William Griffin

Bill’s real passion is great design – whether it be the structure or what’s inside.  With 20 years experience in both residential and commercial interiors, Bill enjoys bringing elements of the unexpected into his design projects. He loves to combine new pieces along with collected pieces that lend an element of permanence and continuity.

As a native of North Carolina, Bill seized the opportunity to return to his home state when he opened Four Corners Home in Asheville along with his partner Michael Forde.

When not working, Bill loves to travel. A life-changing nine month trip around the world opened his eyes to design inspiration and planted the seed for what eventually became Four Corners Home.

Michael Forde

Originally from Lancashire in England, Michael was transferred to Florida by the travel company he worked. After seven years based in Orlando, he moved with his partner Bill to Asheville, NC to start Four Corners Home.

Michael loves the interaction with the customers he meets everyday and loves the opportunity to build strong relationships with them.

His person design aesthetic is clean lines with a limited use of colors. He loves to incorporate textures in both fabrics, accessories and wall décor items.

Along with Bill, Michael has the travel bug and loves to visit new places. His favorites being Australia, South Africa and Italy. His other passion is animals. No animal ever passes him on the street without receiving a cuddle.

Jenn Oakey

As a graduate of Western Carolina University’s Interior Design Program, Jenn has a passion for helping clients create beautiful, meaningful designs for their home.  While earning her degree in design, Jenn was president of the Interior Design Club, worked as the graphic designer for the Department of Intercultural Affairs, was a director for The Vagina Monologues, and was an ASID student member. During her time as president, she organized weekly volunteer opportunities for students at Habitat for Humanity. This past spring she received an award from the Fine and Performing Arts College at WCU for her service with Habitat for Humanity.

Most recently, Jenn was featured in the American Society of Interior Design newsletter as an ASID Student Spotlight.

In her free time, Jenn loves travelling and enjoying a glass of wine with friends in downtown Asheville.

Emma Evans

A graduate of Western Carolina University’s Interior Design program, Emma combines the knowledge acquired through her studies with the practical skills gained through working in her mother’s kitchen design business.

Emma’s maturity belies her years, and her determination to do a good job serves her customers and fellow team members well.

Emma loves living in Asheville and enjoys the diversity the city brings.

Allison Winger

Allison’s design talents were cultivated over a number of years working as an art consultant as well as marketing fine art to galleries, design firms and collectors. She developed a keen eye for selecting art appropriate to specific interiors. These skills serve her well in choosing complimentary furniture and accessories for her clients at Four Corners Home.

Allison has a true love of travel and literature and brings her varied interests and experiences into her client relationships.

Sage Hammond

Sage’s design experience began within the fashion industry where she worked in various capacities for high profile couture lines. This experience allowed Sage to develop a keen eye for pattern and color as well as teaching her that restrained design often makes the biggest impact.

Sage enjoys living and being part of the vibrant downtown Asheville and takes creative energy from the eclectic culture.

Brittany Freeman

As a graduate of WCU with a degree in Interior Design, Brittany loves to tackle design projects with the goal of helping customers realize the true potential in their home.  She works closely with clients to understand their needs and makes recommendations accordingly.

While she was earning her degree, Brittany was a WCU cheerleader and the vice president of the ASID and IIDA affiliated WCU’s Interior Design Club. Post graduation, Brittany has become a world traveler, spending her last summer in France, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, and Norway.  In her free time, Brittany is a practicing artist, likes to indulge in wine and food pairing events, and tries to immerse herself in the rich culture of Asheville.

Kenneth Trumbauer

Kenneth is originally from Philadelphia PA and moved to Miami FL to study fashion merchandising and design at International Fine Arts College. Upon graduation, Kenneth was the Visual Merchandising Associate for Saks Fifth Avenue in Bal Harbour, FL. Since then he enjoyed a career as Visual Merchandising Manager for numerous upscale retailers including Neiman Marcus and Biltmore Estate here in Asheville NC. Kenneth is now applying his merchandising and design experience to assisting clients with their home projects.

During his free time Kenneth and his partner Rob enjoy cooking and dining out, gardening, caring for their numerous dogs and cats, and simply enjoying good wine with friends and family.

Hurt Douglas

Since 2007 Hurt has managed the delivery and shipping services at Four Corners Home. Ask any customer who has had a delivery from Four Corners Home and they will tell you how much they love meeting Hurt. He regularly goes out of his way to make the delivery service exceed the customer expectations.

Hurt along with his partner Peter moved to Asheville from Florida where Hurt worked for Ritz Carlton. They love living here and spending time with friends.

Hurt loves music and a visit to our warehouse will always be filled with background tracks from Lady Gaga, Madonna and any other music with an infectious beat.

Josh Szarek

Born in Dearborn, MI, Josh has a wealth of warehouse and delivery experience under his belt. He joined the delivery team in 2010. Josh prides himself on doing a great job and customers love his attention to detail.

In his free time, Josh enjoys hiking in the mountains around Asheville, attending to his garden, gem collecting, listening to live music and wood working.