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# Our Story

**Once upon a time…**

In 1991 in Roseville, California, Corporate Design Group, Inc., was established with a vision of providing its clients with turnkey solutions from project inception through construction and beyond.

This happens by way of creative design work, reliable resources, and best business practices. Not only have we achieved this vision, but over the years have found many new and innovative ways to deliver those services.

Functionality and productivity are key. However, we believe that design should be creative and tailored to each client's specific goals and project vision. Built on the idea that one size does not fit all, and that no two projects are ever the same, CDG succeeds at combining expertise with innovation.

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## Meet Our Leadership Team

**At CDG our team is powered by mutual respect, quality of character, open interaction and a synergy that empowers individuals and inspires creative thinking.**

Our culture translates into strong working and personal relationships. Simply put, we care about who we work with, where we work, and the value of the product we deliver. The result is inspired design and satisfied, loyal clients.

![Christine Horton](https://www.corporatedesigngroup.com/hubfs/Christine%20H%20Heashot.jpg "Christine Horton")

**Connect with Christine**

- [Email](mailto:chorton@corporatedesigngroup.com)
- [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-horton-ncidq-ccidc-4013746)

Christine Horton, Principal, Design Director  
Certified Interior Designer #6155

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As Design Director, seeing the job completed successfully is Christine's constant goal and has been for over 25 years.  The joy of achievement is its own reward for her, as Christine enjoys the fluidity of this work. Whether it's managing the various projects, coordinating installations, or coming up with innovative design solutions, Christine’s approach is always professional, thorough and communicated with detailed clarity.

The world of art came naturally to Christine, who found that form of self-expression early in childhood. Drawing and painting were her true passion and source of pride fueling her to become an art major at California State University, Sacramento. It was through this art program that she ultimately discovered the field of Interior Design. She realized that she could be creative in the business world and this reality changed her focus.

Christine began as an intern at CDG while majoring in Interior Design with a minor in Fine Art and has been working as a Designer at CDG since 1997. This opportunity has allowed her to grow and develop a very rewarding career.

At CDG, Christine embraces the philosophy that no one is an island. She inspires teamwork and has a passion for accomplishment. Christine thrives on variety and enjoys that no two projects are the same. Working at CDG allows her the balance in life to have a fulfilling career and a family that thrives.

The work Christine does at CDG offers diverse experiences and challenges. She is most proud of the project that CDG did for the Kiwanis Family House, which is a facility with a similar purpose to the Ronald McDonald House. Christine and her team were able to obtain donations from many of their vendors which contributed greatly to the success of the project. Together, CDG helped a lot of families by creating comfortable, peaceful spaces for them during difficult times.

**EDUCATION**  
California State University, Sacramento, CA  
Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design  
Sierra College, Rocklin CA AA in Liberal Arts

**AFFILIATIONS**  
NCIDQ  
CCIDC  
BOMA - Building Owners and Managers Association of Sacramento & the Central Valley

[Read More](https://www.corporatedesigngroup.com/about-us/our-story#) about Christine Horton

![Carol E. Little](https://www.corporatedesigngroup.com/hubfs/Carol%20L%20Headshot.jpg "Carol E. Little")

Carol E. Little, CEO, IIDA  
Certified Interior Designer #0682 

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Interior design has always been Carol’s career, and she brings a lifelong passion for design to every project. Since founding CDG in 1991, she has guided the firm to focus specifically on the design of commercial, healthcare, and senior living facilities. Carol brings experienced creativity to CDG projects through space planning, and the ability to work directly with manufacturers to accomplish customized design solutions when it best serves the client to do so, as well as negotiating project discounts for turnkey installed solutions. Under her leadership, the firms focus is always on service and client satisfaction.

CDG’s project work has shaped many aspects of the built environment in this region. Carol oversees a team of equally committed designers, each working towards a united goal of, “creating unique interior solutions of exceptional value”. She is a certified interior designer, and a licensed general contractor, and believes women have a lot to offer the construction industry.

Carol is an advocate for community involvement, and volunteerism is as much a part of her daily life as running her business because she wants the community where she lives, works and plays, to be the best it can be. Carol is a graduate of the Leadership Roseville Program (2015 Class) where she furthered her education of the city she lives in, and its unique challenges and opportunities. She currently serves her Soroptimist club in the capacity of committee chairperson for the Gifting Committee overseeing the Live Your Dream, and Dream Grants programs and the Endowment Fund, and is a member of the 100+ Women Who Care Placer County organization.

**AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS**  
Women Who Mean Business Honoree – 2021, Sacramento Business Journal  
Women of Influence Award, Design & Architecture Category - 2019, Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW)  
DPI – Business of Design | Best Practices Network – 2006, National Honoree as Member of the Year for industry contributions.  
Contributing guest writer, “Interior Design Clients, The Designer’s Guide to Building and Keeping a Great Clientele’, by Tom Williams 2010

**AFFILIATIONS & BOARD POSITIONS**  
IIDA, International Interior Design Association, Professional Member  
CCIDC – California Council of Interior Design Certification, Certified Interior Designer  
CSLB, California. State License Board, Licensed (B)  
AIA – American Institute of Architects, Member and Past Board Member - Allied  
LPGA Amateur, Sacramento, Member & Board Director  
Soroptimist / Greater Sacramento - Past President  
BOMA- Building Owners & Managers Association, Sacramento since 1986, Past Board Member, Allied Director

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> “The team at Corporate Design Group are best in class. They are responsive, proactive and deliver a great final product. They have mastered the art of under promising and over performing. I would highly recommend CDG for any of your design needs. “

Lance Tate, Tate Development + Investment

## In the Community

Through our involvement with industry partners, professional associations, and regional affiliations, CDG promotes teamwork, gains expertise, and fosters community involvement.

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