I’m Carla Mariko Swanson, born in Japan & raised in Hawaii. My creativity is inspired by my deep connection to nature. After graduating from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, I worked for twelve years in Hollywood as an art director, editor, and motion designer.

Inspired to explore and grow through new experiences, I traveled extensively and discovered Bali, where I spent the next decade developing and managing a yoga and wellness boutique hotel and continued to apply my skills for marketing materials.

I’m back in the biz and enjoying it more than ever! I am currently working on new hotel concepts that blend design, hospitality, and storytelling.