Mission
To make remodeling clearer, smoother, and more collaborative for homeowners, builders, and everyone involved.
Vision
To support remodeling communities beyond major cities by solving real industry needs — not only through design, but through better communication, tools, partnerships, and guidance.
Leadership
Ty Tekeli
Chief Executive Officer
My name is Ty Tekeli, and I'm a residential designer based in East Nashville. I moved to Nashville in 2017 from Istanbul, where I had previously worked on a variety of design projects.
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With a passion for creating beautiful and functional spaces, I specialize in residential design and have worked on numerous projects throughout my career. I believe that every home should be a reflection of its inhabitants, and I work closely with my clients to create personalized, customized designs that meet their unique needs and preferences.
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In addition to my work as a designer and my passion for design competitions, I love spending time with my family and exploring the neighborhoods of Nashville. We often take walks around our local community, discovering new parks, cafes, and shops along the way. I also enjoy playing chess and challenging my strategic thinking skills with my friends.
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Since moving to East Nashville, I have fallen in love with the community here and feel truly at home. I'm constantly inspired by the vibrant energy and creativity of the people and places around me, and I strive to bring that same sense of joy and inspiration to my work.
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Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me and my work. If you're interested in learning more about my design services or would like to discuss a potential project, please don't hesitate to reach out. I would be thrilled to hear from you!
Alicia Hogan
Chief Operating Officer
Originally from Southern Indiana, I’m a proud Indiana University graduate and Hoosier alum. After meeting my husband in 2013, we spent time living in both Louisville and Dallas/Fort Worth before getting married in 2019 and settling in the Nashville area. We’re now raising our two boys here—with a third on the way—alongside our dog and two cats.
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As Chief Operating Officer, I bring a background in operations, process improvement, and strategic planning to the residential architectural design space. Prior to this role, I spent much of my career in warehousing and fulfillment operations as an industrial engineer, designing warehouse layouts and optimizing fulfillment center processes.
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My husband and I have renovated two homes together, and that hands-on experience is where I discovered a passion for transforming spaces and creating homes that are both beautiful and functional. This passion ultimately led me to a career shift and inspired my transition into the world of residential architectural design.
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When I’m not working, I’m usually spending time with family, working on a home project, or enjoying a rare date night with my husband exploring Nashville’s restaurant scene.
Valerie Hackney
Head of Growth
My name is Valerie Hackney, and I am thrilled to serve as Head of Growth at FABL Design. Originally from Clarksville, TN, my roots run deep in the Middle Tennessee area. Growing up, I channeled my energy into competitive basketball and soccer, which eventually led me to play collegiate basketball at Lipscomb University through 2011.​
After college, I stayed in Nashville to launch my career, which is also where I met my husband before an adventure took us down to Texas. During our time in Texas, our family grew, and we successfully launched a military and aviation supply chain company that continues to operate today. However, the pull of home was strong, and we ultimately decided to move back to Clarksville to raise our family, which has since grown to include two wonderful kids.​
Joining the FABL team has been an incredibly exciting next step for me. The passion, drive, and work ethic of everyone here is exactly why I knew this was where I wanted to be. In my role as Head of Growth, I am deeply passionate about building meaningful, long-term relationships, listening to understand the unique needs of our clients, and helping solve problems at every twist and turn of the home building industry.
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When I’m not focused on growing businesses, you will find me outside enjoying yard work, setting up creative craft projects for my kids, or planning our family’s next travel adventure.
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Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me and our team! If you are looking to partner with us or want to discuss how we can help bring your project to life, please don't hesitate to reach out. I would be happy to connect with you!