About her
About her
Ayana is a designer based in Kyoto.
Her curiosity for design and spaces started when she was a child. One of her favorite things to do was to make paintings, drawings, and small models of spaces and furniture. It was natural for her to start a journey of studying in the field of architecture and interior design.
Having completed her BA in architecture in 2017, including one year at Aalto University in Helsinki in 2013, Ayana started her career as an interior designer in Kyoto.
Ayana’s professional experience includes a wide range of project types and scales; both local and overseas; from private residences to commercial interiors. By being thoroughly involved from concept design to completion, Ayana delivers outstanding results and delights her clients.
Currently working as an interior designer based in Kyoto, Ayana is available for consulting with new clients by appointment.
Ayana is a designer based in Kyoto.
Her curiosity for design and spaces started when she was a child. One of her favorite things to do was to make paintings, drawings, and small models of spaces and furniture. It was natural for her to start a journey of studying in the field of architecture and interior design.
Having completed her BA in architecture in 2017, including one year at Aalto University in Helsinki in 2013, Ayana started her career as an interior designer in Kyoto.
Ayana’s professional experience includes a wide range of project types and scales; both local and overseas; from private residences to commercial interiors. By being thoroughly involved from concept design to completion, Ayana delivers outstanding results and delights her clients.
Currently working as an interior designer based in Kyoto, Ayana is available for consulting with new clients by appointment.
Business Card Design

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The design of this business card is inspired by the form of the S-hook—a timeless and utilitarian object that has connected two elements across centuries and cultures, adapting in material and shape yet never losing its essential purpose.
In this design, the S-hook symbolizes the elegant simplicity, stability, and adaptable flexibility that define Catalyst Kyushu’s role.
The dual-colored line represents both the unripe potential of green fruit—still on its journey to maturity—and the vibrant energy that nurtures and illuminates what is to come.
This continuous curve evokes Catalyst Kyushu’s mission to serve as a bridge between Kyushu and Asia, catalyzing innovation through meaningful connection.
The visual continuation from front to back also expresses a future of organic growth—where each added “hook” signifies a new member or partner, forming an increasingly diverse and resilient ecosystem of collaboration.
Note: This image uses dummy contact information for privacy purposes.


