Kendrae Hunter

About

Portrait of Kendrae Hunter

I’m Kendrae Hunter, an interior designer based in Austin, Texas. I graduated in May 2026 from Academy of Art University with a CIDA-accredited BFA in Interior Architecture & Design. Before design, I served five years in the U.S. Army (2015–2020) as a Logistics, Supply and Armor Specialist.

I’m fascinated by how design influences mood, behavior and wellness. I focus on wellness-driven, functional and inspiring residential and commercial spaces that don’t just look beautiful but actively improve the health and welfare of the people who use them. I believe thoughtful design should be accessible to everyone: spaces that nurture connection, support well-being and celebrate individuality.

Whether I’m developing a multisensory biophilic ecosystem for a farm-to-table restaurant or a master suite that blends neoclassical elegance with contemporary living, my goal is to design spaces that are as restorative as they are inspiring. I use biophilic design principles, natural light, organic materials and earthy textures to bring nature and balance into every environment.

As I keep growing in this field, I’m committed to learning, exploring and creating designs that make a positive, lasting impact on people’s lives.

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Path

  1. 2026 – presentPilates InstructorTeaching how bodies move, rest and recover, which ties into my wellness-driven design focus.
  2. Spring 2026Academy of Art University Spring ShowExhibited NOOK, the Zoox × Autodesk sponsored micro-mobility pod.
  3. May 2026BFA, Interior Architecture & DesignAcademy of Art University, a CIDA-accredited program.
  4. 2015 – 2020U.S. Army, Logistics, Supply & Armor SpecialistFive years of service in logistics, supply and armor.

Education

BFA, Interior Architecture & Design (CIDA-accredited)

Academy of Art University, May 2026

Skills

  • Space planning
  • Hand drafting & sketching
  • ADA & universal design
  • CMF & material selection
  • Construction documents
  • Site analysis & planning

Software

  • Revit
  • AutoCAD
  • SketchUp
  • Adobe Creative Suite