Team

Mariia Redkolis

Where were you born?

Russia

Where is your favorite travel destination?

I’d love to travel the whole world – but I’d definitely go back to Georgia (country) and Tenerife, Spain

What’s something you’d still love to learn?

Surfing & skydiving – to overcome my biggest fears: heights and depth

Describe Mancini’s company culture in one word?

Inspiring & supportive

What do you hope to see in the future in the world of architecture and design?

More ergonomic and sustainable design, with a better balance between quality and cost.

When did you know you wanted to be an architect/designer?

I’ve always known I wanted to do something creative – I come from a family of sculptors and artists, and I chose to follow in my Dad’s footsteps as an Architect.

What is something you collect?

I collect something unique from every place I’ve visited

What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?

Never compare yourself to others – compare yourself to who you were a year ago

What is your favorite hobby?

Traveling and discovering new places, creating handmade pieces

Who inspires you the most in your field?

My Dad, an Architect, used to take me to large-scale construction sites from the age of 5

Do you have any hidden talents?

I have experience doing small tattoos. I taught guitar and studied piano for 10 years, performed in a quartet.

Any other interesting fact about you?

I have a cat, Bagi, who moved with us and is living his best life in New York now.