Abby Eckard

Biography

Abby Eckard is a certified Interior Designer and LEED Green Associate, currently serving as a Senior Interior Designer at Washington, DC–based firm //3877, where she specializes in hospitality projects for global brands and boutique destinations. With nearly eight years of experience, Abby is a passionate and accomplished designer who brings strategic thinking, creative energy, and a people-centered approach to every project. Her work is grounded in the belief that great design is built through connection—between spaces and users, teams and collaborators, and designers and their communities.

Abby’s impact on the industry has been recognized through numerous accolades, including Space Magazine’s Rising Star, Interior Design’s 30 Under 30, and Boutique’s 18. Beyond her design work, she is a dedicated mentor and advocate for emerging designers, placing strong emphasis on guidance, accessibility, and professional growth within the industry.

In 2019, Abby co-founded District Design Collaborative, an initiative to strengthen the design community across the DMV region. Through events, conversations, and shared experiences, the collective bridges the gap between emerging and established designers, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, mentorship, and meaningful professional relationships. Abby is deeply committed to cultivating a connected design ecosystem in the DMV—one where designers feel supported, inspired, and empowered to grow together—and she is equally dedicated to mentoring and teaching the next generation of leaders who will shape the future of the design industry.

Current Outside Positions

Senior Interior Designer & Senior Innovator at //3877
Co-Founder of District Design Collaborative 

Distinctions

• 2025 Women of Influence Rising Star – Globe St
• 2025 Emerging Alumni Award – Florida State University
• 2023 Boutique 18 – Hospitality Design Magazine
• 2023 DC 30 / 30 – Interior Design Magazine
• 2022 Rising Star – SPACE Magazine 

Education

• Master of Science in Interior Design, Florida State University
• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Architecture, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Professional Affiliations

• NEWH – The Hospitality Industry Network
• CIDQ – Council of Interior Design Qualifications
• IDCEC – International Design Continuing Education Council
• USGBC – U.S. Green Building council