Leslie H. Whitney, owner of Designs of Aqua Bay Inc. is a graduate of Pratt Institute. She also studied
Interior Design at Parsons School of Design and has worked on projects ranging from the Waldorf
Astoria Hotel to many residential and commercial properties. As the company’s principle designer,
Leslie will travel to your location to ensure that your “special paradise” exceeds
your expectations. Leslie is an Allied Member of The American
Society of Interior Designers. Mary C. Ellis is the Art & Design
Consultant for Designs of Aqua Bay Inc. on St. John, U.S.V.I.; She studied Fine
Arts at the University of Massachusetts and Art History at Florida State. Mary also studied under
the Cape Cod potter, Harry Holl. In addition, Mary is also the Art Consultant for St. John’s
Coconut Coast Studios, owned by island artist Elaine Estern. Having owned villas on
St. John for over two decades, Mary has amassed a wealth of knowledge
regarding island life and style.