About The Designer

is a Vermont native currently residing in Brandon, VT. She received her certification as a Residential Interior Designer (RIDE) from VTSU and is a member of the Designer Society of America (DSA). She has since worked primarily as a kitchen and bath designer at Best Appliance & Kitchens, with completed projects across Vermont and New York. Amanda owns and operates Haus of Van Eps, offering interior design services and sustainable solutions.

In addition to her design work, Amanda is the Vice President and Co-Founder of One Room Theatrics (ORT), where she also acts as the curator of costumes and sets. Her commitment to community building extends to her role as Secretary and Outreach/Membership Chair for Rutland Young Professionals (RYP).

Amanda is passionate about advocacy, serving on the board of directors for Disability Rights Vermont (DRVT) and representing the state as a Rare Disease Legislative Advocate (RDLA). She is also a contributing writer for The Mighty, where she focuses on healthcare equity and accessibility for the Rare Disease Community.

In her downtime, Amanda enjoys paddleboarding, hiking, snowshoeing, and cuddling with her fur babies.