About

Chelsea Dora-Shibley

President

Chelsea brings a wealth of industry experience and strategic vision to her leadership of HPA Design Group, helping position the firm at the forefront of multifamily interior design through innovation, strong client partnerships, and a commitment to excellence.

With 20 years at HPA Design Group, Chelsea combines deep industry knowledge, business acumen, and forward-thinking leadership to guide the firm’s continued growth and evolution.

Chelsea oversees the firm’s three national offices, cultivates lasting client relationships, and provides strategic oversight of project financial performance and execution. She is dedicated to advancing HPAD’s reputation for design excellence while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with client objectives.

Credentials

RID, TBAE
FBAID, GSBAID
NCIDQ, ASID, IPLA
NSBAIDRD, NMRLD
NCBARID, UDOPL
FITWEL CERTIFIED

Karen Stillwagon

Vice President

With more than 20 years of experience in interior design, Karen brings extensive industry knowledge, creative vision, and technical expertise to her role as Vice President. Her background spans multifamily, student housing, senior living & boutique hospitality giving her a broad perspective that informs design direction and elevates project outcomes across the firm’s diverse markets.

Karen leads and mentors HPAD’s interior architecture and design teams nationwide, providing company-wide oversight from concept development through project completion. A driving force behind the firm’s creative thought leadership and innovation, she champions design excellence, strengthens technical standards, and ensures consistency, quality, and creativity across every project.

Credentials

RID
TBAE
NCIDQ