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Leslie McGwire ASID Allied (American Society of Interior Designer) has over 40 years in business development, commercial interior design, equipment, furniture sales and marketing services with retail and jewelry-based businesses. She provides national “Concept to Completion” turnkey design services. She has won over 25 national design awards, including the prestigious Salon Today and INSTORE Jewelry Store awards. Leslie is the president of Leslie McGwire & Associates (LMA): Jewelry Store Interior Design Company in West Bloomfield, MI.     Leslie is the president of Leslie McGwire & Associates (LMA): Jewelry Store Interior Design Company in West Bloomfield, MI. Through her leadership style and credible experience, Leslie McGwire shows her team how to best support the positive image and reputation of the brands and products. In addition to providing her own responsive, high-level talent, Leslie inspires her team to perform beyond their goals and deliver beyond the client’s expectations.These services include but are not limited to spatial planning using AutoCAD and PDF to optimize customer flow; creation of unique color palettes, wall/flooring treatments, custom cabinetry & furniture options; ceiling design; general & specialized lighting placements highlighting the jewelry; and project coordination with architects & contractors from initial drafts to final execution.Lighting is a very important, yet often overlooked aspect of your space’s functionality and performance. Lighting helps create the overall environment in your business. When using LED lighting, choosing focal point chandeliers or decorative sconces makes a significant difference in your overall design and sales.Leslie knows that the importance of flooring for your employees’ along with your customers comfort as well as maintenance and visual impact are very important when it comes to flooring in any commercial space. We utilize our knowledge and keep your needs in mind when choosing durable options for a professional use for your customers. Accessorizing whether it is an art piece on the POS desk, or framed art behind a chair, or a fresh floral arrangement, your business look is completed through its smallest details. We can offer you the accessories and accents you need to complete a picture-perfect image for your store.Leslie is the author of The Centurion Jewelry Store Design Guide. She has a passion to create environments that inspires both customers and staff.