Studio Design Lead

Archit brings a distinctive blend of technical expertise, creative leadership, and operational insight to every assignment. A licensed architect with extensive experience across branded environments, he excels at translating complex ideas into cohesive, well-resolved spaces. His command of project delivery, inventive mindset, and ability to unite teams have helped produce some of the industry’s most dynamic settings.

Collects — recommendations, rarely kept unshared.
Always noticing — the details you weren’t supposed to.
Recently discovered — aura photography.

Director of Marketing and Business Development

With more than two decades of marketing experience at The Walt Disney Company, Darcy brings a powerful combination of strategy, storytelling, and relationship-building to Harken. Passionate about connecting people and ideas, she champions the firm’s voice, cultivates meaningful partnerships, and identifies opportunities that advance its mission while expanding its presence throughout the hospitality and design community.

Finds joy in — hunting for treasures others overlooked.
Dreams of visiting — Greece.
Believes — that most people are inherently good.

Senior Designer

Allie has shaped a range of hospitality and wellness environments through her refined sensibility and confident direction. Drawing from artistic, cultural, and natural influences, she gives each space a compelling identity, rich character, and memorable point of view. A trusted designer and mentor, she establishes a strong creative foundation for each project while fostering the exchange of ideas that advances Harken’s practice.

Recently discovered — the lure of an audiobook.
Finds joy in — a new recipe and good glass of wine.
Currently exploring — the chaos of being a dog-mom.

Senior Designer

Since joining Harken in its earliest years, Agnes has helped define the studio’s enduring standards for craftsmanship, curiosity, and excellence. Based in France, she brings an international perspective and nuanced approach to interiors. Her meticulous attention to detail, deep understanding of how things are made, and uncompromising standards ensure that every project is realized with intention, integrity, and quality.

Collects — vintage crystal ice buckets.
Favorite recharge — seasonal walks in the vineyard.
Finds joy in — lavender bending beneath a bumblebee.

Senior Designer

Elyse guides complex student housing projects through stakeholder needs, layered decisions, and critical timelines, applying the same command across Harken’s portfolio. Her beginnings in political science inform an investigative mindset and instinct for uncovering the best path forward. She mobilizes teams, champions clients, and brings focus, confidence, and decisive leadership to every engagement.

Dreams of visiting — family homes in Cairo and Haifa.
Never travels without — ideally, my two boys!
Inspired by — history and fashion, both full of lessons.

Senior Designer

Olga leads with discipline, empathy, and a genuine investment in the success of both people and projects. Known for finding elegant answers to complex challenges, she pairs exceptional organization with an inclusive leadership style that empowers those around her. Her holistic methodology, grounded in architectural thinking and interior design expertise, reveals possibilities and strengthens outcomes at every stage.

Inspired by — conversations and craftsmanship.
Currently exploring — new gardening techniques.
Never travels without — well-researched dining plans.

Designer II

Emily combines creative intuition with technical command, strategic organization, and a forward-looking mindset. Moving between vision and detail, she brings structure and momentum to complex assignments. She readily adopts new tools and methods, finding more effective ways to move ideas forward. Her versatility, initiative, and sound judgment make her a dynamic force within the studio.

Weekend ritual — coffee, curiosity, fresh flowers.
Inspired by — cinematic storytelling.
Believes — every gathering is better with a theme.

Designer II

With a cross-cultural lens, Jiahao approaches design through technical rigor, patient inquiry, and analytical problem-solving. Bridging visualization, spatial planning, and documentation, he translates ambitious ideas into coherent solutions with precision and clarity. His adaptability, steady demeanor, and exacting standards make him a trusted colleague and an integral contributor to the studio’s creative and technical achievements.

Dreams of visiting — the vast African savanna.
Currently exploring — global architectural styles.
Favorite recharge — playing competitive basketball.

Designer I

Joining Harken from the University of Cincinnati’s renowned DAAP program, Channing quickly established herself as a perceptive designer with an unwavering dedication to high-quality work. Conscientious, dependable, and highly skilled, she handles every responsibility with deliberation and focus. Her devotion to craft, eagerness to contribute, and team-minded spirit enhance the collective effort behind final results.

Never travels without — a camera to capture memories.
Collects — unique rocks from the beach.
Dreams of visiting — Italy’s Amalfi Coast.

Designer I

Jackson believes the best design begins with understanding people and envisioning spaces that leave a positive, lasting impact. Passionate about sustainability, he grounds his process in research, open-minded exploration, and a people-first philosophy. His background in French education, international residency, and nonprofit disaster relief has shaped an empathetic worldview centered on resilience and responsibility.

Currently exploring — Chicago as a former Wisconsinite.
Weekend ritual — lakeside sunset picnic with friends.
Finds joy in — the spirit of conversations with strangers.

Design Assistant

Over two semesters with Harken, Meghan has become a valued member of the team through her initiative, professionalism, and attentiveness. She provides essential support across production efforts, builds valuable vendor relationships, and curates the materials library with impressive order. Her reliability, resourcefulness, and positive presence benefit both what we produce and the culture we share.

Inspired by — the golden hour and desert architecture.
Believes — good food is best with good company.
Weekend ritual — taking in the skyline.