RACHEL PASSAUER

At Floresta Partners, Rachael works with clients on projects to develop both renderings and design development drawings. In this role she works to assist our clients in bringing their brands to life in a physical space.

Providing an important role in managing our project delivery schedule, Rachael assist in the development of design standards for numerous national account projects. 

Prior to joining Floresta Partners, Rachael worked for various firms in the Columbus area. In those roles she worked with several large national brands to assist in the development of detailed design drawings. While attending Kent State University Rachael held an internship with the Buildings and Properties department of the Cleveland Clinic. While there her role was to assess common areas within each of the Clinic buildings, use that information to create excel worksheets for use in common area assessments. In addition, she assisted in furniture estimates and modifying layouts for current and future projects

Rachael’s knowledge of numerous software programs such as Revit, AutoCAD, Enscape, Sketchup and Adobe Creative Suite allows her to provide a wide range of services for our clients. Starting from the schematic design phase of a project Rachael works directly with clients from design intent sets through completing the design development drawings. This process allows our clients to work with one person on the design process to quickly and effectively complete projects. 

Outside of the design industry, Rachael has worked at a local winery as well as a local children’s resident summer camp. During her roles as Assistant Director she was responsible for training of the summer staff, supervise and evaluate all specialty counselors in their respective area and coordinate camp wide activities. 

Originally from Northwestern Pennsylvania, Rachael graduated magna cum laude from Kent State University with a BA in Interior Design.

While not working, Rachael enjoys her time with family, friends, and her dog Bentley. She has volunteered at the opening ceremonies for Pelotonia, as well as at the Humane Society of Madison County and Mid-Ohio Food Bank. Around Columbus, Rachael likes going to Blue Jackets games, concerts, and as many of the Broadway in Columbus shows as she can.