Sergio Mannino Studio

New York Design Agency envisioning Interiors, Brands, and Objects

What we do

Every project starts with a question: why does this brand exist, and what does it want to say? We learn the answer before we design anything. Then we build spaces, identities, and objects that make that story visible.
We have a distinct design language. But our job is to use it in service of your vision, not ours. The result tends to feel specific, because it is. It was made for you.

Who we are

A team of architects, graphic and product designers, branding strategists, writers, and dreamers. We are based in New York and have been working this way since 2008. We are rigorous about ideas and loose about everything else.

Our clients

If you want to replicate something that already exists, we're probably not the right fit.
If you're ready for something more honest and less predictable, we are. Our clients tend to know what they stand for. They come to us because they want that to show.

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Projects

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Moomoo Café – New York City

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Hair Salon Design for Glam Seamless in Soho New York

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Soho Greenhouse - Cannabis Brand Identity

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Shiro Seating Collection for Stone Island HK

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(What we do)

"If you can design one thing, you can design everything" Massimo Vignelli

Retail Store Design

Every interior tells a story, let’s make it unforgettable

Rethinking Retail Design For a New Era

As consumer behavior shifts and online platforms dominate transactions, the role of the physical store must be reimagined.
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Today, a store is no longer a place where you sell products. It’s a stage for brand storytelling, emotion, and human connection. Sales may happen online, but the customer’s interaction with the brand needs to occur on a physical level if we want to convey real emotions.
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It is the unique physicality of store experience, as well as the convenience of the digital world, that will allow the next generation of retailers to thrive.

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Branding

A Brand is Not a Logo

Building Brands People Love

Every good brand has a story that connects with people. Brands are all about feelings. We believe in creating memorable experiences that inspire, build trust, and stand strong in a changing world.
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Our goal is to shape identities that truly reflect what your business stands for, making sure it leaves a lasting impression.
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A brand is not a logo; a brand is what people say about your company when you are not in the room. But we can design that logo as well ;-)

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Pharmacy Design

The Future of Healthcare

Designing Pharmacies That People Trust

The interior of your pharmacy must communicate identity, trust, and care. Every detail—from materials and lighting to signage and layout—defines the customer experience and positions your business in a crowded market.
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Forget the sterile, neon-lit setups.
We design spaces with warmth, clarity, and purpose—places that leave a lasting impression.

The same principles that drive great retail apply here: emotional connection, ease of use, and a strong sense of character. Good pharmacy design makes every visit feel personal.

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Residential Design

Your personal story, beautifully told.

How to design a home

I believe that a piece of furniture can carry stories that go way beyond the mere functionality of the object. Furniture can be a vehicle to express love, passion, and even political ideas. A piece of furniture has the immense power to change a room and how you feel when you walk into it.
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I spent my whole life sketching and building objects, believing that, even if they will never be able to change the world, they can help make our environment a better place for our existence. SM
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This is the basis that guides how we approach Design in general and in homes in particular. Each home becomes a canvas where each element is carefully chosen and placed to resonate with your life story and our world at this specific time.
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We design places where architecture, colors, furniture, and light, combine to evoke emotions. Your home should reflect who you are and who you want to be.

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furniture Design

Bespoke Furniture and Rugs

Italian Design, Handcrafted to Perfection

An important part of our work involves designing furniture, objects, and rugs that often begin as open explorations, free from specific constraints. These pieces are then custom-tailored to fit a client’s unique needs.
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We’re not traditional makers. Instead, we prefer to rely on the skills of the people we collaborate with because this allows us to explore new areas of design without being forced to stay within the boundaries of our artisanal skills.
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Each piece we make is created by hand; most are unique, and nothing is mass-produced.

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