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How I started studio domka, the process of navigating multiple career paths, and the life lessons garnered on patience, perseverance, and connection to purpose.
A manifesto for all of my multi-passionates: finding beauty in doing more than just one thing.
How my immigrant upbringing and first home in Poland inspired my life as a creative and influenced my design studio

My Personal Home Story
How My Immigrant Upbringing Influenced My Life As A Creative And Inspired My Business
When you think of the word home, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s the familiarity of your childhood bedroom. The muffled sounds of upstairs neighbors through your popcorn ceiling. The warmth of the bathroom tile under your toes, illuminated by the hot midsummer sunshine.
Reflections after 3 personal rebrands and 7 years in the digital design world, a recent branding revelation from working with a dear client, and a very exciting rebrand announcement
A fresh perspective on what creativity can look like without any structure, reflections around breaking “rules” in life that don’t serve us, and leaning into whatever feels best in different seasons.
How I started studio domka, the process of navigating multiple career paths, and the life lessons garnered on patience, perseverance, and connection to purpose.
A manifesto for all of my multi-passionates: finding beauty in doing more than just one thing.
studio domka celebrated 2 official freelance design years this January! Here are the 5 biggest takeaways from my business journey to date.
The power of mindful, intentional moments in branding — how details and emotion influence brand loyalty (and can garner more of it).
Takeaways from my recent visit to Heirloom Market and how presence and curiosity allowed me to appreciate all of the special details
Reflections on this past year, my biggest takeaways, and the importance of taking time to celebrate milestones along the journey
How I'm leaning into the senses for more intentional moments before the hectic-ness of holiday season arrives
The impact solo traveling has had on my life and how a most recent trip to Miami deepened my relationship with Self
How my immigrant upbringing and first home in Poland inspired my life as a creative and influenced my design studio
I recently revisited my Master’s of Architecture Thesis — here are the deep insights that emerged connected to my current personal and creative growth journeys
Abstract oil paint stokes, delicate pressed flowers, organic pencil strokes, and simple artist’s tape come together in this month’s beauty bedroom gallery
Sentiments on Brutalism, why I’m inspired by this raw architectural style, and how I’m leveraging its beauty to inspire my current painting journey
Deep reflections on my latest abstract art practice, plus some fun case study explorations featuring Monet, Pollock, Duchamp, and Mondrian
Pressed flower and textured paper explorations for this month’s bedroom gallery, inspired by a recent handmade card for my mom featuring delicate florals
The top five reasons why I’ve formed a recent love affair with Scandinavian decor — plus, why I’m outfitting my apartment in this Nordic style
Finding softness, comfort, and nostalgia from my most-recent Pinterest perusing — how these pressed flower images are stirring up some heartfelt childhood memories
Lots of fun in the studio with this month’s bedroom gallery series, featuring abstract home explorations with oil paints and artist’s tape
The beautiful parallels I’m drawing between Alvar Aalto's pillars from the Villa Mairea and the jute rope bindings I integrate in my custom stationery pieces
Amidst all of the goings-on in the world, today I’m slowing down to appreciate the carefully-curated / innately-intentional / highly-sensorial / architectural moments of this masterpiece
Since having to work at home, fitness at home, and happy hour at home, I’ve gathered together this collection of home-esque imagery to compliment this new home-norm
Even though museums are closed down, I’m perusing the Whitney’s online archives and finding an unexpected comfort from the beautiful work of Edward Hopper
Quarantine life has inspired me to reconnect with my handmade artmaking practice and test a personal monthly “bedroom gallery” initiative. This month’s theme: beauty abstract pencil explorations
Journal Archive
My Journey From Lost & Unfulfilling 9-5 To Purpose-Driven Design Studio
How I started studio domka, the process of navigating multiple career paths, and the life lessons garnered on patience, perseverance, and connection to purpose.
How Ditching Labels Liberated Me In Life And Business
A manifesto for all of my multi-passionates: finding beauty in doing more than just one thing.
5 Takeaways From My First 2 Years As A Creative Business Owner
studio domka celebrated 2 official freelance design years this January! Here are the 5 biggest takeaways from my business journey to date.