Ginger Rabe

CO-FOUNDER

Ginger is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in interior design and design-build, bringing a wealth of knowledge, formal education, and a strong passion for her craft.

Throughout her 20+ career, Ginger has been featured in prestigious publications like Modern Lux Magazine, Discover Magazine, Kitchen & Bath Magazine, and California Homes Magazine, among others. She is not only a designer but also the owner of Seaside Drafting & Design, where she applies her drafting/design skills to develop construction documents for homes and other spaces, ensuring they meet city approval for development. Additionally, she co-owns Design Coach Collective, a venture dedicated to nurturing the next generation of interior designers.

Ginger’s influence extends to academia, where she serves as a college professor in the architecture department, sharing her knowledge and expertise with aspiring designers. She also gives talks on design and build, and has served on the board of the Southern California National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA). Her academic achievements include a Master’s Degree in the Built Environment with an Emphasis in Sustainability from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia.

Her versatility in design allows her to adapt to any style, and she remains deeply involved in every project, and leading her team. Outside of work Ginger is involved with her family and community.

Tamara Romeo

CO-FOUNDER

Tamara Romeo has masterfully combined over 15 years at the helm of her commercial interior design firm with a decades-long career in print advertising. As a seasoned business branding specialist, she has become a trailblazer in San Diego’s interior design scene. Her innovative strategies have redefined spaces ranging from offices and workspaces to multi-family and student housing developments across San Diego, Las Vegas, and the US, transforming them into places where people not only exist but truly thrive.

Tamara’s journey began in 2010 with the founding of San Diego Office Design, specializing in creating workspaces that foster culture, connection, and branding. Her passion for blending the comfort of residential environments into commercial spaces gave birth to what her team refers to as “resi-mercial design.” This evolution in focus led to the creation of Southcoast Design Group, a firm that embodies the best attributes of all environments they have crafted.

Featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, San Diego Magazine, The San Diego Business Journal, and Modern Luxury Magazine, Tamara has been recognized with several honors, including “Business Woman of the Year,” “Best Interior Designers of 2019,” “Women of Influence in Architecture and Design in 2022,” and “Women of Influence in Construction in 2024.”

A fervent advocate of Kai Zen—the art of continuous improvement—Tamara invests heavily in ongoing education for herself and her talented team. A proud alumna of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program and the Turner School of Project Management, she is committed to constantly advancing her team’s skills and expertise.

Outside of her professional life, Tamara is an enthusiastic animal lover and an avid traveler with a deep affinity for ancient history. Her travels to exotic locations worldwide not only enrich her life but also infuse her designs with authenticity and depth. Ask her about her latest global adventure—she loves to share her stories!