SISU Design Group is a full-service interior planning and design firm founded in 2004 by interior designer Krista Pettis. With a background in commercial restaurant and office planning, Krista brings over 20 years of experience to the table. The name “SISU” reflects the business’s core values of extraordinary determination, courage, and resoluteness in the face of adversity, derived from the Finnish word meaning “interior” or “guts.”
Specializing in commercial tenant improvements, SISU Design Group offers unique design solutions for a variety of spaces, including community health centers, veterinary clinics, affordable housing, and dental surgeries. Krista’s empathic character and deep knowledge of the building industry allow her to approach each project with careful consideration of her client’s needs and best interests. Her NCIDQ certification and expertise in space planning and lighting design ensure high-quality results for every project.
Throughout Oregon and Washington, SISU Design Group has successfully completed over a hundred projects for clients such as Morgan Stanley and Willis Insurance. Krista’s equanimity and resilience of spirit drive the team to face challenges head-on and succeed against the odds, making them a go-to choice for interior office spaces where people spend thousands of hours working or undergoing specialized medical and dental procedures.