Who We Are

At Inspire KDS we focus on creating the ideal kitchen for their individual client's needs and wishes. Our experienced and knowledgeable designers will guide you through the multitude of options that an amazing kitchen requires. We strive to make each space unique to its owner by listening to what is important to them and finding innovative solutions to their specific needs.

Angela Otten Denver Kitchen Designer — Angela Otten

**Owner and Lead Design**
Angela is an award winning designer and has been in the design industry for over 21 years. A space planner at heart she understands how to masterfully combine form and function. Her kitchens are creative and as unique as each individual she designs for. Her work has been featured over 30 times in multiple leading publications and national magazines. She enjoys horseback riding, camping, snowboarding and entertaining guests.

See Angela's work

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Inspire Kitchen Design Studio’s Team

Sarah King Denver Kitchen Designer — Sarah King

Kitchen Designer
Sarah began her career in psychology in DC, and moved to Colorado 6 years ago to follow her passion as a designer. She is inspired by finding balance of beauty, function, and distinct character for each client and design. Sarah spends her free time exploring art, nature, and literature.

Brett La Hay Denver Kitchen Designer — Brett La Hay

Kitchen designer
Brett is an award-winning designer* who has been featured in numerous leading publications. From 2005 she acquired her interior design degree, from the Art Institute and has since discovered her love of kitchen design. Brett’s design aesthetic highlights her understanding of high functioning modern elegance. Away from work she loves cooking and entertaining for friends and family. Spending time and traveling with her husband and little daughter is the highlight of her days.
* Colorado Homes & Lifestyles: 5 under 40, NKBA first place large kitchen 2018, NKBA Most dramatic makeover kitchen 2018, and CARE first place luxury kitchen.

Lauren Murry Tyrrell Denver Kitchen Designer — Lauren Murry Tyrrell

Kitchen Designer
Lauren has been surrounded by interior design and construction her entire life. Her passion began as a young child where her favorite activity was to walk through a job site with her dad and imagine how a space would transform. She has worked in the interior design industry with a concentrated focus on kitchen and bath since 2006. Lauren loves helping each client define their personal style while making practical suggestions to suit their needs for years to come.
Outside of work you'll usually find Lauren hiking, skiing, or biking with her husband and mountain chihuahua.

Sarah Bird Denver Kitchen Designer — Sarah Bird

Design Assistant/ Drafter
Sarah has been passionate about aesthetics her whole life and began her studies at the University of Madison-Wisconsin as an Art Therapy Major. She is happiest assisting friends, family and clients with design challenges by curating wonderfully functional, unique and personal spaces to suit everyone’s individual lifestyle and taste. In 2008, Sarah graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Art Institute of Colorado, and since then has been working in the Design Industry in Colorado, collaborating with builders, designers, architects and clients. With experience in tile and granite, kitchen and bath design, furniture and fabrics, Sarah is well versed in many aspects of design. In her down time, Sarah loves to travel, collect art, enjoy nature and spend time with her family.

Anna Rodgers Denver Kitchen Designer — Anna Rodgers

Design Assistant/ Drafter
While Anna has had a variety of interesting careers—from graphic designer to a spirits buyer at a boutique liquor store— it’s her years as a pastry chef that influences her approach to kitchen design the most. She enjoys the challenge of creating a highly functional space, while the decorative elements are like the icing on a cake. When Anna’s not in the office, she enjoys paddle boarding, glamping, and exploring breweries, wineries and distilleries with her husband Kevin and little dog June Bug.

Lindsay Otipoby Denver Kitchen Designer — Lindsay Otipoby

Design Assistant/ Drafter
Lindsay started her career in design after spending a year in Florence, Italy in a graduate program for interior design. She came home and found a career in kitchen design and has been creating custom kitchens ever since. She is a Colorado native with a husband and two children that love spending time outdoors in Colorado.

Hallie Inspire Kitchen Design Studio Drafter — Hallie Simpson

Design Assistant/ Drafter
Hallie pursued a degree in architecture, granting her the opportunity to work in various spheres of design over the course of her career. From high-rise multifamily, adaptive reuse, and commercial projects to landscape architecture and interior design, she uncovered her true passion for luxury design while working as a yacht designer. Her technical background and heartfelt desire to assist clients in crafting their dream living spaces are what brought her to Inspire KDS. Outside of work, Hallie immerses herself in mountain activities: whether it's snowboarding, backpacking, mountain biking, or training for a triathlon with her fiancé.