led this Napa Valley native to a career in Interior Design.   
Following a BA in Mathematics from U.C. Berkeley, 5 years
teaching high school, 8 years writing software in San Francisco's
Financial District, and spending several summers water-painting      on the beaches of Mexico, Patti 's professional life made a significant shift.
                                        
Her role as her family's genealogist led to a trip to Tuscany. 
Inspired by the historic beauty of Italy and a later study of the 
formal gardens of France, Patti returned to the States to pursue a 
degree in Architectural Interior Design and establish Tavola Bella Designs in San Francisco. In 2003, she returned to her home town where she has expanded her interests to include cosmetic kitchen and bath design. The following are quotes are from fans:

♦ "As I was staining my new fence today, something came to mind that you might want to use as a client testimonial. "Patti makes everything she touches more beautiful!" It's so true! I can't believe that I just asked you about the radius of the arch and from there we went on to something much more beautiful than what I had in mind. So go ahead and gush about yourself!" Bev Alexander, Corte Madera.

♦ "Patti gives me choices and guides my decisions as if she were making them for her own home. I was hesitant to hire a designer but Patti is easy-going, yet dilligent, listens, knows how to stretch a dollar, and is a lot of fun". Mike Brunelli, Napa

♦ "We are currently working on our 7th project. Patti goes the extra mile to make something special. She is multi-talented and professional. She listens, keeps withing my budget, and stays focused". BJS, San Francisco

♦ "Patti has transformed my entire house. She incorporated my taste as well as my lifestyle into the decorating process. Even my husband and children are thrilled with the outcome." Sandy Smith, Marin 

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