A year after moving from Ukraine to California with my parents at 16, I began earning my business degree at UC Santa Barbara. I often found myself drawn to architecture, but I decided to give finance a try, spending three years in trust administration before realizing it wasn’t where my creative spirit belonged. I pursued a second degree in Interior Design while working full time. Three years later, I left finance behind and stepped fully into the world of design, where I’ve lived ever since.

 

Over the past two decades, I’ve built IQ Interior Design into a collaborative, full-service studio. My work is guided by a simple goal: to create spaces that feel beautiful and deeply livable, with an element of surprise. I believe interiors should evolve naturally over time, reflecting the individuality and stories of the people who inhabit them.

 

My business background provided a strong foundation in project management, budgeting, and building client trust, skills that naturally complement my creative process. Inspired by architecture, art, and world travel, I bring a global perspective to my work and thrive on collaborating with the skilled craftspeople who help bring each vision to life.​