Sarah Barker, IIDA, NCIDQ

Sarah aka “Barker” brings a wealth of expertise to every project she undertakes. Her journey began with a background in marketing and brand development, enriching her understanding of the symbiotic relationship between space and brand identity. Throughout her career, Sarah has honed her skills across a diverse spectrum, ranging from commercial and hospitality to residential interior design, seamlessly blending functionality and aesthetics. As an NCIDQ certified professional, she continually seeks to push boundaries of design. She approaches each project with enthusiasm and a commitment to excellence.

Sarah has been with the Rocky Mountain Chapter of IIDA since 2005, and as a member of the board, she played an integral role in establishing graphic standards that have been recognized at the international level. As a CoFounder and Executive Director of Denver Does Design, she dedicated several years to increasing connectivity within the design community and successfully co-chaired the inaugural YIP Award event to celebrate Young Industry Professionals in a variety of design occupations.

Firmly believing that concept is central to forging strong connections in design, she embarked on a mission to redefine the landscape of interior aesthetics. In 2020, she founded Central Design Company with this philosophy at its core, offering an array of home and office goods crafted to resonate deeply with a variety of themes. Since its inception, Central has expanded its presence across new locations while broadening its offerings to include not only an extensive line of goods but a variety of art collections, greenery walls and signage solutions aimed at fostering meaningful connections through design.