Meet Steven - Production Detail

We are proud of our team members at Residential Designed Solutions! Steven is one of our newest hires and we’re thrilled to watch his professional growth and have him as part of the team.

Welcome to RDS, Steven!

Name: Steven Winters

How would you describe your job and what you do?
I assist project managers in creating construction documents by using SoftPlan and AutoCAD.

When did you begin working at Residential Designed Solutions?
I started in February of 2021.

How would your friends describe your personality or character?
They would probably say that I’m helpful, nice, easy to get along with, and genuinely a good friend.

What are two interesting facts about you?
I’ve enjoyed modern residential architecture since I was a kid. And I enjoy woodworking and playing video games in my spare time.

What is your favorite quote?
”Architecture starts when you carefully put two bricks together. There it begins. - Mies van der Rohe
”No design is possible until the materials with which you design are completely understood.” - Mies van der Rohe

What colleges did you attend and what training have you received?
I have a Bachelors of Science in Architecture from The Ohio State University Knowlton School of Architecture.

What makes you amazing at your job?
Understanding how the physical building is assembled can aid in the translation from a digital model to completely built structure.

Meet Mahsa - Product Lead of Production Homes

We are proud
of our team members at Residential Designed Solutions! Mahsa is one
of our new hires and we’re thrilled to have her join the team. Her dream of becoming an architect began as a young girl and
her valuable experience working with architects, surveyors, and engineers gives her the expertise we were counting on for our clients.

Welcome to RDS, Mahsa!

Name: Mahsa Naseri

What is your position at RDS? 
I am the Project Lead of Production Homes.

What is your specialty area?
My specialties include residential and interior design.

What are your current job responsibilities?
I am responsible for managing the production builder works.

When did you begin working at Residential Designed Solutions?
I started in August of 2020.

Where else have you worked?
I worked in two architecture offices in India as an intern architect for one year. While there, I worked on residential, commercial, and interior design projects. Then I worked at Pomeroy & Associates, a civil engineering and surveying company, for three years. I started as a drafter and was promoted to manager of the drafting department after a year with Pomeroy.

How long have you worked in the industry?
4 years

What colleges did you attend and what training have you received?
I have a Bachelors in Architecture from Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University in Hyderabad, India. I also have a degree in Interior Design from New York Institute of Art and Design.

Where do you live?
Pickerington, Ohio

What else do you want us to know about you?
Creativity is a staple in my life. I love to draw, take photos, and work on DIY projects around my house.

Meet Heather Baldwin - Designer and Project Manager

At RDS, Residential Designed Solutions, we are proud of our team members! We are introducing a “sketched” profile of one of our newest key associates so that you can get to know us better at RDS. Heather brings a great deal of expertise to the table!

Name: Heather Baldwin

What is your position at RDS? 
I am the Project Lead. I work directly with clients to discuss their project, visit the project location to take any measurements of existing projects, come up with conceptual designs, coordinate with other trades and disciplines like builder and subcontractors, engineers, inspectors, zoning officials, etc. I create the construction documents as well as review the plans.

What is your specialty area?
My specialties are Residential Designs & 3D Modeling.

What are your current job responsibilities?
I am responsible for 3D modeling, consultations, field measuring, designing, and full construction documents.

When did you begin working at Residential Designed Solutions?
I began working here May 10th, 2019. 

Where else have you worked?
I have worked for MI Homes, P&D Builders, and Buschman Homes.

How long have you worked in the industry?
10 years

What colleges did you attend and what training have you received?
University of Utah, Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies, CPBD, Currently Vice Chairperson for the AIBD OKI Chapter & BIM-R Certified

Where do you live?
Canal Winchester is home for me!

What volunteer work do you do?
I love being a Weekly Reading Buddy for the Columbus Metropolitan Library. It is so exciting to help children in K-3rd grade learn to read with confidence.

I am also a Weekly Leader of youth 8-18 programs developing their talents, skills and self-confidence.

Have you ever heard the Bell Ringers? You might have heard me since I am an Annual Bell Ringer for the Salvation Army!

I give back by annually providing school back packs & supplies as well as a Christmas program & gifts to the children of parents in the ALVIS House program.

I’m a veteran 2x Pelotonia Rider for both 45 & 25 miles.

What else do you want us to know about you?
I am passionate about designing, building and developing environments, both physically and socially for others to make positive memories and experiences.

Meet Lauren Givens - Marketing and Business Development Manager

At RDS, Residential Designed Solutions, we are proud of our team members! We are introducing a “sketched” profile of one of our newest key associates so that you can get to know us better at RDS. We’re excited to have Lauren join us!

Name: Lauren Givens

What is your position at RDS? 
I am the Marketing and Business Development Manager.

What are your current job responsibilities? 
I’m working to create a system to show our clients and builders how much they mean to us at every point in the process and our relationship. We want to provide the best service possible and I’m working on the creative side to accomplish that. 

When did you begin working at Residential Designed Solutions? 
I started working here in January of this year.

Where else have you worked?  
I’ve worked at a wide variety of places, but most recently worked in residential real estate.

How long have you worked in the industry? 
I grew up attending industry events with my Dad and helping around the office during school breaks as I got older. This is a new and exciting chapter for our family business. 

What colleges did you attend and what training have you received?
I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication Design with a minor in Marketing and Art History from Kent State University.

Where do you live? 
I live in a little fixer-upper in Westerville with my husband and rambunctious little boy.

What volunteer work do you do? 
I hope to get involved with the NARI (National Association of the Remodeling Industry) Community Service Committee this year. They have been working to fix up a women’s home in Delaware County for the last couple years. RDS is a proud member of NARI and the impact they have on the community.

What else do you want us to know about you?
I’m a momma to an energetic, spirited, and sweet little boy, and wife to one of the strongest and funniest guys I know. I’m a coffee-fiend, amateur foodie and lover of all things Ohio, beautiful books, and handwritten notes. 

We’re in the business of making houses into homes. What do you love about your home?
I love the potential my home has to be a cute little ranch on a quiet street in Westerville. But I mostly love the memories that are created daily with my husband and son. The walls are filled with laughter and joy.