. She also enjoys international travel, yoga and time spent outdoors, whether on foot or her bicycle. She has been married to her husband Scott since 1990, and they have two adult sons, Jake and Noah.

BRITTANY GUNST – Senior Designer

Raised in Yorktown VA, Brittany graduated from Christopher Newport University in 2011. After college, Brittany moved to Arlington and fell in love with the Washington, D.C. area. Brittany began her career working for a plumbing wholesaler, where she developed a passion for design and product knowledge. She joined the c|s DESIGN STUDIO team in 2018 and is grateful to be in a position where she continually expands her knowledge base about design. Brittany strives to create a personal connection with her clients, working together to design their dream homes. Her primary goal is to create a space that is not only beautiful but also functional for clients and their families.

Outside of work, Brittany can be found most days spending quality time with her husband, Bryan, sons, Bryson & Jordan, and their Goldendoodle, Delaney. Bryson became a big brother to Jordan in November 2023! We are loving watching the boys grow closer every day. Delaney likes to be involved mostly at snack time!

EMILY AHMAD – Designer

Emily Ahmad began her career at c|s DESIGN STUDIO in 2019, right after graduating from George Mason University. She has grown into the designer she is today under the mentorship of Christina Simon and Brittany Gunst. Emily primarily works on new build projects, partnering with custom home builders and helping clients navigate the selections process. She has also found a niche in remodeling, loving the challenge of transforming existing spaces into something fresh and functional. Emily’s goal is to create spaces that are authentic to her clients – balancing everyday functionality with beauty!

Emily was selected as one of NKBA’s Thirty Under 30 for the Class of 2026. The NKBA Thirty Under 30 program recognizes exceptional young professionals in the kitchen and bath industry who are poised to become future leaders. Honorees are selected annually for their professional achievements, creativity, passion, and commitment to excellence.

Outside of design, Emily loves spending time with her husband, Omar. Most weekends, you’ll find her hanging out with family, escaping to the mountains of West Virginia, cheering on the Buffalo Bills, and adventuring with her dog!

KATHRYN LOGAN – Director of Operations

A Western Connecticut State University graduate, Kathryn moved to the Northern Virginia area in 1989. She has served in a broad range of roles in the service industry, from relocation and real estate to IT systems management. Most recently, Kathryn provided support to a design-build consulting firm before joining c|s Design Studio LLC. Earlier in her career, she founded and operated a home goods business and served as a board member for her HOA and a local community theater where she honed her skills in the areas of project management, teamwork and customer service.

Outside of work, Kathryn enjoys spending time with her daughters, Kristine and Kayla, walking along Topsail beach, traveling through Italy, hiking, pickleball, baking and doing any outdoors-related activity with the family dog, Finnegan. Her favorite mantra is: “Humankind….be both.”