Design Department

So much more than just a paint store, Dages Hikes Point Paint features extremely talented and experienced, full-time, in-house designers who love working on projects of any scope and style. Whether your style be eclectic, modern, contemporary or Scandinavian, our designers can help you transform your space

The Dages designers, each of whom has a degree in Interior Design or a related field, assist regional designers, builders, contractors, realtors, investors, homeowners, and DIYers with a commercial and residential selection of paint colors, wallpapers, window treatments, fabrics, and rugs. We have a large selection of samples from which to choose. Whether it be a master bedroom color selection or whole building remodel, our designers are here to help.

Designers are available daily on a first-come, first served basis for customers at the Browns Lane and Shelbyville Road locations. We are also available for house calls. On-site consultations are available by appointment for an hourly fee.

Design Team

Joan Weiter
Designer

Joan Weiter heads the Dages Design Department with nearly two decades of experience at Hikes Point Paint and Wallpaper. Over her many years, Joan has assisted literally thousands of both commercial and residential customers in their selections of paint colors, wallpaper and window treatments. Whether it is a large scale commercial development or a simple master suite, Joan loves going on-site to work directly with customers in their spaces. Several of Joan’s single-family exteriors, in particular, are some of the most recognized and admired throughout the city.

Gayle Russell
Designer — Middletown

Gayle Russell has been with Hikes Point Paint for over a decade but her award-winning career in design spans 30+ years. Her designs have been featured in dozens of Home Showcases and Remodeling Shows in Louisville and Southern Indiana, as well as the refurbishing of small-town Kentucky. Although she values all aspects of design, her love of wallcovering is evident in the amazing, diverse, in-stock patterns she selects for the showroom. Having an exceptional eye for color as well as knowledge of lighting, she can take your colors and transform them into a much newer direction or create a whole new palette exclusively for you. With her degree in Interior Design, many years of experience, and multiple talents, Gayle is a very valuable member of our team.

Elizabeth Pike
Designer

Elizabeth Pike has over six years of experience with Dages and several additional years prior experience as a professional stager and home organizer. Elizabeth frequently gives presentations to real estate agencies, investors and organizations like the Staging Experts of Louisville on the current design trends for preparing homes for the market. As a former educator, Elizabeth enjoys teaching others the how and why of design selection, as well as finding creative ways to solve unique design challenges. She also has a particular fondness working with schools and churches to create inspiring spaces for large, diverse populations.

Denise Killmeier
Designer — Hikes Point

Denise Killmeier is the newest designer to join the Dages Design Department. The team welcomes and appreciates Denise’s 17 year career as a sales rep with Croscill Home Fashions, where she worked closely with furniture and department stores on soft line goods, showrooms and displays. Denise also utilizes her design skills through extensive volunteer experience, including construction work and designing creative, elaborate sets and backdrops for several non-profits. Her joy in helping others create uplifting spaces makes her a perfect addition to the Dages Design Team