Tom Engel

Tom Engel’s career began at Condé Nast in New York establishing his lifelong commitment to elite creative standards and luxury marketing. He later transitioned into luxury interior design launching the outside sales program for David Sutherland Showroom’s Miami showroom. Managing relationships across more than 50 elite manufacturers, Tom worked directly with brand owners to grow their business by strategically connecting them with interior designers. Working for a manufacturer owned, multi line showroom he learned a critical industry need: absolute control over the manufacturing process to eliminate quality and service issues before they threaten client relationships.

In 2012, Tom founded Diagonal to bridge this gap, offering design professionals exclusive resources that are not found in design centers across the country while offering artisans a qualified market of architects and designers. Diagonal acts as a seamless extension of elite artisans who specialize in custom, one of kind limited series works. Utilizing a meticulous, team based approach, Tom manages every variable from conception to completion. By coordinating specialized installer and resolving technical issues upfront, he ensures flawless execution and delivery. Tom works with the industry’s leading talent on projects across the world.