Hi, I’m Elena — the founder of Homemaking Studio. I’m an artist, art educator, and interior designer… but really, I’m just someone who’s endlessly fascinated by how our spaces can make us feel things — cozy, inspired, calm, or just finally not annoyed by that weird corner you never knew what to do with.

Creativity has always been at the heart of what I do, and my path into interior design unfolded in the most personal (and mildly dramatic) way.

It all started on my birthday — and with a very overwhelmed two-seater sofa. I had somehow managed to squeeze eleven of my favourite people onto it, and when the twelfth friend made the bold move to sit down… well, the sofa dramatically gave up. Right then and there. Nothing says “welcome to your 30s” like a full furniture collapse mid-party.

But in the ruins of that poor sofa came a lightbulb moment. I wasn’t just shopping for a sturdier replacement — I was thinking: How do I want my home to hold the people I love? I started reimagining the space, not just to look good, but to feel warm, inviting, and ready for whatever life throws our way (including impromptu group hugs and surprise guests).

That moment sparked something bigger. Interior design started to feel like a natural extension of everything I was already doing — translating feeling into form. My background as an artist gave me an eye for color, balance, and beauty, while years of teaching art taught me how to really listen and help others express their vision (even if that vision starts with “I just want it to not feel weird anymore”).

To me, great design isn’t just about the visual — it’s about creating spaces that feel right, tell your story, and make room for life to unfold. Whether it’s bold and expressive or soft and serene, I bring curiosity, care, and a good dose of humor to every project.

Let’s make something beautiful — and maybe sofa-safe — together.