WOMEN IN BUSINESS 2025
SARA DYKERMAN PLANK & PINE INTERIOR DESIGN CREATES HOMES WITH HEART w
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FOR Sara Dykerman, owner and lead designer of Plank & Pine Interior Design, the concept of home has always been deeply personal. Though she spent much of her early life working on farms—far removed from interior design—those years shaped how she sees and creates spaces today. "Growing up, we didn’t travel much— when you live on a farm, you're tied to its daily demands. Home was where life happened," she says. From her grandmother’s six uniquely decorated bedrooms to holiday dinners set with heirloom china, she developed an appreciation for how spaces tell stories. "Home isn't just a place; it's a feeling, woven together by the little details that make it distinctly yours." Though design had always been a passion, Dykerman initially pursued a career in healthcare. But after a
decade, she felt unfulfilled. "When I went on maternity leave, it became clear—I needed something more." That realization led her to take a leap of faith, launching Plank & Pine Interior Design in 2020. "It was the best decision I ever made." At Plank & Pine, the philosophy is simple: create homes that evoke feeling. While PEI’s landscapes influence her work, Dykerman believes the heart of design is in the people. "It’s about understanding our clients on a deeper level, asking the questions they may never have thought to ask themselves—telling their story through design." One project that embodies this is the Highbank Project, a collaboration with a family from Ottawa with PEI roots. "They trusted us completely, and when
we're given creative freedom, that's when the magic happens."
Dykerman and her team are a process- driven and transparent firm. "Our goal is to eliminate uncertainty. Clients should never be left wondering, ‘What’s next?’ Communication and organization are our superpowers.” For women starting a business, Dykerman’s advice is simple: "Do your research, reach out to someone you admire, and focus on what you truly want to do."
PLANK AND PINE INTERIOR DESIGN Sara Dykerman 902.388.0088 hello@plankandpineinteriordesign.com plankandpineinteriordesign.com
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