Design Dreams in Motion: Chase’s Journey

Chase is turning his passion for interior design into a promising career. A senior at Patterson Mill High School, Chase joined our Work-Based Learning Experience (WBLE) with a clear goal to work in interior design. He found his ideal placement at Harford Home Interiors, where he’s thriving in a role that combines creativity and business.

Chase has taken on every challenge with enthusiasm including hands-on furniture refurbishing, managing the store’s social media, and processing customer orders. One of his most impactful projects was refurbishing a piece of furniture for a charity auction benefiting local homeless shelters. The experience reinforced his passion for design and gave him the confidence to pursue a career in the field.

Chase’s dedication hasn’t gone unnoticed. His supervisor is now training him to become a project manager. Once his internship ends, Chase will transition to a part-time role at Harford Home Interiors, continuing to grow his skills.

Looking ahead, Chase has applied to the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. If accepted, he plans to continue working remotely with Harford Home Interiors while pursuing his studies. His coordinator, Lisa shares, “Chase is never one to shy away from the challenges given and will ask questions to make sure he is meeting expectations. I fully expect that Chase will be a huge name in interior design. Maybe even on HGTV.”