Designing spaces where people learn, grow, and connect.

Who We Are

Maraye Design Studio is a woman-owned, MBE and EDGE-certified firm led by Lannetta V. Knotts, NCIDQ. Since 2010, we’ve partnered with architects, schools, and civic leaders to create flexible, compliant, and inspiring environments for education, libraries, and public works.

Since 2010, we’ve partnered with architects across Ohio to shape over 100 spaces for learning and collaboration.

What We Stand For

Collaboration: We work hand-in-hand with architects and facility managers.
Compliance Confidence: State funding, ADA, and procurement expertise.
Innovation with Purpose: Future-ready design that balances creativity with function.
Representation: Woman-owned, DBE, MBE, EDGE-certified.

Our Impact

15+ years serving architects and educators • 30+ institutional projects • 25,000+ students impacted

Leadership

Mandatory Credit: Rob Hardin-USA TODAY NETWORK

Lannetta V. Knotts, NCIDQ

Founder & Design Director. With over 25 years of experience, Lannetta ensures every project is delivered with precision, compliance, and creative excellence.
Ivan Amy
PROJECT DESIGNER
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Bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture from University of Puerto Rico and Master’s Degree Architecture from The Ohio State University
Debra Brown
DESIGNER
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Bachelor of Science in Technology and Management from Texas Southern University

Let’s Design What’s Next — Together.