Laura Johnson

Laura Johnson

Lead Designer

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  • About me

    color, textiles, materials, design, sustainability and research | WELL AP™ | LEED® Green Associate™

  • Education

    • Rhode Island School of Design

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      Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Textiles
    • Parsons School of Design - The New School

      2020 - 2020
      Certificate Healthier Materials and Sustainable Buildings

      This 4-course online learning program explains the relationship between building materials and the human body and how the choices we make as designers can change people’s lives. The first course in the program gives an introduction to human health and the effects of toxics on our bodies, material basics and what contributes to indoor environment air quality. Course 2 presents toxicity and hazards and the impact of green chemistry on innovation in the chemical industry. Course 3 outlines the… Show more This 4-course online learning program explains the relationship between building materials and the human body and how the choices we make as designers can change people’s lives. The first course in the program gives an introduction to human health and the effects of toxics on our bodies, material basics and what contributes to indoor environment air quality. Course 2 presents toxicity and hazards and the impact of green chemistry on innovation in the chemical industry. Course 3 outlines the paths to designing healthier built environments, from defining health and project goals to finding healthier products. Finally, in Course 4 the discussion surrounds the creation of a framework to facilitate the implementation and execution of healthier products, enabling change making and changemakers! Show less

  • Experience

    • Wolf-Gordon

      Dec 2011 - Nov 2014
      Lead Designer

      Responsible for all product development. Designed and colored wallcovering, textiles, drapery and paint.

    • LGJ Design

      Jun 2014 - now
      Color and Design Consultant

      Color Material Finish Designer providing expertise in color and surfaces for interiors. Upholstery, walls and floors. Textile Design. Trend Forecasting. Commercial, Residential and Healthcare markets.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • WELL Accredited Professional

      International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)
      Aug 2018
    • Foundations in Design Thinking

      IDEO U
      Apr 2022
      View certificate certificate
    • LEED Green Associate

      U.S. Green Building Council
      Jan 2023
  • Volunteer Experience

    • mural designer

      Issued by New York Cares
      New York CaresAssociated with Laura Johnson