Kathy Boardman created Company 114 to pursue her passion for the art and craft of functional design. She is a visual artist with over 25 years as a graphic designer and creative director in package design, advertising and magazine art direction. Kathy specializes in large scale pieces with an unexpected mix of materials and her love of typography is often incorporated into her work.

Many inquire the meaning behind the name, Company 114. No matter how the numbers are combined, they reflect pieces and parts of her life...revealing the inspiration for the name:

• Company 114 was founded in 2014

• Kathy and her husband Tim were married on January 14

• The main route to their studio is #411

• The month of November commemorates when they met, got engaged, moved to Georgia, and it's also the month their daughter was born.

Just as there is much behind the company name, there are stories to be uncovered and brought to life in your living space—to start conversations, breathe new life into your brand, or just relax and enjoy a new feeling in an old familiar space.