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I’m a multidisciplinary designer and architect based in Chicago, specializing in product, interiors, spaces, and buildings. I lead design teams with a collaborative, client-focused approach, guiding projects from concept through construction while pushing innovative ideas across scales. My practice transcends disciplinary boundaries, blending storytelling, sustainable design, and hands-on making. I’m passionate about life-centered design, urban context, and transforming complex briefs into thoughtful, tangible environments that people love to inhabit.…I’m a multidisciplinary designer and architect based in Chicago, specializing in product, interiors, spaces, and buildings. I lead design teams with a collaborative, client-focused approach, guiding projects from concept through construction while pushing innovative ideas across scales. My practice transcends disciplinary boundaries, blending storytelling, sustainable design, and hands-on making. I’m passionate about life-centered design, urban context, and transforming complex briefs into thoughtful, tangible environments that people love to inhabit.

Fernanda Styzens

Architect, Interior Designer, Product Designer, +2

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I’m a multidisciplinary designer and architect based in Chicago, specializing in product, interiors, spaces, and buildings. I lead design teams with a collaborative, client-focused approach, guiding projects from concept through construction while pushing innovative ideas across scales. My practice transcends disciplinary boundaries, blending storytelling, sustainable design, and hands-on making. I’m passionate about life-centered design, urban context, and transforming complex briefs into thoughtful, tangible environments that people love to inhabit.…I’m a multidisciplinary designer and architect based in Chicago, specializing in product, interiors, spaces, and buildings. I lead design teams with a collaborative, client-focused approach, guiding projects from concept through construction while pushing innovative ideas across scales. My practice transcends disciplinary boundaries, blending storytelling, sustainable design, and hands-on making. I’m passionate about life-centered design, urban context, and transforming complex briefs into thoughtful, tangible environments that people love to inhabit.

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I’m a multidisciplinary designer and architect based in Chicago, specializing in product, interiors, spaces, and buildings. I lead design teams with a collaborative, client-focused approach, guiding projects from concept through construction while pushing innovative ideas across scales.

My practice transcends disciplinary boundaries, blending storytelling, sustainable design, and hands-on making. I’m passionate about life-centered design, urban context, and transforming complex briefs into thoughtful, tangible environments that people love to inhabit.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Advanced

Portuguese

Intermediate

French

Intermediate

Italian

Beginner

Work Experience

Interior Architect and Furniture Designer – Consultant & Maker at Yonally

March 1, 2023 - Present

Provided interior and architectural design services for a single-unit residential project; managed timelines and budgets; ordered materials; FF&E selection; bespoke furniture design including primary bedroom nightstands, storage cabinet, freestanding unit, and living coffee table; coordinated with trades and supervised site visits from concept to completion.

Architect, Interior Designer and Project Manager at Rugo Raff Architects

March 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023

Provided client-based interior and architectural design services for hospitality, residential, and corporate projects; managed budgets and procurement; implemented procurement process saving $50K annually; mentored two aspiring architects; site visits from concept to completion.

Project Manager & Designer – Consultant at Studio Curioso Interiors

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020

Hospitality and commercial Harbor Grand Hotel Renovation & Interiors; AIA Phases 3-4; developed design packages; site visits; custom furniture design; contributed to company national recognition.

Project Manager & Designer – Consultant at CieloVivo, Mario Jaime Aranda Architecture & Product Design

May 1, 2018 - March 1, 2020

Residential design and new construction in Nassau, Bahamas; AIA Phases 1-4; led design process; improved project delivery by 20%; mentored interior design team.

Architecture and Interiors Designer – Contractor at Deture Culsign

January 1, 2018 - May 1, 2018

Master plan, architecture, interiors for commercial, hospitality, and residential projects; conducted AIA Phases 1-3; created initial design proposals and material selections; coordinated with trades; produced CDs for building process and planning permits.

Project Manager and Designer – Contractor at Holly Hunt Enterprises – House of Hunt Interiors & Furniture

August 1, 2015 - August 1, 2017

Sole responsibility for design decisions across hospitality and residential projects; integrated design, engineering and carpentry; produced construction drawings, specs, schedules; quality assurance; led client meetings; site visits; coordinated internal and external teams; improved operational efficiency.

Architecture and Interiors Designer – Contractor at Stephen Sills Associates

April 1, 2013 - April 1, 2014

Residential and cultural projects; 101 West 78th St mid-rise multifamily renovations; 86th St renovation; Tina Turner Museum concept design; provided interior and architectural design services; direct work with project manager; millwork details; lighting and fixtures.

Architecture and Interiors Designer – Contractor at Haine & Co. Ltd

January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012

Residential renovations across multiple London addresses; RIBA Stage 0-4; client-facing design solutions; basement loft extension; planning applications; landscape proposal; coordination with clients.

Project Manager & Architect at Studio Verve Architects

March 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011

Master Plan, architecture and interiors for residential; Enver House renovations; Narrow Lane design package; RIBA Stages 0-7; CD sets; coordination with clients and public consultations.

Project Architect at Allan Rosenberg Architects

March 1, 2008 - March 1, 2010

Residential architecture and interior renovations; high-end design criteria; hand drawings, 2D-3D CAD and SketchUp proposals; planning and conservation work; direct client interface; reviewed materials and construction techniques.