As the Founder and CEO of Smart Playrooms, Karri Bowen-Poole has spent the last 10 years revolutionizing the way children learn and play with her innovative and educational playroom design services. Her intentional and ground breaking approach has landed her in the homes of A list celebrities and families who are looking to change the way their kids learn and play at home. Before starting Smart Playrooms, Karri had been teaching and working with children for over 10 years. After receiving a Master’s Degree in Education, she worked as a teacher at private schools throughout the tri-state area. She worked at the Buckley School and the Nightingale-Bamford School in NYC, Greenwich Academy and the Stanwich School in Greenwich, CT and the Rye Presbyterian School in Rye, NY. Karri has planned, coordinated and developed curriculums for children ages 3 to 12.
Karri recognizes the profound impact the playroom has on children’s behavior and how they interact, learn and play. Karri sees the playroom as the third teacher, and is passionate about creating playrooms that are fun, educational and inspirational by combining her educational expertise with her love of design.
Robin comes to Smart Playrooms with 5+ years teaching experience with children ages 3-7. She got her Bachelor’s in Psychology from University of Delaware, her Masters of Social Work from Columbia University, and her Masters of Education from Bank Street College of Education. She is incredibly passionate about education, child development, and interior design. Robin has designed and redesigned her own apartment many times, as well as all her friends' apartments. She lives in Stamford, CT with her husband and adorable Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Theo, who loves to make an appearance at the office! She enjoys traveling, skiing, reading, binge watching TV, and trying yummy new restaurants.
At Smart Playrooms, Robin wears many hats. She is the Project Manager, E-Designer, Operations Manager, and Social Media Content Creator. Robin loves educational interior design and is eager to help you create a playroom both you and your children will thrive in!
Kristen is a former teacher with over a decade of experience teaching kindergarten and elementary school aged children. She has her B.A. in English from Siena College and an M.S. in Childhood Education and Literacy from Bank Street College of Education. She is passionate about creating beautiful and engaging spaces that foster creativity, independence, and meaningful play. Kristen lives on Long Island with her husband and three young children. She loves reading, going on adventures with her family and traveling.
At Smart Playrooms, Kristen helps all of our virtual e-design clients reimagine and create their dream playrooms. She can’t wait to help you with your space!
Kylie is completing her Masters of Architecture at the University of Arizona, where she focuses on health and wellbeing within the built environment. While in undergrad and graduate school, she had many jobs working with children, from nannying to teaching English abroad in Italy. Working with Smart Playrooms allows for her to combine her two passions of childhood development and design. Kylie is a kid at heart, and loves creating spaces that allow for childhood imagination and exploration to thrive. She currently resides in New Mexico with her 10 pound schnauzer sidekick, Cooper.
At Smart Playrooms, Kylie is our 3-D Artist and on both the E-design and residential teams. She looks forward to bringing your playroom dreams to life!
Bri is a recent graduate the University of New Mexico School of Architecture and Planning, receiving her Masters of Architecture. While at the University of New Mexico she spent much of her time researching and exploring the application and atmospheric properties of light, pattern and color.
The daughter of a long time educator and current faculty member at University of New Mexico, Bri spends much of her time dedicated to design education and is fascinated with the benefits of a proper place to play.
At Smart Playrooms, Bri is one of our 3-D Artists on our E-design team. She is excited to help design the playroom you and your family loves!
Robin comes to Smart Playrooms with 5+ years teaching experience with children ages 3-7. She got her Bachelor’s in Psychology from University of Delaware, her Masters of Social Work from Columbia University, and her Masters of Education from Bank Street College of Education. She is incredibly passionate about education, child development, and interior design. Robin has designed and redesigned her own apartment many times, as well as all her friends' apartments. She lives in Stamford, CT with her husband and adorable Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Theo, who loves to make an appearance at the office! She enjoys traveling, skiing, reading, binge watching TV, and trying yummy new restaurants.
At Smart Playrooms, Robin wears many hats. She is the Project Manager, E-Designer, and Operations Manager. Robin loves educational interior design and is eager to help you create a playroom both you and your children will thrive in!
Kristen is a former teacher with over a decade of experience teaching kindergarten and elementary school aged children. She has her B.A. in English from Siena College and an M.S. in Childhood Education and Literacy from Bank Street College of Education. She is passionate about creating beautiful and engaging spaces that foster creativity, independence, and meaningful play. Kristen lives on Long Island with her husband and three young children. She loves reading, going on adventures with her family and traveling.
At Smart Playrooms, Kristen helps all of our virtual e-design clients reimagine and create their dream playrooms. She can’t wait to help you with your space!
Kylie is completing her Masters of Architecture at the University of Arizona, where she focuses on health and wellbeing within the built environment. While in undergrad and graduate school, she had many jobs working with children, from nannying to teaching English abroad in Italy. Working with Smart Playrooms allows for her to combine her two passions of childhood development and design. Kylie is a kid at heart, and loves creating spaces that allow for childhood imagination and exploration to thrive. She currently resides in New Mexico with her 10 pound schnauzer sidekick, Cooper.
At Smart Playrooms, Kylie is our 3-D Artist and on both the E-design and residential teams. She looks forward to bringing your playroom dreams to life!
Bri is a recent graduate the University of New Mexico School of Architecture and Planning, receiving her Masters of Architecture. While at the University of New Mexico she spent much of her time researching and exploring the application and atmospheric properties of light, pattern and color.
The daughter of a long time educator and current faculty member at University of New Mexico, Bri spends much of her time dedicated to design education and is fascinated with the benefits of a proper place to play.
At Smart Playrooms, Bri is one of our 3-D Artists on our E-design team. She is excited to help design the playroom you and your family loves!
Dylan Cohen : Website Developer and Designer
Robin Reitzes : Public Relations
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