# Ezgi Sari > Interior Designer Founder of Melez, a design studio rooted in storytelling, craftsmanship, and cultural strategy. Lead designer on high-end NYC residential and hospitality projects featured in Arch Digest, Assouline, and Elle Decor. Previously led design at a Brooklyn-based luxury furniture company, specializing in custom fabrication and installation. Global experience across NYC, Paris, Istanbul, and Luxembourg. Fluent in English, French, and Turkish. Things I can advise on: ✔️ How to launch a design studio ✔️ Interior architecture best practices ✔️ Custom furniture production ✔️ Adaptive reuse strategies ✔️ Design team and vendor management ✔️ Navigating luxury client projects ✔️ Design storytelling and branding Excited to support designers and creatives building thoughtful, impactful environments and products. ## Offerings - Video call (15 min): $100.00 ## Example Questions - How do you approach materials that need to be both beautiful and durable? - What’s your favorite way to add impact without doing a full renovation? - Any hidden gems or artisan makers you love? - What are some smart strategies to stay on budget when renovating my house? ## Links - [Expert profile](/EzgiSari) - [Avatar](https://media.intro.co/avatars/1310971NHo6Rbjo.jpg) - [Marketplace](/marketplace)