Garvin Design Group Welcomes New Office Manager Kate Hughes

Garvin Design Group is excited to announce the hiring of Kate Hughes as the firm’s new Office Manager. Kate has a strong history with the firm, having previously served as a marketing intern in the summers of 2022 and 2023. In May 2024, she graduated from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) with a Bachelor's in Business Administration with a major in Marketing and a minor in Entrepreneurship.

In addition to her marketing internships at Garvin Design Group, Kate’s professional experience includes administrative and customer service roles in various service industries. Combined with her organizational and communication strengths, these particular skills make her exceptionally well-suited for the Office Manager role.

"We are thrilled to have Kate join our team in this new capacity," said Scott Garvin, President of Garvin Design Group. "Her previous experience in our studio and her congenial attitude make her the perfect fit to manage our office’s day-to-day operations."

In her new role, Kate will oversee administrative functions, coordinate internal communications, and support the firm’s operations across departments. Her combination of creative and operational skills is a tremendous asset to the Garvin Design Group team.

About Garvin Design Group: Celebrating its 21st anniversary this year, Garvin Design Group offers comprehensive planning and design services for a variety of project types and sizes.  From master planning and programming to interior up-fits and new construction, Garvin Design Group strives to provide client-driven design solutions throughout South Carolina. The firm of 22 people has completed more than $1 billion worth of projects since its founding in 2003. GDG’s contributions to the community and the profession earned it the American Institute of Architects – South Carolina’s (AIA SC) 2019 Firm Award, the Columbia Chamber’s 2020 Small Business of the Year Award, and recognition as a 2021 and 2022 Top 3 Best in Business Award from SC Business Monthly. For more information, visit www.garvindesigngroup.com.