About us

Who we are

At Studio Diseñá, we believe in crafting exceptional experiences through design. Our commitment lies in establishing a robust Design Foundation that places human experiences at its core. From conceptualization to realization, our approach is grounded in thorough research and informed by established design principles. At Studio Diseñá, our multidisciplinary approach encompasses four distinct studios: Architecture, Interior, Experience, and Consultancy. Each studio operates underpinned by our Design Foundations, serving as the bedrock that guides our creative endeavors:

Story Telling

Studio Diseñá follows the methodology of form follows fiction. It all starts with the idea of the client and results in a design. We focus on creating a design that is inspired by the client’s storyline and that represents the client’s vision. Every design needs to tell a story which later translates into an object that helps the client create more stories and memories

Sustainability

Sustainability is one of our design pillars, as we stand for change within our built environment. Rethinking the way we look at designs in the Caribbean, using our climate to better ourselves and minimize our global impact.

Technology

We are a technology-first design studio, where our designs are enhanced by technology. We embrace that technology is part of our daily lives and we incorporate it into our designs. Technology is always evolving, we challenge ourselves to create designs that are ready for the future. Designed today but future-ready.


Why we do it

At Studio Diseñá, we conceive design as storytelling grounded in our Design Foundations. Our fundamental inquiry revolves around the narrative you wish to convey through your design. We meticulously harmonize every facet within that narrative, crafting designs that enrich your daily experiences. Each studio at Studio Diseñá is rooted in human-centric principles, continuously exploring novel avenues to enhance the human condition through design. Our vision extends to reshaping the perspective on design within the Caribbean specifically on the island of Curacao. To achieve this vision, we steadfastly uphold our three Design Foundations: sustainability, technology, and storytelling. These Design Foundations propel us toward creating human-centered experiences tailored to our clients, employing a research-based approach that spans from operational management to the creation of inviting, human-friendly spaces. Consequently, our focus remains on transforming the perception of space and design through our urban framework.


Dedicated to change

As a design studio, we dedicate ourselves to change. Changing the way we think about the built environment on our Caribbean islands. Using design methods to enlarge our way of life. By using technology, sustainability, and storytelling as design pillars, we can create a change within our islands. We strive to Manufacture memories within the Caribbean. By Tackling challenges by creating spaces that solve the task at hand and enhance the future of that given project and its given users.


Our team

We believe in collaborating with a diverse group of entrepreneurs who are professionals in their respective fields to ensure a well-thought-out design.

Shawn Zimmerman

Founder/ Head architect
Architect specializing in sustainability
MIT commercial real estate analysis & investment

Vince Naar

Co-Founder
Chief Financial Officer
Financial/Feasibility advisor