The Ionic Team

    D. Eugene Thompson

    D. Eugene Thompson

    President/Founder/Sr. Architect

    D. Eugene Thompson brings an innovative approach to architecture and design. As the founder of Ionic DeZign Studios, he has achieved distinction throughout the community as a theorist, artist, teacher and architect.

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    Regaina Thompson

    Regaina Thompson

    Vice President

    Regaina studied business management at Oklahoma State University. Serving as Vice President, her responsibilities include general business administration, oversight and management of the firm’s finances and human resources

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    Dahlia Washington

    Dahlia Washington

    Director of Restaurant Architecture

    Dahlia joined IONIC at the onset of her career as an Intern Architect which allowed her to strategically tailor her education while gaining valuable field experience.

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    William Henry Harris III

    William Henry Harris III

    Director of Religious Architecture

    “Harry” Harris founded William Henry Harris & Associates (WHHA) in 1983 after working with other Virginia architectural firms for several years. With a focus on the design of Sacred Space, he has served more than 300 churches in the central and Tidewater Virginia regions.

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    Aaron Payne

    Aaron Payne

    Associate Architect

    A native of Richmond, Virginia, Aaron Payne attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, obtaining his professional degree in 2015. He started his architectural career with IONIC in the Spring of 2016.

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    Bart McElfresh

    Bart McElfresh

    Project Manager

    The hallmark of Bart’s design work is the creativity and resourcefulness to successfully resolve technical design requirements while achieving and maintaining a high degree of aesthetic appeal on a project.

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    Gideon Thompson

    Gideon Thompson

    Director of Operations

    Gideon has done a little bit of everything in his eight years with IONIC. He is responsible for all things in the finance and human resources departments, but loves supporting the DeZign staff in any way.

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    Carol Curtis

    Carol Curtis

    Carol Curtis joined Ionic DeZign Studios, Inc. in December 2021 as a Contractor Administrator. Carol brings more than 30 years general contracting and construction experience to the IONIC team, including all type of Federal, State and Commercial projects.

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    Nicholas Rumsey

    Nicholas Rumsey

    Nicholas Rumsey is a 24 year old American, and has been living in Brazil for 15 years. He graduated from Architecture and Urban Design school at the Federal University of Paraná, where he discovered and nurtured my passion for architecture.

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    April Vertrees

    April Vertrees

    Director of Marketing

    April joined the IONIC team in November, 2022. Prior to joining IONIC she ran her own company and before that she spent five years in marketing and administrative rolls.

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    Daniele Garcia

    Daniele Garcia

    Associate Architect

    Originally from Brazil, Daniele completed her Bachelor of Science in Architecture and Urbanism in 2010. Prior to her relocation to the United States and her current position with IONIC, Daniele ran her own Architecture firm, where she worked on planning and executing many architectural and interior design projects in South America.

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    Abel Peter

    Abel Peter

    Architectural Associate

    An experienced architectural designer with a passion for creating innovative and sustainable building designs. Abel has 3 years of experience in the field, working on a wide range of projects including mass social housing, urban planning, residential and interior design.

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    DeZignosaurus Rex

    DeZignosaurus Rex

    Creative Muse

    DeZignosaurus Rex is an IONIC veteran, encouraging the team to step away from lackluster or uninspired designs, and up our collective game.

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    Join Our Team

    As our firm continues to grow and adapt, our focus remains on our mission of designing and creating quality projects that bring our client’s vision for their buildings to life. From the simplest project to the most complex and challenging one, our staff and designers are enthusiastic and devoted to each project’s success.

    Now that you know a little about our team and our story – we’d like to hear yours! We are always looking for creative, talented architects and designers to join our team, and we welcome the opportunity to discuss your experiences and projects.

    Tell us a little about yourself, and share your story, your resume and your portfolio.

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