Keiko Harada’s approach to interior design is anything but conventional. With a career shaped by her experiences living and working in Japan, Italy, and Los Angeles, Harada has developed a signature style that blends the best of these diverse cultures. The minimalist elegance of Japanese design, the craftsmanship and timeless beauty of Italian interiors, and the effortless, laid-back vibe of California living all come together harmoniously in her work.
“I love things that are modern, contemporary, and clean; that perfect balance of function and beauty,” Harada says. And it’s this balance that shines through in every space she touches, whether it’s a high-end residential project or a sleek commercial setting. Her designs draw from her rich background, resulting in spaces that are not only visually stunning but also functional and comfortable.
Harada’s education and career have taken her across the globe, enriching her design perspective along the way. She studied at Doshisha University in Kyoto and further honed her design expertise in Los Angeles at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM). Her time in Milan, working at the renowned Lissoni Associati and earning a Master’s degree in Interior Design from the Scuola Politecnica di Design, played a pivotal role in shaping her refined aesthetic sensibilities.
During her time in Milan, Harada was immersed in a vibrant environment of art, fashion, and design. The city’s focus on every detail left a lasting impression, influencing her meticulous approach at Studio Keiko, the design firm she established upon returning to Los Angeles. Her work emphasizes the importance of details that make a space both beautiful and functional, ensuring each project reflects her commitment to balancing visual appeal and practicality.
Studio Keiko has become a destination for clients seeking sophisticated and timeless spaces. From custom cabinetry and built-ins to carefully curated furniture and décor, Harada’s designs are a study in contrast and cohesion. Whether it’s a sleek, minimalist kitchen or a serene living room, her ability to blend simplicity with opulence creates truly unique spaces that are fresh and functional, aesthetically alive, and designed to evolve with the people who live in them.
With a design philosophy rooted in adaptability, Harada’s work is distinguished by a seamless fusion of diverse cultural influences. Each project reflects her deep understanding of how interiors can serve both aesthetic and practical needs, creating spaces that feel personal and enduring. By drawing from multiple cultural traditions, Harada crafts environments that are not only visually striking but also reflective of her clients’ unique lives.
In a world where design often feels homogenized, Studio Keiko is creating spaces that stand as a refreshing reminder that the most inspiring interiors are those that tell a story — a story of culture, craft, and creativity. And for Harada, it’s a story that continues to evolve, one beautiful design at a time.