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Designing with Purpose — From Strategy to Space! My Diary, Entry No.5
This post is a deeper look into my design philosophy — how I work with intention, connect strategy and aesthetics, and bring spaces to life that feel personal, functional, and lasting. Every detail tells a story. Designing with Purpose Design, for me, is never just decoration; it’s a multifaceted process and it’s about understanding people. As a 360° strategic creative , I combine big-picture thinking with a human approach. Every project begins with strategy: a clear concept,

bychristabinder
Oct 16


Why AI Will Never Replace Designers Like Me. My Diary, Entry No.4
AI can spark ideas, but it can’t design a home. In this post, I share how I use AI as a creative tool — from testing styles to building moodboards — and then show how real design happens when human insight, storytelling, and lived experience take over. See how I transformed an AI-rendered vision of my living room into the intentional, black-and-white space I call home.

bychristabinder
Sep 12


Living Room Reimagined: The Lazy (and Pragmatic) Minimalist: Why I Choose Less (and Love It) My Diary, Entry No.3
I’m going to be honest: I’m a minimalist — not just because I love the aesthetics (which I absolutely do), but because I’m also a bit lazy. But lazy in the best possible way. Not the kind of lazy that means I don’t care — the kind of lazy that values peace, calm, and clarity. I don’t want to spend hours dusting decor I don’t need. I don’t want to be surrounded by clutter that adds no meaning. I want a home that feels like a cave — a safe, clean, cozy space to recharge in. Tha

bychristabinder
Sep 5


From a Small Village to Global Design: My Journey in Design. My Diary, Entry No.2
From a childhood in East Styria’s rolling hills to a design life in Amsterdam, my journey has been shaped by places, people, and the spaces we call home. Traveling between Austria, the Netherlands, and the UK, I see how identity, culture, and everyday habits shape interiors. This entry reflects on how my roots, routes, and experiences continue to inspire the spaces I create today.

bychristabinder
Jul 28


Same House, Different Lives! How Diverse Backgrounds Shape Our Interior Design Journey! My Diary, Entry No.1
Discover Funenpark in Amsterdam, a unique car‑free neighborhood where modern architecture meets lush green spaces. This urban oasis blends contemporary living with nature, creating a vibrant, pedestrian‑friendly community.

bychristabinder
Jul 11

A personal space where I share how I see, shape, and style interiors — from curated boards and materials to room concepts and styling stories.
This is where every project begins; with mood, tone, texture, and the feeling of a space coming to life.

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