About us
About us
Founders
Taller KEN is a New York-LATAM-Europe based practice focused on playful design with social and cultural relevancy. Founded in 2013…
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Taler KEN is a New York-LATAM-Europe based practice focused on playful design with social and cultural relevancy. Founded in 2013, the firm embraces the collaborative nature of making partnerships and connections.
Incorporating a multitude of voices, our work goes beyond merely elevating elements of design to creating an architecture with broad appeal.
Works of the studio have been widely published and received several accolades including the New York, New Practices Award from the American Institute of Architects.
Inés Guzmán and Gregory Melitonov prior to founding the practice worked for Pritzker Prize laureate Renzo Piano.
Both gained a great deal of experience on large construction projects in Manhattan as part of the design team for the Whitney Museum of American Art and the headquarters building for the High Line.
Inés holds a Masters and Bachelors degree in Architecture from the Universidad del Diseño de San José, Costa Rica.
Gregory holds a Masters in Architecture from Yale University and a Bachelors of Science in Studio Art from Skidmore College.
Crew
Our Vision
To redefine spatial design as a platform for bold exploration, joyful creativity, and meaningful connections—transforming the industry and empowering clients to push boundaries while creating spaces that inspire and enrich everyday life.
Our Mission
To create spaces that serve as holistic communication systems—environments that ignite imagination, enchant the senses, evoke fantasy, and inspire discovery—while achieving functional excellence and delivering resonant messages for diverse audiences.
Our 7 Principles
Exploration as a Philosophy
Design is a journey, not a destination. We explore uncharted possibilities through curiosity, experimentation, and the constant pursuit of innovative spatial paradigms.
Playful Authenticity
Fun is central to our process, creating a design journey that is as joyful for our clients as the spaces are for their users.
Fearless Creativity
We challenge conventions and embrace bold, unexpected choices that turn the ordinary into extraordinary.
Our 7 Principles
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Message-Centric Design
Spaces are stories. We collaborate with clients to design environments that connect emotionally, communicate deeply, and transcend the purely visual.
Empathy and Collaboration
We listen deeply and co-create with clients, fostering inclusivity to ensure every space reflects their unique vision and values.
Excellence in Every Detail
Precision and quality are non-negotiable. Every design element is crafted with care, ensuring a seamless and impactful result.
Sustainability with Integrity
We honor our commitment to the planet by integrating sustainable practices, locally sourced materials, and eco-conscious principles into every design.
Accolades, Publications, Mentions
Clients
For 15 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to co-creating a more open, resilient, and optimistic world with our clients.
We partner with organisations we trust and admire.
100+ projects for 50+ clients in 13 countries
"We’ll be surprised if you ever see a more whimsical eatery"
Vogue Living
"a fresh sense of tropical modernism"
Interior Design Magazine
“The world’s most intriguing jewelry stores”
Jewellwer Magazine
"Ten of the World’s Coolest Restaurant Interiors"
The Guardian
"We’ll be surprised if you ever see a more whimsical eatery"
Vogue Living
"a fresh sense of tropical modernism"
Interior Design Magazine
“The world’s most intriguing jewelry stores”
Jewellwer Magazine
"Ten of the World’s Coolest Restaurant Interiors"
The Guardian
About us
Founders
Taller KEN is a New York-LATAM-Europe based practice focused on playful design with social and cultural relevancy. Founded in 2013…
show more
Taler KEN is a New York-LATAM-Europe based practice focused on playful design with social and cultural relevancy. Founded in 2013, the firm embraces the collaborative nature of making partnerships and connections.
Incorporating a multitude of voices, our work goes beyond merely elevating elements of design to creating an architecture with broad appeal.
Works of the studio have been widely published and received several accolades including the New York, New Practices Award from the American Institute of Architects.
Inés Guzmán and Gregory Melitonov prior to founding the practice worked for Pritzker Prize laureate Renzo Piano.
Both gained a great deal of experience on large construction projects in Manhattan as part of the design team for the Whitney Museum of American Art and the headquarters building for the High Line.
Inés holds a Masters and Bachelors degree in Architecture from the Universidad del Diseño de San José, Costa Rica.
Gregory holds a Masters in Architecture from Yale University and a Bachelors of Science in Studio Art from Skidmore College.
Crew
Our Vision
To redefine spatial design as a platform for bold exploration, joyful creativity, and meaningful connections—transforming the industry and empowering clients to push boundaries while creating spaces that inspire and enrich everyday life.
Our Mission
To create spaces that serve as holistic communication systems—environments that ignite imagination, enchant the senses, evoke fantasy, and inspire discovery—while achieving functional excellence and delivering resonant messages for diverse audiences.
Exploration as a Philosophy
Design is a journey, not a destination. We explore uncharted possibilities through curiosity, experimentation, and the constant pursuit of innovative spatial paradigms.
Playful Authenticity
Fun is central to our process, creating a design journey that is as joyful for our clients as the spaces are for their users.
Fearless Creativity
We challenge conventions and embrace bold, unexpected choices that turn the ordinary into extraordinary.
Our 7 Principles
show more
Message-Centric Design
Spaces are stories. We collaborate with clients to design environments that connect emotionally, communicate deeply, and transcend the purely visual.
Empathy and Collaboration
We listen deeply and co-create with clients, fostering inclusivity to ensure every space reflects their unique vision and values.
Excellence in Every Detail
Precision and quality are non-negotiable. Every design element is crafted with care, ensuring a seamless and impactful result.
Sustainability with Integrity
We honor our commitment to the planet by integrating sustainable practices, locally sourced materials, and eco-conscious principles into every design.
Accolades, Publications, Mentions
Clients
For 15 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to co-creating a more open, resilient, and optimistic world with our clients.
We partner with organisations we trust and admire.
100+ projects for 50+ clients in 13 countries
"We’ll be surprised if you ever see a more whimsical eatery"
Vogue Living
"a fresh sense of tropical modernism"
Interior Design Magazine
“The world’s most intriguing jewelry stores”
Jewellwer Magazine
"Ten of the World’s Coolest Restaurant Interiors"
The Guardian