KALINA is an interior design consultancy in Brighton, founded by Kim Kalinowski
“My one rule when we decorate is that there are no rules. We adventure intuitively together through eras, cultures and rituals, creating uniquely beautiful and warm spaces where you can feel good and live well.”
My DESIGN STUDIO specialises in story telling - through colour and the unique vintage items which I source for each project. I help you create easy, playful and nurturing spaces which tell your story.
Hello and welcome to KALINA.
Originally trained in psychology and following an international career in brand communications, I’m fascinated by emotional connection and story telling.
I founded STUDIO KALINA in 2023 on a mission to uncover what makes each individual feel uniquely ‘well at home’ and commit to creating this in the most sustainable way. My eye for mixing colours, patterns, textures and forms, means each project is a courageous and playful experiment in the art of self expression.
There is no one KALINA style. The magic is in the mix and inspired by you. Together, we boldly craft and curate your story, layer by layer, designing uniquely beautiful autobiographical spaces where you can feel good and live well.
GO SLOW TO GET HIGH is our guiding philosophy, placing your wellbeing at the heart of every project. We champion craftsmanship and sustainable brands, conserve and restore existing pieces and architectural details, curate vintage and antique collections, bring nature in, reduce waste and over-consumption. By bringing intention to what you buy and how you decorate, you get to make a difference and feel good - micro dosing on these thoughtful design decisions in your home every day.
If this has you excited and wanting to find out more, come join the slow home revolution:
Call or email me to talk about how I can help you transform your home;
Enjoy having a browse around my shop, where you'll find my edit of vintage and crafted contemporary pieces, chosen for their quality, quirk, comfort and originality;
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With love,
Kim X
#GOSLOWTOGETHIGH
“Sourcing one of a kind, quality vintage pieces is an eternal thrill for me and my clients. I love to showcase these pieces as art forms in the home - an eclectic expression of the home owner, and built to last.”
My VINTAGE COLLECTION is a curated edit of crafted design and decorative antiques from the past, which bring a modern beat to the present, while protecting our future.