Welcome to the heart of LBH Design, where creativity meets collaboration, and visions transform into reality. Our team, a collective of talented designers, architects, project managers, and procurement managers, is united by a shared passion for crafting spaces that inspire and uplift.
Crafting Spaces with Passion and Precision
Meet the LBH Design Team
Principal and Design Director at Little Black House
L. Magnavita
Linda Magnavita is the visionary founder and Principal of Little Black House, where creativity meets functionality in every project. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from Arcadia University and over 24 years of experience in the design industry, Linda has established herself as a trusted leader in multi-family, commercial, and hospitality design. Her early career involved working with several design firms, allowing her to gain diverse experience across the hospitality, commercial, and high-end residential sectors.
Throughout her career, Linda has managed projects from concept to completion, overseeing every detail to ensure that her clients’ visions are brought to life. She has worked with high-profile clients such as Bozzuto and Greystar properties, known giants in the multi-family sector, showcasing her ability to handle large-scale projects that balance luxury with practicality.
Linda’s design philosophy centers around the belief that spaces should be stylish, playful, and deeply functional—reflecting her clients’ needs and desires. She brings a unique approach to each project, blending her clients’ vision with her signature style to create spaces that not only look beautiful but also feel like home…
L. Magnavita
Principal and Design Director at Little Black House
Linda Magnavita is the visionary founder and Principal of Little Black House, where creativity meets functionality in every project. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from Arcadia University and over 24 years of experience in the design industry, Linda has established herself as a trusted leader in multi-family, commercial, and hospitality design. Her early career involved working with several design firms, allowing her to gain diverse experience across the hospitality, commercial, and high-end residential sectors.
Throughout her career, Linda has managed projects from concept to completion, overseeing every detail to ensure that her clients’ visions are brought to life. She has worked with high-profile clients such as Bozzuto and Greystar properties, known giants in the multi-family sector, showcasing her ability to handle large-scale projects that balance luxury with practicality.
Linda’s design philosophy centers around the belief that spaces should be stylish, playful, and deeply functional—reflecting her clients’ needs and desires. She brings a unique approach to each project, blending her clients’ vision with her signature style to create spaces that not only look beautiful but also feel like home.
Her success lies in her commitment to deep listening and hands-on collaboration, ensuring that every project is a true reflection of her client’s personality and needs. Linda’s passion for painting, cooking, planning parties, and exploring creative pursuits infuses her work, driving her to create environments that foster community engagement and enhance living experiences.
Design, for Linda Magnavita, is more than aesthetics; it’s a powerful tool that can transform lives. Her dedication to her craft and her clients is unwavering, making her a true leader in the industry and the driving force behind the success of Little Black House.
HOBBIES & INTRESTS
- Fitness and Outdoor Enthusiast*: From high-energy CrossFit sessions to peaceful hikes in nature, Linda embraces an active lifestyle that keeps her inspired and connected to the world around her.
- Creative Visionary: Linda’s creativity shines through in her abstract paintings and her knack for crafting engaging content for her business. Whether she’s designing spaces or creating digital content, her artistic flair is ever-present.
- Global Explorer: Linda’s love for travel has taken her to stunning destinations worldwide, where she finds inspiration in beautifully designed hotels and the local cultures. She thrives on exploring new places and bringing a global perspective to her designs.
- Fashion Aficionado: With a passion for keeping up with the latest trends, Linda draws inspiration from the fashion world, infusing her designs with a stylish and sophisticated edge.
- Design Innovator: Always dreaming big, Linda hopes to one day launch her own line of printed wallcoverings and fabrics, merging her love for pattern and design into something truly unique.
- Lifelong Learner and Audiobook Lover: Linda is rarely without a good audiobook or podcast, learning and gathering ideas on the go, whether she’s commuting or enjoying her downtime.
HIDDEN SKILLS
- Master Communicator: Linda has a special talent for creating visually appealing and informative updates, turning routine communications into captivating and well-organized pieces.
