Meet Our Team
Nancy McKenzie
Introducing the newest designer at CFI, Nancy McKenzie. Nancy possesses an innate sense of color and loves to mix old and new pieces to create a curated look. Her favorite thing about CFI is the high-end, top-quality lines of fabric, wallpaper, rugs, and furnishings. Nancy utilized her degree in interior Design from the University of Georgia to create jaw-dropping interiors that come alive with her touch. Come and experience Nancy’s talent for yourself and visit CFI.
Lauren Middlekauff
A Greenville native and proud Clemson University Alum, Lauren Middelkauff brings over two decades of experience to the design industry. She began her career at Carolina Furniture & Interiors in 2005, quickly earning a loyal client base who valued her personalized approach and expert guidance in creating beautiful, functional spaces. In 2012, Lauren's family moved out of state due to her husband’s job, giving her the chance to focus on raising her two daughters. During this time, she also launched her own design business, further honing her skills and expanding her expertise in the interior design world. In 2021, Lauren and her family returned to the Upstate, and she couldn’t have been happier to reconnect with her roots. She resumed her career with Carolina Furniture and Interiors, blending her years of experience, deep local knowledge, and passion for design to help clients transform their homes into spaces they truly love.
Cathy Jones
With over 40 years of experience in the world of interior design, Cathy W. Jones, Allied ASID, brings unparalleled expertise, creativity, and passion to every project she undertakes. Specializing in lake homes, mountain houses, and golf community properties, Cathy has built a reputation for crafting beautiful, livable spaces that reflect her clients’ lifestyles and dreams. She also excels in managing custom construction and renovation projects, skillfully blending old and new to create timeless, welcoming environments. Known for her love of diverse design styles, Cathy thrives on the unique challenges and opportunities each project offers, delivering personalized, inspiring interiors that feel like home.
Caroline Camlin
Caroline began her interior design journey with a simple belief: your space should feel like you. Whether it's your home, your office, or somewhere in between. With over twenty years of experience, Caroline will create a beautiful, comfortable, timeless, and well-curated space tailored to your needs. With a love for mixing textures, colors, and beautiful furniture, Caroline infuses her South Carolina roots into your home, whether it is a full renovation, new construction, or a simple room refresh.