Designing for Connection: How I Found My Way Here

How childhood instincts and bold pivots led me to a life in design.

Before I became a designer, I tried a few different paths—none of which felt quite like me.

I started out studying Public Relations. It felt like a known profession that might allow me to be creative—or so I thought. But there are different " creative " types, and this one wasn’t mine.

So I pivoted.

I jumped into chemistry and set my sights on medical school. I thought I’d become a dermatologist—a career that, on paper, checked all the boxes of what we’re told success looks like: stable, respectable, and family approved.

But something still felt off.
And although I appreciated the sense of purpose medicine offered, it didn’t spark anything within me.
Plus—let’s be honest—a right-side brainer taking Chemistry? That road was leading to a dead end.

Now, I look back and think, Woah, you were lost!
And honestly? Feeling lost is valid.
We need to feel lost to find ourselves. Otherwise… where’s the excitement?

-BEBE, “ABC” (listen to track)

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Rewinding to childhood...

I see myself playing with playdough, walking barefoot, making bracelets, and living carefree.
The truth is—I always felt the urge to create and craft, to combine colors, to gift those creations and see someone smile.
That felt like magic.

As kids, we develop key foundations that we often brush off as we “grow up.”
We say, “I was just a kid.”
But those early instincts—what we repeat, what lights us up—that’s the root.
And deep down, those roots drive us. They echo no matter what we do.

And design kept calling me. No matter what I did.

I noticed space, touched textures, and often imagined how a room could look and feel.
2.5 years into my degree—feeling lost and, at times, hopeless—I finally answered.

I realized that design could be more than aesthetics.
(Don’t get me wrong—I love beautiful things, and a stunning result will always be a pillar.)

But I realized it could be about people.
About shaping how they live, how they feel, and how they connect.
And that was my lightbulb moment. 💡

Designing for connection became the thread that pulled me forward.

Was it scary to change course? Absolutely. At that point, I would have to move from Puerto Rico to Florida and completely leave behind what I felt was known: my roots, friends, and family. I felt a lot of fear.
When I told people I was leaving medicine for design, I could feel the worry—the disbelief.
But I knew that I was choosing something that felt aligned. I was choosing myself, following a passion.
Something where I could genuinely make a difference in people’s lives.

Success didn’t have to look like everyone else’s version.
It could look like me—creative, heartfelt, intentional.

If you get to know me or work with me, you’ll learn quickly—I ask a lot of questions.
I’m curious by nature (another childhood trait).
I love getting to know you—not just the surface stuff, but what lights you up.
What brings you joy.

I’ll be your biggest supporter. I’ll cheer you on and help you push forward the better version of yourself you’re striving for.

I learned that from my mother.

That is also how I approach design: not just to create something beautiful on the outside but to craft an environment that supports your goals, your growth, your stillness… whatever it is that makes you, you.

Now, whether I’m designing a home, a hospitality space, or just reflecting here with you, I come back to that same question:

How can this space help someone feel more connected?
To themselves.
To the people around them.
To the life they want to live.

That’s what lights me up. That’s why I’m here.

If you resonate with how I got here and have a space you’re craving to transform to “embody your living,” I’d love to help.

If you are interested in working with our Interior Design Studio -

Until next time.

With Love,