NDW 2024
Calendar of Events

Day One:
Happy Hour Session

Fiction to fabrication:

The Mary Louise DesigN Story

Join us for an inspiring panel discussing how a fictional character, Mary Louise, shaped the design of the Tempo by Hilton in Nashville.

PANEL DISCUSSION: INTERIOR DESIGN

Day one   

MONDAY, oct 28

Happy Hour Session, 5:00 pm-6:30 pm
Tempo by Hilton
127 Rosa L Parks Blvd, Nashville, TN 37203

hosted by:

ESa + BELL Construction

contributors:
  • Rebecca Ozols Goss, BELL Construction's first female owner and Vice President of Growth & Strategy, spearheads the company's development and marketing initiatives. She is an award-winning leader in the industry and actively contributes to the community through various board memberships and fundraising efforts.

  • With 16 years of professional experience, Tausha excels in capturing dynamic portraits and compelling advertising images for clients ranging from local personalities to Fortune 500 executives and celebrities. Her work is characterized by a blend of creativity, technical expertise, and an unwavering commitment to creating a positive, engaging atmosphere in every photoshoot.

  • Emily Goodin is a Nashville-based Wardrobe Stylist and Creative Director who began her fashion career by opening a boutique in Chattanooga in 2006, quickly becoming known for her expertise in styling. After moving to Nashville in 2015, she expanded into commercial styling, working with high-profile clients and launching the imagery and art agency, Linebender, in 2023, where she now serves as owner, creative director, and stylist.

  • Haley Beckham-Shetty is an accomplished residential interior designer and entrepreneur who founded Bex Interiors in Nashville, TN. Her portfolio includes a wide range of high-profile residential projects, Tempo Hotel by Hilton, Field Trip Health Clinics, and more! She also serves as Operations Chair for Nashville Design Week and remains deeply engaged in her community.

  • Haley Robbins is a professional fashion and commercial model known for her versatility and vibrant personality, with experience in high-profile campaigns and top fashion shows. Beyond modeling, she is passionate about health and fitness, as well as nurturing towards her love for the arts in every sense of the term.

  • Kirsten Vaselaar, SVP of Real Estate and Development at HRI Hospitality led the development of the Tempo by Hilton, a 306-room hotel in downtown Nashville. With 18 years at HRIH, she has overseen various hospitality and residential projects, all focused on place-making and engaging design.

Mary Louise was a 1970s music icon brought to life by a multidisciplinary team of creators. Attendees will learn about the process for creating this identity and how blending narrative and design can lead to authentic outcomes. Don’t miss this innovative exploration of how storytelling can transform architecture, interiors, branding and more.