Have you ever wanted to set your parent's house on fire just to get them out of their rut? Just so they had some change in their lives? [...] Keep things lively. Home is like one of those aging European cities like Bonn or Anthwerp or Vienna or Zurich, where there are no young people and it feels like an expensive waiting room
Douglas Coupland, Generation X

Interior Design

These words often bring to mind images of perfectly coordinated furniture, carefully selected color palettes, and trendy décor. But what if we looked beyond the aesthetics? What if we dug deeper, underneath the surface-level glamour, to explore the soul of our homes?

A room, a home, or any space we inhabit is more than just an assembly of walls, floors, and ceilings. It's a miniature universe, echoing the whispers of our hopes, dreams, and memories. In the quiet corners and bustling centers, the light dancing through the windows and the shadows nestled in the nooks and gaps, we find fragments of our own stories unfolding.

Every space we inhabit becomes an intimate part of our lives, shaping and being shaped by our experiences. Just as a river carves the landscape, our lives leave marks on our surroundings, turning an impersonal space into a personal sanctuary.

But it's not just about the physical aspects of our home interiors. The magic is in the way these spaces make us feel, the way they reflect our inner world, our soul. A room, in its essence, is a mirror of the soul, reflecting our innermost thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

Interiors’ Universe

This concept of the space-soul connection is rooted in an ancient understanding of the world. It's the idea that our surroundings are a microcosm of the universe, embodying the harmony and order that governs the cosmos. The layout of a room, the arrangement of a home, and the design of a city are not just matters of convenience or aesthetic preference. They're an expression of the cosmic principles that guide our lives.

The idea that a home interior is a universe within four walls might seem far-fetched, but think about it. Our homes contain our worlds. They're the stage where we play out the drama of our lives, the canvas where we paint our dreams, and the soil where we plant our hopes.

But our spaces aren't just passive receivers of our lives but active participants in our stories. They shape our moods, influence our thoughts, and guide our actions. They can soothe our sorrows, ignite our creativity, and kindle our love. They're the unsung heroes of our lives, the secret keepers of our stories. Our homes are the silent companions of our lives, bearing witness to our triumphs and failures, our joys and sorrows, our dreams and fears.

And as our lives evolve, our home interiors evolve with us. They are living, breathing entities that grow and change, reflecting our journey through life. This dynamic nature of places keeps them vibrant, alive, and in tune with us. The role of a home designer, then, is about more than just creating visually pleasing environments. It's about creating spaces that resonate with those living in them.

So, the next time you step into a room, remember: you're not just entering a space. You're stepping into a universe that echoes with your story, a universe that begins and ends with you. This is the magic that we carry within us, the magic that we bring to our spaces, and the magic that our homes bring to our lives.

Sergio Mannino Studio
We are a New York-based Design Agency, envisioning inspiring spaces and exploring the boundaries of what we can design today. Our unique blend of strategy insight, design aesthetic, and understanding of consumer psychology distinguishes us from other studios. If you are an adventurous, fearless soul looking to explore with us, give us a call.