New York, United States
ALA Studio is a New York City-based architecture and interior design firm founded by Alda Ly in 2017. Formerly known as Alda Ly Architecture, the studio prides itself on emphasizing deep listening and hands-on collaboration with clients, treating each project as an opportunity to foster creativity. The firm's client roster includes prestigious names such as Bloomberg, Princeton University, Christian Louboutin, Red Bull, Rent the Runway, The Wing, and women’s healthcare platform Tia.
ALA Studio's approach focuses on creating comfortable and healthy environments, offering custom solutions that prioritize the end user's experience. The studio excels in rethinking traditional healthcare, retail, office, hospitality, and cultural spaces for both established organizations and startups. Known for its minimalist and playful design vocabulary, ALA's projects seamlessly combine comfort, wellness, smart planning, and fresh interior design concepts.
Being a certified Minority & Woman-owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) in NYC, ALA Studio has gained national and international recognition, being featured in publications such as Metropolis, Contract, Interior Design, and Wallpaper*. The firm has also received awards from Fast Company, Healthcare Design, and Interior Design, solidifying its reputation in the industry.
With a process that begins with thorough ethnographic research and a discovery phase, ALA Studio collaborates closely with clients to identify challenges and articulate their needs, shaping designs based on individual experiences and functionality. While the exact investment details and recent activities of the firm are not available, ALA Studio's innovative approach and impressive client portfolio position it as a promising player in the architecture and interior design sphere.
