Christina Gonano, IIDA

Gonano is a Registered Interior Designer (RID) in the state of Georgia, bringing extensive leadership experience and academic expertise to the field. As a Past President of the IIDA Georgia Chapter, she has demonstrated her commitment to advancing the interior design profession through strategic initiatives and community engagement. Over the years, she has taken on several additional roles within the chapter, including Coastal Empire Membership Leader and Coastal Empire City Center Director — work that keeps her focused on growing and connecting the design community in the Savannah area. In addition to her professional leadership roles, Gonano shares her expertise and passion for design as a Professor of Interior Design at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). At SCAD, she helps shape the next generation of interior designers by incorporating real-world experience and industry insights into the classroom. Her dual roles in professional practice and academia uniquely position Gonano to bridge the gap between design education and industry demands, ensuring that emerging designers are well-prepared for the evolving challenges of the profession.