My name is Valya Zaytseva. I am an architect and spatial designer based in Berlin, and working internationally.

Over the past years, I have worked independently and in collaboration with various architectural studios. With over fifteen years of international experience across diverse projects, I bring expertise in all architectural phases and scales. I oversee projects from initial concept to realization, including detailed design, custom element development, construction supervision, production management, and quality assurance. 

My approach emphasizes creating atmospheric and innovative interiors and architecture through individual concepts and meticulous attention to detail, materials, lighting, and acoustics. My goal is to create functional and inspiring environments with a strong sense of identity. I focus on raw, solid construction materials rather than surface decoration, as I believe this approach represents the most honest design philosophy.

I welcome various projects, between commercial, cultural, and residential sectors. My portfolio includes work with fashion brands and retail, contemporary artists, music and event venues, educational spaces, museums, heritage, repurposed buildings, and residential projects.

Between 2021 and 2022, I worked as a senior architect at Berlin-based studio Sub, known for its collaborations with Balenciaga and artist Anne Imhof. During this time, we developed several flagship stores for Balenciaga, a new headquarters in Paris, and concepts for fashion shows. Additionally, we designed the architecture for two of Anne Imhof’s exhibitions, where the spatial design played a pivotal role in the visitor experience.

From 2018 to 2020, I was a senior architect at Berlin-based Studio Karhard, where I led the development and supervision of K41, a large music venue in Kyiv, Ukraine. This 10,000m² project involved the complex transformation of a 150-year-old brewery from ruins into one of the most advanced music venues.

Here you can find the selection of my most recent and notable projects.

Feel free to reach out to me with any questions or to talk about potential collaborations.

Thank you, and I look forward to hearing from you.