Inside Studio CM Design
- Carolina Mendonça
- Jan 17
- 1 min read
Design, for me, doesn’t happen in a single moment of inspiration. It unfolds over time — through observation, intention, and thoughtful refinement.
Much of the work happens quietly. Reviewing drawings, revisiting references, adjusting proportions, and weighing decisions with care. It’s in these moments that a project gains clarity and depth.
The studio is not a place of constant creation — it’s a place of focus. Where ideas are shaped, edited, and elevated. Where clarity replaces excess, and every decision earns its place.
Materials, samples, and books are always nearby — not as decoration, but as tools. They ground the process, reminding me that design is tactile. That scale, texture, and light deserve attention and time.

Over time, a clear direction emerges. A preference for balance over trends. For spaces that feel intentional, elevated, and personal. Spaces that create impact without needing explanation.
Decisions are rarely rushed. They’re shaped by context — the architecture, the client’s way of living, the light throughout the day. What stays is what feels aligned, balanced, and true to the space. What doesn’t belong is quietly removed.
Inside Studio CM Design, the process is deliberate and composed. Because when a space feels effortless, it’s the result of many well-considered decisions working together.
Great design is confident. It doesn’t rush — and it doesn’t need to announce itself.



