Last year we presented Maison Casagui, made up of 4 different independant companies. Now we would like to introduce Giselle, an independent interior architect and founder of GEM Design Studio.
Originally from South Africa, she spent the first 30 years of her life living in close proximity to the Kruger National Park. She married a Swiss-Italian, but before settling in Switzerland they spent a few years in the United States.
She studied and worked in the field of industrial psychology, but always had a passion for finding the most functional layouts for spaces. After testing the water with a decorating course with KLC School of Design in London, she completed her certificate in interior architecture with the Swiss Design Center in Lausanne.
She is a firm believer the home should be a soothing and harmonious place, where her clients and their families can work, play and unwind. She particularly focuses on functional spaces, that are able to evolve with the changing needs of the client and the individual family members. Without being a slave to trends, her objective is to bring originality and richness to each project, not only with the choice of furnishings, lighting and art, but also with the use of a natural palette of materials and textures.
She offers a fully bespoke service for those who need help with all aspects of an interior project, be it a new build, a one room or a full house renovation. She involves her clients in all aspects of the design process, guiding them through the stages of the project in such a way, that decision making becomes an enjoyable journey, where they can see their dream home taking shape.
With each project presenting its unique complexities, she ensures a tailored solution to meet each client’s budgetary requirements.
Having joined Maison Casagiu & Co in Nyon in 2023, enables her to collaborate with other members of this dynamic team, including furnishings, lighting, and commissioned paintings.
Feel free to pop into the boutique or if that’s too much of a hassle, give her a call and she can set up a time to meet you at your place.
She is offering a one-hour consultation at home for a room of choice, followed by a concept board and product suggestions. The first Know-it-all reader of this article to contact her, will be the lucky winner.
GEM Design Studio
Rue de Rive 67
1260 Nyon
078 704 11 70
info@gem-designstudio.com
www.gem-designstudio.com
A meeting place and a source of inspiration
Maison Casagiu & Co is a vibrant place of exchange and creativity, these premises are designed to be "lived in" and are ideal for numerous events, organised once a month on different themes, bringing together shoppers and local personalities.
Maison Casagiu & Co
Rue de Rive 67 / Quai louis Bonnard
1260 Nyon
The key players:
- GEM Design Studio
078 704 11 70
info@gem-designstudio.com
www.gem-designstudio.com
Giselle, is an independent interior architect and offers a fully bespoke service for those who need help with all aspects of an interior project.
- SABINE LECERCQ HAANAES
078 847 25 03
stanfcal@yahoo.com
Instagram: sabine.l.haanaes.art
Fascinated by the power of colours and painting as an expression of liberty and happiness, Sabine L. Haanæs loves collaborating with clients who want to commission a painting that speaks to their particular needs and taste.
- Maison Casagiu
022 776 59 12
info@casagiu.com
www.casagiu.com
Laetitia and Barbara form a united and seamlessly united team in the magnificent showroom featuring furniture, art, decorative items, and more.
- Profil ID Sàrl, Profil Immobilier & Interior Design
022 776 06 70
hello@profil-id.ch
www.profil-id.ch
Bénédicte and Priscille, both passionate about real estate bring a human dimension to their work.