- Innovative Space Creator: Known for her clever design solutions, Linda excels at reimagining spaces that serve multiple functions, effortlessly blending practicality with creativity in every project.
Lydia Harrington
Junior Designer
Lydia Harrington
Junior Designer
EDUCATION
Lehigh Carbon Community College
- Associate in Kitchen & Bath Design
- NKBA Certified Program
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
- Magna Cum Laude (2016-2018)
Indiana Wesleyan University
- Dean’s List (2015-2016)
- ASID Member
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
- Conceptual design & design development
- Client presentations
- Space planning
- Construction documentation
- 3D modeling & rendering
- AutoCAD, Sketchup, Lumion
- Construction administration and project management
- FF&E selection & specification
- Project installation
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
- Trailblazer: Whether it’s hiking through a mountain trail or taking a leisurely stroll, Lydia is always up for an outdoor adventure.
- Bookworm: From epic fantasies to historical sagas, Lydia loves getting lost in a good story—especially one with a twist!
- Podcast Enthusiast: Obsessed with all things law and order, Lydia can often be found binge-listening to legal podcasts.
- History Buff: If there’s a documentary about history, she’s already seen it—twice.
- Fashion Aficionado: A lover of all things stylish, Lydia keeps up with the latest trends and isn’t afraid to experiment with her look.
- Wanderlust Explorer: Whether it’s a bustling city or a quiet countryside, Lydia is always planning her next adventure.
HIDDEN TALENT
- Legal Eagle in the Making: Lydia’s hidden talent is her knack for understanding complex legal concepts. Who knows—maybe there’s a courtroom drama in her future!
Romina Mollaj
Junior Designer
Romina Mollaj
Junior Designer
EDUCATION
AKTO Art and Design College, Athens, Greece
- Interior and Graphic Design
Community College of Philadelphia
- Associate in Interior Design and Architecture
Proficiency Certificate
- Architectural Visualization
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
- Conceptual design & design development
- Client presentations
- Space planning
- 3D modeling & rendering
- AutoCAD, Sketchup, Lumion
- FF&E selection & specification
- Project installation
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
- Artistic Soul: Whether it’s drawing or creating stunning charcoal paintings, Romina expresses her creativity in every stroke.
- Book Lover: Dive into a world of romance and mystery with Romina, who always has a thrilling novel in hand.
- Movie Buff: If there’s a good film playing, you’ll find Romina at the cinema, popcorn in hand, ready to be captivated.
- Culinary Explorer: Cooking up a storm in the kitchen or exploring new flavors while traveling—Romina’s always on a culinary adventure.
HIDDEN TALENT
- Visual Virtuoso: Romina has an uncanny ability to bring any design concept to life with her exceptional architectural visualization skills—watch out, world!
Sabrina DeWeerdt
Procurement Manager
Sabrina DeWeerdt
Procurement Manager
EDUCATION
Muhlenberg College Allentown, PA
- Bachelor’s in Theatre, Minor in Music
- Muhlenberg Scholar Honor’s Society
- Member Phi Beta Kappa, Academic Honors Society
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude
WORK EXPERIENCE
- HR – Benefits and Recruitment
- Office Administration
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
- Procurement
- Tracking and Install Coordination
- Client communications
- Bookkeeping
- Office Management
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
- Crafter: Knitting, crochet, my grandmother once asked *me* for help on a pattern
- Audiobook & Podcast Lover: Listening on the go, or while working on a sweater, Sabrina isn’t often far from her headphones
- Puppeteer: Mixing that love of crafting with her background in theater, Sabrina loves to create short puppet pieces that are poignant, funny, weird, or all three. She hosts a local late night “slam” of short acts to feature other artists
- Recent Birder: She isn’t good at identifying which birds are which yet, but she’s pretty sure what *isn’t* a bird, and having a great time enjoying nature regardless
HIDDEN SKILL
- Aesthetically pleasing update emails: Not only do they have the relevant information, they’re also clearly laid out and nice to look at