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Karolina O’Connor
Studio Design Principal

Studio Design Principal Karolina O’Connor guides clients through the entire design process, collaborating closely with them from the inception to understand their brand essence, operational and spatial requirements, aesthetic preferences, and budget objectives. She challenges the conventional workplace design to find thoughtful, efficient, and creative solutions that foster inclusivity and sustainability. Karolina takes a holistic approach to design, crafting unique architectural solutions complemented by carefully curated furnishings, materials, and accessories. With 25 years of experience, she also mentors her team, ensuring everyone feels valued and inspired to excel.

Karolina has an analytical mindset and is enthusiastic about helping her clients find the right solutions for their project needs, whether dealing with underutilized real estate, restacking, or establishing a new workplace vision. For clients seeking transformative workspace solutions, Karolina leverages her extensive expertise to create designs attuned to their specific needs, aiming to enhance their work experience, fostering innovation, and wellbeing. Her focus lies in developing impactful, culturally rooted spaces that welcome users and facilitate a sense of community.

“My passion lies in designing bespoke interior spaces that are human-centric and incorporate new ways of working.”

Favorite Quote
“Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less.”

– Maria Salomea Skłodowska-Curie