Her Story
About Anna
Anna Oliynyk is a seasoned Senior Interior Designer with over a decade of experience designing for leading architecture and design firms. She currently works at Elkus Manfredi Architects in Boston, where she brings a thoughtful, human-centered approach to interior environments. With a strong foundation in both creative design and strategic thinking, Anna holds a Master of Arts in Design Management from the Savannah College of Art and Design and a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from Wentworth Institute of Technology. She is also a WELL Accredited Professional, committed to creating spaces that promote health and well-being.
Her career has included impactful roles at firms like Gensler and Jules Wilson Design Studio, where she contributed to high-profile commercial and hospitality projects. Anna is fluent in Russian and Ukrainian, and she has volunteered for over a decade with Architecture for Humanity, including designing safe and nurturing environments for children in Nepal. Passionate about design’s role in improving lives, Anna combines technical expertise with global awareness to create interiors that are both functional and inspiring.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Anna
01What do you attribute your success to?
Anna attributes her success to a strong work ethic inspired by her father, a passion for transforming spaces that bring joy to others, and a personal philosophy that life is too short—not only to work hard, but to have fun while doing it.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice Anna received was to be patient, take risks, and embrace mistakes as valuable learning opportunities to grow and improve.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Anna’s advice to young women entering the design industry is to stay curious, step out of their comfort zones, and remain passionate about their work.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in the design field right now is managing tight project timelines in a fast-paced environment, which requires strong time management and adaptability.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The most important values to me are fostering an environment where both my team and family feel heard and respected, and always being a supportive and collaborative team member.
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