Laura Umansky

Laura Umansky is an American entrepreneur and interior designer. She is the founder and president of Laura U Inc., an interior design company based in Houston, Texas. Umansky was recognized on the National Gold List by Luxe Magazine. Her company has received multiple awards from the American Society of Interior Designers. Umansky was featured on the cover of HGTV Magazine.

Early life and education

Laura Umansky was born and raised in Texas. She completed her undergraduate studies at The University of Texas, earning a degree in studio art. Later, Umansky earned her Master's degree in architecture at the University of Houston.

Career

Umansky founded the Laura U Collection and the Laura U Design Studio in 2006. The two companies are combined under Laura U Inc. and headquartered in Houston. Previously, Umansky was an interior designer for Ladco Inc.

Umansky is an associate member of the American Institute of Architects and an allied member of the American Society of Interior Design. She works with residential properties, and designs spaces for corporate offices and hospitality interiors. Umansky hosts community and charitable events such as the Houston Fall Charity Affair, the Fall Art Fare, and the DiverseWorks "Luck of the Draw" event in which Umansky and her husband participated on the host committee.