About

Caylee found joy in creative pursuits from a young age, immersing herself in her grandfather’s world of home building. She studied floor plans with enthusiasm and looked forward to trips to Home Depot with her father, experiences that ignited her lifelong passion for design.

After graduating from Auburn University in 2016 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Caylee honed her skills in design principles, color theory and spatial planning. Her solid educational foundation enables her to bring innovative concepts to life.

Caylee joined Heidi Core’s team in 2019, further enriching her knowledge in interior design across diverse project types including residential, corporate, healthcare, hospitality and retail. She enjoys collaborating with clients, seamlessly incorporating their unique styles into comfortable, functional spaces.

As a LEED Green Associate and Registered Interior Designer, Caylee stays current on industry trends as an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and International Interior Design Association. Outside of work, she finds inspiration in nature, adventure and spending time with her husband Michael and yellow lab Charlie.

Jenny’s artistic talents emerged at an early age, recognized through awards and acceptance into magnet school arts programs. Her commitment to the arts continued through high school and college, culminating in a Bachelor’s Degree in Studio Art from the University of South Florida.

After relocating to Birmingham in 2010, Jenny gained over 9 years of experience consulting for a commercial art company. There she managed projects and curated custom art collections for
businesses and private homes. Since 2019, she has worked independently in collaboration with award-winning designer Heidi Core.

Jenny feels grateful for the exciting artistic journey that allows her to positively impact clients through unique projects. Outside of curating art collections, she spends time with family, drawing inspiration from her husband Jameson and two children.

Meg sees potential in every space. With degrees in Marketing and Interior Design, she skillfully blends aesthetic appeal and functionality, gently nudging clients beyond their comfort zones. Her personable approach and 13 years’ experience in commercial design make the creative process fun for all involved.

In addition to running her busy practice, Meg mentors women entrepreneurs and serves as a Bible Study leader. She holds NCIDQ certification and actively participates in the Alabama Chapter of the International Interior Design Association.

Scott Patrick Phillips brings over 30 years of architectural experience across diverse project types. His healthcare, commercial, academic and government work totals over $600 million in construction costs. Scott holds a Bachelor of Architecture and Bachelor of Science in Building Construction from Auburn University.

Originally from Huntsville, Scott relocated to Birmingham in the 1990s through an Auburn urban design program. This led to an internship and subsequent healthcare projects that honed his skills in complex renovations and cutting-edge medical facilities. His cultural revival work in Birmingham’s Avondale neighborhood has received national media attention.

Outside of architecture, Scott spends time with his wife Heather and three kids. He has volunteered extensively with the local Cub Scouts and served on the Board of the South Highland Child Development Center. Scott achieved structural masonry certification in 1996 and completed California’s disaster response training program in 2011. In 2015, he teamed up with Heidi Core Design on an adaptive home build for injured veteran Noah Galloway.

Madison Best is a senior at Samford University, pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design with a minor in General Business. Originally from Savannah, Georgia, she plans to remain in the Birmingham area after graduating in April 2024.

An active member of the Epsilon Xi chapter of Delta Delta Delta sorority, Madison has served in leadership roles such as Director of Risk Management and Wellness and currently holds the position of Collegiate Chapter President. She is also an Arts Ambassador for Samford’s School of the Arts.

In her free time, Madison enjoys an active lifestyle with interests in working out, cooking, playing tennis and golf. Her design expertise coupled with strong business acumen makes her a promising talent in the field of interior design.