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Spaces for people. With effect and function.

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It all starts with people.

I create spaces in which people feel comfortable, are inspired and can relax. Because for me, the atmosphere is at the core of every interior design. Along with this, it is my job as an interior designer to express people's identity — by precisely designing the spatial effect and merging function and aesthetics. I follow this approach with great conviction, sensitivity and precision based on my many years of experience.

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Aesthetics and function in harmony

Aesthetics and function in harmony.

Spaces influence our thinking, our mood, and how we interact. My motivation is to design spaces that are not only beautiful — but also have an effect: emotional, functional and meaningful. Whether at home or in public spaces: As a creative strategist, I design in such a way that atmosphere and everyday life complement each other optimally.

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People, spaces, stories.

Every house, every construction and every room has its own, tangible story — this is an insight that always accompanies me in my work. But in the same way, everyone has their own story. And I take time for them: I listen, ask questions. So my work doesn't start with materials, but with conversation. This creates spaces that are not interchangeable.

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Personal, timeless, in balance.

I find my inspiration for uniqueness in people. Together with my customers, I develop individual concepts that do justice to the location and its purpose. I believe in clean lines, in quality before decoration, in long-lasting solutions. And I believe that good design isn't loud — it's coherent.

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Internationally tested with a creative sense

Internationally tested with a creative sense.

As an interior designer with international experience, my path took me across different cultures, materials and styles — but one thing always remained the same: My interest in people and in what spaces do to us. I work analytically and intuitively at the same time, designing with precision and empathy. And I love it when concepts become reality.

Renowned quality for private and business customers.

I work both for homeowners with an interest in aesthetics and personal expression as well as for business customers from the hotel, catering and commercial sectors.

Renowned quality for private and business customers

Projects with a wide range of options

See my portfolio as an invitation: Be inspired by the variety of options and follow the blossoming ideas. Each project is an example of how interior design makes personality visible and gives rooms a new quality.

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Interview with Rita Szabó, interior designer

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Rita Szabo
What is the most important task of interior design for you?

For me, building is a form of creation — and creation is something profoundly human. Even as a child, I didn't want to play with dolls, but to build with Lego. This joy of seeing something happen still accompanies me today. For me, interior design is not just design, but also a complex interplay of people and space. And when everything comes together in the end — function, atmosphere, personality — that is a very fulfilling moment for me.

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They say: “Spaces have an effect on people.” What do you mean by that specifically?

A good room is self-explanatory — it conveys exactly the atmosphere you wanted to achieve without having to explain anything. For me, the focus is always on people: Who is in the room? What mood should be created? I don't simply design spaces, I try to translate an attitude, a need, a goal into spatial form. And to do so, I go deep into the topics and do comprehensive research. For me, it's almost like art — as a more introverted person, I can express myself through spaces.

Many of your customers say they know what they don't want — but they don't know what they want. How do you deal with that?

That's not all that unusual — many people don't have a finished image in their heads, but rather a feeling. I think that if you know what you don't want, you can already set the right direction. In the first phase, I ask a lot of questions — about likes, dislikes, routines. It is less about space and more about people. When I understand someone, I usually quickly find out what he or she needs. It only becomes difficult when someone says: “Just surprise me.” But even then, a good conversation helps.

How do you bring personality to a room without it leaking into the private or into anything?

For me, the decisive factor is trust between me and the customer. Interior design is always also a step towards privacy — whether in your own home or in a company. I take this trust very seriously. Of course, there are structural requirements, but within these framework conditions, you can design rooms in such a way that they tell something about the person or the company. Nice interior alone is relatively simple. But a space that suits a person and feels coherent is only successful if there is chemistry between me and the customer.

How do you combine functionality with aesthetics — especially with more complex projects such as hotels or restaurants?

Functionality is an absolute priority for such projects — otherwise the most beautiful design is of no use. I see it as my job to precisely understand functional requirements — and then to implement them in an aesthetically wise manner. In a pharmacy, for example, it was important to be close to customers and at the same time offer opportunities to retreat. We solved that with a glass wall and a curtain. For me, the function determines the framework — but within this framework, you can develop design with impact.

You have received several awards — what do these recognitions mean for your work?

I don't need prices to know why I'm doing what I'm doing. But they're a nice confirmation — especially because they show that my work is understood and appreciated. It is my life's work, and when that is recognized, I am of course very happy.

What do you take away from international projects that enriches your work in Switzerland?

International projects always make me think outside the box. I'm curious — about other cultures, new materials, different technical solutions. Even within Switzerland, every region is different. And sometimes it is even the case that we in Switzerland are further along on certain technical topics and I take this knowledge with me abroad. But in general, I don't think in terms of standards. I'm interested in something special, something that hasn't been established yet — and how that can be combined with functional design.

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