Hi, I’m Merve Sayar, founder of Hola Design Studio, based in Costa Rica. I’m a multidisciplinary designer and creative art director specializing in luxury visual storytelling, brand identity, and digital presence. I work with boutique hotels, lifestyle brands, and creative businesses to create refined, cohesive brand experiences across web, social media, and content. My focus is on creative direction and visual positioning, shaping how a brand is perceived through strong aesthetics, consistency, and storytelling tailored to a premium audience. I also bring experience in social media strategy, content curation, and directing photo and video production, ensuring a seamless and elevated brand presence across all platforms. I’m particularly drawn to projects within the luxury and lifestyle space, while remaining open to a wide range of creative collaborations.

Merve Sayar

Hi, I’m Merve Sayar, founder of Hola Design Studio, based in Costa Rica. I’m a multidisciplinary designer and creative art director specializing in luxury visual storytelling, brand identity, and digital presence. I work with boutique hotels, lifestyle brands, and creative businesses to create refined, cohesive brand experiences across web, social media, and content. My focus is on creative direction and visual positioning, shaping how a brand is perceived through strong aesthetics, consistency, and storytelling tailored to a premium audience. I also bring experience in social media strategy, content curation, and directing photo and video production, ensuring a seamless and elevated brand presence across all platforms. I’m particularly drawn to projects within the luxury and lifestyle space, while remaining open to a wide range of creative collaborations.

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Hi, I’m Merve Sayar, founder of Hola Design Studio, based in Costa Rica.

I’m a multidisciplinary designer and creative art director specializing in luxury visual storytelling, brand identity, and digital presence. I work with boutique hotels, lifestyle brands, and creative businesses to create refined, cohesive brand experiences across web, social media, and content.

My focus is on creative direction and visual positioning, shaping how a brand is perceived through strong aesthetics, consistency, and storytelling tailored to a premium audience.

I also bring experience in social media strategy, content curation, and directing photo and video production, ensuring a seamless and elevated brand presence across all platforms.

I’m particularly drawn to projects within the luxury and lifestyle space, while remaining open to a wide range of creative collaborations.

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Language

English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Italian
Intermediate
French
Beginner
Turkish
Fluent

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Education

Bachelor of Illustration at IED Istituto Europeo di Design
June 9, 1998 - July 19, 2001
Milan
Master’s degree in Advertising at IED Istituto Europeo di Design
April 4, 2016 - June 23, 2017
Barcelona

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