Hi. I’m Marina

12.01.17

Interior Designer, Event Planner & Lover of Thoughtful Details

I'm Marina, an interior designer and event planner based in Thessaloniki, Greece, with a love for beautiful spaces, meaningful celebrations, and all the little details that make an experience unforgettable. I'm a morning person who loves a good breakfast – although, to be fair, I love good food at any time of day. Beautiful interiors, inspiring hotels, thoughtfully styled tables, long dinners, and memorable parties are just a few of the things that make me happy. I've always believed that the spaces we create and the moments we share have the power to make us feel something special.

Interior design is part of my heritage. Event planning is the path I chose for myself.

I grew up surrounded by creativity, materials, textures, and design, with my mother's interior design studio at the heart of it all. With a history spanning more than 40 years, her studio was where my appreciation for aesthetics, attention to detail, and the art of creating beautiful spaces first took shape. My mother played an important role in shaping my creative perspective, and her influence remains an essential part of who I am and how I approach my work today.

My creative journey took me from Thessaloniki to Italy. After graduating from Anatolia High School with an International Baccalaureate Diploma in 2003, I moved to Florence in September 2004 to study interior design at Florence Design Academy. In September 2005, I continued my studies in Milan at IED – Istituto Europeo di Design, where I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design alongside a specialization in Event Planning in 2008. Returning to Greece, I took over my mother's interior design studio and expanded its creative direction to include event and wedding planning.

This is how Concept Events Planning came to life – bringing together two disciplines that have always felt naturally connected to me. Today, I approach every project with the eye of a designer, the mind of a planner, and a genuine appreciation for the people behind it. Fluent in both Greek and English, I enjoy working with local and international clients, bringing thoughtful ideas and a personal approach to every collaboration. Whether I'm creating a space or planning a celebration, my goal is always the same: to understand your vision, bring your ideas to life, and create something that feels beautifully and unmistakably yours.

Because, to me, great design and memorable celebrations are never just about how things look. They're about how they make you feel.