Background

We Are a Culmination of Our Experiences.

Ever since I can remember, I’ve been passionate about design, documenting experiences, and capturing the world through photography. Attention to detail and genuine curiosity have always guided my work. Growing up in Portland, Oregon, I immersed myself in different cultures, savored global cuisine, and marveled at stunning architecture—sparking a lifelong fascination with how people live and create.

My curiosity and love of language began early. At Montessori School, I explored freely and started learning Spanish, followed by French in sixth grade. While working at the original Koji Osaka-ya restaurant, I studied Japanese and became Portland’s first female white sushi chef. The artistry, balance, and precision of Japanese Zen culture shaped not only my approach to food, but my eye for design and detail.

A summer job at a casino-hotel in Lake Tahoe unexpectedly led me to California, where I earned my degree in architectural design, built my career, and started a family with my Italian-American husband. A long-anticipated trip to France deepened my connection to my own roots and strengthened my love of French culture, cuisine, and architecture.

Over the years, I’ve balanced professional design work with volunteering, guiding our two boys, and exploring the world together. Traveling has deepened our appreciation for craftsmanship, architecture, regional food, and cultural nuance. Languages, etiquette, and storytelling remain central to our lives—and to the work I do today.

After years in commercial architecture, I took a bold leap to start my own business while prioritizing family. Alongside guiding our two boys, we traveled widely, deepening our appreciation for craftsmanship, architecture, regional food, and cultural nuance. Languages, etiquette, and storytelling remain central to our lives—and to the work I do today.

Over time, AMG Inspired evolved from design into a multidisciplinary practice blending Travel • Living • Design. Naturally, I began sharing research and insights through Inspired Guides. Today, I create luxury travel experiences for clients who value quality, authenticity, and artistry—transformative journeys that delight, inspire, and create lasting memories.

Let’s connect and craft the experiences you’ve been imagining.