Interior Design

Check out the latest MSU commercial

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Check out the latest MSU commercial cem123 Tuesday, September 9, 2025 - 9:13 am

MSU interior design students receive Hospitality Industry Network scholarships

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MSU interior design students receive Hospitality Industry Network scholarships amw1419 Monday, September 8, 2025 - 1:27 pm

Dr. Tarlan Abazari

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Dr. Tarlan Abazari cem123 Tuesday, September 2, 2025 - 3:12 pm

Visiting Assistant Professor

tabazari@caad.msstate.edu662-325-0530

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Interior Design

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Interior Design

Gabriella Sutherland

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Gabriella Sutherland cem123 Monday, August 4, 2025 - 8:36 am 2023

Why did you choose CAAD at MSU?

The built environment has always been important to me, as well as being able to pursue interdisciplinary approaches in design. The program CAAD offered allowed me to experience both traditional and contemporary design practices, in addition to offering a very challenging studio environment that I knew would push me to be the best I could be—both in individual projects, as well as collaborative ones.

Favorite spot on campus?

Third floor of Mitchell Memorial Library, or the atrium in Giles Hall.

If you could go back and tell your high school self one thing, what would it be?

You don’t have to have it all figured out. Stay curious, and trust your instincts. One day we’re going to be where we’re supposed to be.

These are a few of my favorite things….

Sketchbooks, explorative art, chai tea, studio nights, photography, writing, cognitive science, cool earrings, big words, cities, and people who love what they do.

Interior Design

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Carey Robertson

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Carey Robertson cem123 Monday, June 30, 2025 - 2:29 pm

Administrative Assistant I

crobertson@caad.msstate.edu662-325-0530

Major

Interior Design

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Interior Design

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Gabriella M. Sutherland

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Gabriella M. Sutherland rmc573 Tuesday, April 1, 2025 - 9:24 am Student

Photo by Grace Cockrell

Gabriella Sutherland is passionate about the relationship between a person’s physical environment and their well-being.

Describing some past struggles, she said, “I became aware of how much my environment influenced my well-being and how profoundly it could support my health when thoughtfully designed,” she said.

A home-schooled native of Jackson, Sutherland said her house was one of those helpful places.

“My mother is very artistic, and our house was always very beautiful,” she said.

In contrast, Sutherland felt that many healthcare facilities she visited didn’t inspire wellness.

“I think that people underestimate not only just what general beauty does for people’s health but also how specific design can aid how you function, your attention and your overall health and wellness,” she said. “In my mind, beauty and thoughtful design have always been deeply interconnected.”

Now a junior at MSU, Sutherland is a double major in interior design and psychology. She has found beauty in her current college home of Starkville and said she especially loves the architecture on campus.

Her favorite place where she spends most of her time, though, is the library.

As a member of the Library Advisory Student Board, she serves as the student representative, sitting in on faculty meetings.

“I’m hoping to serve in this role until I graduate,” she said. “I enjoy it a lot.”

After graduation, Sutherland plans to continue her studies through a master’s degree in environmental psychology.

“It’s those two things married together,” she said, “The study of how physical environments influence the human psyche, how individuals interact with their surroundings and the effects these interactions have on their well-being.”

Sutherland believes there is a lot of research lacking in the area of classroom climate, especially for primary and secondary education—and she hopes to help.

“Often, students are in spaces that fail to support and uplift everyone equally. If you have a learning disability or you are neurodivergent, the typical classroom is not designed for you.”

Through research and future projects, Sutherland said she aspires to address gaps in classroom design and advocate for spaces that uplift all students, regardless of their neurodiversity or abilities.

“I envision a career where my work not only fosters beauty but also empowers people to thrive in their environments,” she said. “And I hope I can make a meaningful impact by combining my passions to create spaces that promote well-being and inclusivity.”

Photo by Grace Cockrell

By Christie McNeal on March 14, 2025

Interior Design

Bethany Chesteen

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Bethany Chesteen cem123 Friday, July 26, 2024 - 10:44 am 2024

Why did you choose CAAD at MSU?

I chose CAAD at MSU, specifically the interior design program, because I wanted to be able to express my creativity in a structured way. Before I started the program, I didn't realize just how much interior designers do to help people each day. Once I learned more, I knew it was the major for me! I love that our classes are so small because we all really get to know each other. It's so encouraging to always know that we are so willing to help one another. All the students and faculty are so passionate about their work, which is very uplifting.

Favorite spot on campus?

Besides the studio of course, my favorite spot on campus is Chadwick lake—especially at sunset! It's such a beautiful place to wind down at the end of a long day.

If you could go back and tell your high school self one thing, what would it be?

If I could go back and tell my high school self one thing, it would be to trust the Lord's plan for my life and not to doubt myself and my work so much. Everything will work out in time!

These are a few of my favorite things...

A few of my favorite things are baking, my cat Rosie, rom-coms, shopping, and Diet Coke.

Interior Design

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Interior Design Senior Exhibit

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Interior Design Senior Exhibit Interior Design rmc573 Thursday, April 18, 2024 - 11:48 am No2024-04-20T10:00:00-0500 2024-04-20T12:00:00-0500 Animal Industries Annex Wise Ctr Dr, Starkville, MS 39759

Interior Design Senior Exhibit

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Interior Design Senior Exhibit Interior Design rmc573 Thursday, April 18, 2024 - 11:39 am No2024-04-19T14:30:00-0500 2024-04-19T17:00:00-0500 Animal Industries Annex Wise Ctr Dr, Starkville, MS 39759

21 Questions with CAAD: Jeff Fulton

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21 Questions with CAAD: Jeff Fulton rmc573 Tuesday, November 21, 2023 - 2:57 pm

Jeff Fulton is an assistant professor of interior design at �� State University.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dpdNFJdB2cM&t=1s

Major

Interior Design