Rick Joutras
Executive Vice President | Principal
“I’m passionate about design and how it makes people feel, including me. Whether it’s walking into a newly built workplace or sitting in a new chair concept, it’s that feel or vibe I love.”
Where did you go to school?
University of Michigan
What is the best piece of advice you’ve gotten at work?
Partnership is based on Trust
How would your co-workers describe you?
A problem solver
Where is your favorite spot to work in Whitney’s office?
In any of the huddle rooms
If you were a design material what would you be and why?
I would be veneer - as it works so well in so many applications
What color best describes your personality?
Blue - only because I went to Michigan
Is there one food you always make sure to keep in your kitchen?
Eggs - having trained as a French chef - you always have eggs
Where did you go to school?
University of Michigan
What is the best piece of advice you’ve gotten at work?
Partnership is based on Trust
How would your co-workers describe you?
A problem solver
Where is your favorite spot to work in Whitney’s office?
In any of the huddle rooms
If you were a design material what would you be and why?
I would be veneer - as it works so well in so many applications
What color best describes your personality?
Blue - only because I went to Michigan
Is there one food you always make sure to keep in your kitchen?
Eggs - having trained as a French chef - you always have eggs