Inside perspective: Kyka's Interior Architect
Rayon's Q&A session with Johanna Killander
"Rayon lets our team collaborate on drawings in real-time, speeding up our work process. We also love the ability to quickly stylize architectural drawings to better visualis them for our clients."
In this Q&A session, we met Johanna Killander, an Interior Architect at Kyka, a turnkey design studio located in Paris. Kyka assists clients in purchasing, renovating, and decorating B-speak apartments.
Johanna shares her insights on developing creative solutions for small Parisian apartments to meet client needs, as well as how Rayon helps the team at Kyka work faster by collaborating in real-time on their architectural drawing sets. They also create beautifully rendered sections and floor plans with Rayon to help visualize spaces for clients, which can, at times, make the hassle of 3D modeling unnecessary.
Who are you?
"I am Johanna, Interior Architect at Kyka, a turnkey design studio. At Kyka, we help people find an apartment and renovate it with them. We specialize in creating beautiful, aesthetic interiors, often featuring bold colors and a Parisian style, as we’re based in Paris."
How do you understand and meet client needs at Kyka?
"We follow a structured process consisting of four key meetings. In the initial meeting, we brainstorm ideas and clarify the client’s vision and needs. Next, we present initial concepts, design options, and mood boards. This is followed by technical meetings, during which we provide detailed architectural documents, including plumbing and electrical plans, elevations, and material specifications. Finally, in the concluding presentation, we review the completed documentation and finalize the design. Once these meetings are finished, the project officially begins."
Can you give an example of a creative solution you’ve used in one of your projects?
"Sure! We once had a client searching for a small apartment in Paris, and our sales team found a compact 19-square-meter space. The client requested distinct living and bedroom areas, which presented quite a challenge given the limited size. To address this, we opted for a smart, multifunctional design. By placing the kitchen along one side of the hallway, we maximized the use of available space. The result was a highly functional, aesthetically pleasing apartment that fully met the client’s needs. They were thrilled with the design, which perfectly balanced practicality and style in such a tiny space."
Which Rayon features made you decide to start using it for your projects?
"We love Rayon’s collaborative features, which allow our entire team to work on the same floor plan in real-time, eliminating the hassle of constantly sharing files. Its compatibility with other software like AutoCAD and SketchUp ensures a seamless transition and integration into our workflow. One standout feature is the ability to quickly render colorful, textured sections and floor plans, making it much easier to visualize and present our designs. Additionally, we rely on Rayon’s block library to furnish our floor plans and sections, which helps standardize our documentation. This ensures that designs from different architects across our team consistently reflect Kika’s branding style."
Can you share an example of a project where Rayon significantly enhanced the outcome?
"One project involved transforming a compact 17-square-meter apartment with sloped ceilings into a functional, vibrant space. The client envisioned bold colors, ample natural light, and a cozy sleeping nook. Using Rayon, we created detailed sections and rendered 2D plans that vividly brought the design to life, so he could deeply understand it.
The platform also allowed our team to collaborate seamlessly, and when the client requested adjustments to the color palette, one of us could implement and present these changes in real-time without disrupting our workflow."
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