Shelby Barker

Shelby Barker is an accomplished Interior Designer at Mackey Mitchell Architects since June 2018, where responsibilities include design documentation, finish palette selection, rendering, detailing, and client presentations. Initially starting as the Materials Library Coordinator and Interior Design Support, Shelby transitioned to full-time project work, demonstrating expertise in furniture selection and construction administration. Prior experience includes participation in IIDA Mentor Day with Louer Facility Planning and a shadowing experience with R-S Products, Inc., providing valuable industry insights. Additionally, Shelby served as Editor in Chief for The Odyssey from August 2015 to June 2017, managing a team of writers and overseeing content quality. Shelby holds a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, earned in 2018.