IDA14 by Karsten Schmidt

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Karsten Schmidt-Hoensdorf is the founder and creative mind behind Zurich architectural firm IDA14, founded in 1993. Since the foundation of his architecture and design studio IDA14, Karsten and his team have worked on projects in all the classic areas of interior design, both in Switzerland and abroad, as well as on product design and development. They specialise in the fields of hospitality and corporate identity.

For several years, Karsten worked as consultant in the position of Director of Interior Design at Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts, where he was in charge for international hotel development and renovations.
With his extensive experience and interdisciplinary team, Karsten offers specialised services and advice in the fields of consulting for hospitality projects, architecture and interior design.

The focus is on the development of extensive, innovative room concepts with high recognitaion value and strong individual character. Specialized in finding the fine balance between modern aesthetics and warm living spaces. The Interior Design of IDA14 is uncluttered, contemporary, artistic and functional. Just as much attention is paid to the requirements of use as to the design details. Careful analysis, original solutions, efficient planning and coordinated work in project teams are part of the approach of IDA14.