Christi Farley, ASID studied at McMurry University and Southwest Texas State University, receiving a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi. She is a member of the American Society of Interior Designers and Texas Association of Interior Design.

Christi is licensed with the State of Texas (#6859) as a professional Interior Designer and has served on many committees and boards with ASID and TAID, including President of Texas ASID in 2004-05. She has juried statewide design competitions and spoken at university campuses throughout Texas to advance the profession. Clients and fellow co-workers rely on Christi’s problem-solving and design skills employing color, texture, balance and form in creating unique environments.

Christi has worked with the Susan Castor Collection for the past 20 years. She helped establish the “Island Interiors” showroom and design studio in Port Aransas, Texas, her home for the last 37 years. You can find her at the Port Aransas studio, where she practices as the senior supervising designer.

Rhonda Bosquez, ASID received a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design with Highest Honors and Special Honors from The University of Texas at Austin. She studied Architecture at Texas A&M University-College Station and attended Louisiana Tech-Rome in Rome, Italy.

She is licensed by the State of Texas (#475) as a professional interior designer, is a member of the American Society of Interior Designers and is the past Chairperson of the Corpus Christi Association.

Rhonda brings to the Castor Collection team twenty four years of design experience. She is often called upon for her expertise in residential, kitchen, and commercial design projects. She enjoys historical restoration and adaptive re-use of historical buildings.

Kathy Rumbaugh, Allied ASID, received a Bachelor of Science Degree from Iowa State University. She is licensed with the State of Texas (#2372) as a professional Interior Designer. Kathy is a member of the American Society of Interior Designers and has served as local chairwoman for ASID. Additionally, she has served on an ad hoc committee for statewide reorganization of the Texas Chapter of ASID. She is a member of TAID-Texas Association for Interior Design.

Kathy’s thoughtful approach to design has been pleasing clients for 32 years. She joined The Castor Collection in 2000. Kathy has a sincere desire to approach each project from a client’s perspective. Considering the personalities and requirements of all involved is very important to creating a successful project-including the family pets. She is also sought after among her fellow Castor Collection designers to offer advice on designing bedding, draperies, pillows, and other soft goods.

Kathy and her husband, John, enjoy escaping as often as possible, on a Harley-Davidson Road King named “Savannah”. Finding great places to visit and great eateries while on an open air ride, is a great way to relax.

Lezli Baugher is our Floral Designer and master Accessorizer. She has brought her special talents into many of the Coastal Bend's finest homes for over fourteen years. Whether it is a party, a centerpiece for the dining table, bookshelf accessorizing or Christmas decorating, Lezli has become the Floral Designer of choice in South Texas.

Lezli's talent with form, texture, and color have contributed to her reputation, a reputation that is based on many years of experience and floral knowledge. It is that experience that has made her an important part of the Susan Castor Collection.

Carol brings to the Susan Castor Collection her skills as an administrator, teacher and manager, along with the ability to wear many hats simultaneously.

Shanna has studied pottery, sculpting, painting, and beading. Her artistic and design talents are evident throughout the Port Aransas Showroom. Shanna enjoys gardening, walking, rollerblading, painting, beading, and cooking.

Cathryn Castor is our Corpus Christi retail/inventory manager. She was born and raised in Port Aransas, Texas and is the daughter of Sunny and Susan Castor. She studied business finance with an emphasis in real estate at Texas Tech University and Texas State University. She is very enthusiastic about her position and role at the Susan Castor Collection and enjoys learning the ins and outs of the business Susan started twenty-five years ago. Outside the office, Cathryn enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and boyfriend Raleigh and their dogs. She loves to fish, hunt, and go to the beach when she can.