~ about us ~
~ biography ~
Denise's career started as an artist, teacher and then 1972 operator of her first company, A Gift Place and Battle Ground Florist and opened her second company Main Street Florist and Uptown Art Gallery in 1976 operating the stores concurrently. She became known as a leader in three important areas: strong creative design, presentations of notable show house benefits and award winning designs for the Portland Grand Floral Parade, one of two such nationally televised events.
Denise eventually sold her business interests and became affiliated with Paul Schatz Furniture as creative director for the Drexel Heritage multifaceted galleries. She presented design seminars, workshops and earned another reputation in the high-end accessory market as a buyer.
Accredited as an Allied member with the American Society of Interior Designers, (A.S.I.D.). Denise invested her expertise as an adjunct interior design college professor and she enjoyed significant success as a senior level Street of Dreams project designer with the Portland Home Builder Association in project after project year after year.
Later, Denise worked in high fashion in partnership with Ralph Lauren, as a regional specialist. This endeavor allowed her the opportunity to relocate to her community of choice, the celebrated Oregon coast.
In 2006 Denise founded Fairweather House and Garden. With the formation of this company Denise acquired earth-friendly, high quality accessories, extraordinary lighting and fashionable home furnishings lines.
Today this multi-dimensional company selects exclusive home decor and offers entirely original interior design.
Although Denise could rest on her laurels she continues to push the boundaries of style, refining, reinventing and making it ever new. She possesses the curiosity, sensitivity, discipline and vision to show emerging design in a discerning shopping environment with great interest, intrigue and passion.
Beautiful things emphasizing tranquility, and timelessness, this is Fairweather.
~ accomplishments ~
Altamont Street of Dreams, Portland Home Builder Association
Forest Heights Street of Dreams, Portland Home Builder Association
Marylhurst Street of Dreams, Portland Home Builder Association
American Society of Interior Designers (A.S.I.D.),Allied Member
A.S.I.D./ Oregon Symphony Show House at Quail Husrt
A.S.I.D./ Oregon Symphony Show House at Dunthorpe
Eastmoreland-Dunthorpe Holiday Tour of Homes
Barclay-Barrington Tour of Elegance at West Linn
Clark County Parade of Homes
Oregon Master Gardener
Clark County Retail Association President
Chamber of Commerce President
Citizen of the Year
Washington State Club Woman of the Year
Outstanding Young Women in America
~ praise ~
Thank You
Dear Denise,
Thank you for the lovely holiday gift and yummy goodies. You are such an inspiration on how we should live our lives! A generous donation has been made in your name that will be used to provide school clothing to the Assistance League for a child in need in Clatsop County.
All the best,
C. Folk
Thank You
Denise:
Thank you so much for sending the necklace that I ordered by phone after returning home and wishing to have it for a party.
In addition, today I just received the special order earrings that were commissioned as a match for the necklace and they are fabulous!!!!
You’re the best. Happy Holidays and all the best thoughts for the New Year.
N. Rander
Thank You
Denise...Thank you so much for helping me with the fashion show. The lights and music really changed the atmosphere and made performers out of us all. Let's work together real soon. Let me know.
Primary Elements Gallery
Stephanie
Comment posted recently from a gallery visitor:
"This is an incredible store in a thriving business district!"
Mayor Rob Eaton
City of Leavenworth, Washington
A card recently received:
Thank you so much for the fast shipping. I received the merchandise in excellent condition. The candle holders look so nice on the mantle. Thanks for the gift of votives. I look forward to shopping at your lovely store the next time we are in Seaside.
R. Marks
Thank you letter received:
"Thanks so much for working with me on my recent selections from your lovely store. It makes it so nice to take them home on approval and try them. I am sending you a picture of the three hand blown vases. They do look so nice on my dresser. I used your suggestion of aligning them in a Heaven, Man, and Earth story. Will be sure to visit again the next time I am in Seaside".
Julie Q.
Long Beach, Wa
Thank you card:
Thank you so much for the time offered on our house call. You were a life saver! We love the colors that were selected for our remodel.
Barbara and Ed
quote heard in the store from a frequent shopper...
"You can see the love in this store".
Patti P., Gearhart visitor
From the Office of the Mayor ~
City of Seaside, Oregon
Don Larson, Mayor
"Denise, Great article in The Daily Astorian I appreciate you in Seaside."
Letter from
Everett A. Eaton,
Mayor
I have known Denise for years in her capacity as a business owner in our city and in a wide array of community service functions. She is active in the Chamber of Commerce. A leader in the General Federated Women's Club (GFWC), her contributions to the good of our City have been recognized both locally and statewide.
Notwithstanding these activities, the most remarkable efforts on behalf of the community are Denise's coordination of the Battle Ground float entry for the Portland Rose Festival Parade.
Dense has worked on this project for the past fifteen years, serving as Chairman for many years. It is easy to understand why she was chosen as our 1983 First Citizen for Battle Ground.
Everett A. Eaton
Mayor