About The Designer

is a Vermont native currently residing in Brandon, VT. She received her certification as a Residential Interior Designer (RIDE) from Vermont State University (VTSU) and is a member of the Designer Society of America (DSA). As a systems-minded designer, Amanda approaches her work through the lens of inclusion and perception, integrating aesthetics, accessibility, and empathy into each project.

She works primarily as a Kitchen and Bath Designer at Best Appliance & Kitchens, with completed residential projects across Vermont and New York. In addition, she owns and operates Haus of Van Eps, a design studio offering sustainable solutions and creative direction for interiors, art installations, and community-based projects.

Amanda was recently appointed as a Commissioner for the Vermont Commission on Women (VCW), where she contributes to statewide initiatives advancing equity and women’s economic security. She also serves as Vice President and Co-Founder of One Room Theatrics (ORT), curating costumes and sets for local productions, and as Secretary and Outreach/Membership Chair for Rutland Young Professionals (RYP), strengthening community engagement and regional collaboration.

Her advocacy work extends to serving on the Board of Directors for Disability Rights Vermont (DRVT) and representing Vermont as a Rare Disease Legislative Advocate (RDLA). Guided by her Inclusive Perception Framework, Amanda blends art, design, and civic engagement to make systems of access and empathy more visible.

When she’s not designing or collaborating, Amanda enjoys paddleboarding, hiking, snowshoeing, and spending time with her rescue pets.