ABOUT

Malia brings 25+ years of hands-on experience in brand development, product design, and creative project leadership. She combines strong design skills with practical business insight to deliver clear, actionable results that meet client goals.

Her career highlights include leading brand launches for Microsoft Windows, designing key product lines for Levi’s, and managing complete rebrands for boutique businesses in Hong Kong. Malia has worked directly with Fortune 500 companies, luxury brands, and non-profits, adapting her approach to fit diverse markets and project scopes.

In addition to graphic and product design, Malia excels in project management and supporting principals in interior and architectural design. Running her own design studio in Hong Kong for over a decade gave her deep international experience and expertise in branding, marketing, packaging, and custom stationery design.

Since 2013, Malia has specialized in interior and hospitality design management and sales, overseeing high-end residential projects in major U.S. cities like Chicago, Los Angeles, and Palm Beach. She’s known for clear communication, strong collaboration, and steady leadership throughout complex, detail-driven projects.

Based in Chicago, she works both remotely and on-site, partnering with clients to shape spaces and stories that leave a lasting impression.

CLIENTS

Asta Hotel
AVK Interiors
Cathay Pacific Airlines
Clara Williams Jewelry
CrossFunction Flexible Workspace
The Economist
Financial Times
Florté Jardin des Thés
The Gettys Group
Ginsberg + Chan Wine Merchants
Hong Kong Maritime Museum 
Jean Coté Events
Jill Lewis Architecture & Design
Langham Place Hotel
Macquarie Bank
Microsoft
Miss Universe Japan
Nanda Travel
Nordstrom
USA Olympic Canoe & Kayak Team
St Honore Bakery

INDUSTRIES

Apparel & Accessories
Architecture & Interior Design
Consumer Packaging
Fashion
Hospitality
Retail
Stationery
Textiles
Wine & Spirits