Julia Schafhauser serves as the Managing Director of the U.S. office and Director of Strategic Partnerships USA / Europe. She is a LEED AP BD+C accredited professional in Building Design and Construction, as well as an Associate AIA and ASID member. Julia holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Architecture and brings over 15 years of broad experience in the architecture and interior design industry in New York City, with projects spanning nationwide. She is specializing in Hospitality, Commercial, Retail, Healthcare, and high-end Residential projects. Her work has been featured in Hospitality Design Magazine, Boutique Design Magazine, and EFA: Environments for the Aging. Julia is passionate about shaping Branded Environments and Narrative Spaces through a thoughtful blend of traditional architectural principles and advanced technologies. With a strong commitment to sustainability, she integrates environmentally responsible strategies into her work and actively promotes resource-efficient, high-performance buildings aligned with LEED standards. Known for her collaborative mindset and warm communication style, she excels at guiding clients through the design process with energy and enthusiasm. Her expertise spans all phases of a project from Concept and Schematic Design through Design Development, Budgeting, Construction Documentation, Specifications, and Construction Administration, to custom Furniture and Lighting design.