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I am Gitte Smolderen, a Blegian interior designer exploring the experience of space and the role of temporality within interior architecture.
My work begins with a simple yet powerful idea: every space tells a story and every visitor becomes part of it. The way we enter, move through and remember a space differs from person to person. Wether the environment is temporary or permanent.
This shifting experience forms the foundation of my design approach.

I am particulary drawn to temporary spaces and installations, where time becomes an active design element.
Temporality creates room for experimentation, transformation and new perspectives.
These fleeting environments have the potential to evoke strong emotions and leave lasting impressions, even after they dissapear.
I see temporary design not as something transient, but as an opportunity to create meaningful and memorable spatial experiences.

Throughout my academic journey, I have worked on a range of projects, including temporary installations, conceptual designs and commercial interior spaces.
These experiences have strengthened my ability to develop strong concepts and translate them into thoughtful spatial designs, from early concept development to floor plans, material exploration and 3D visualizations.
My process is guided by atmosphere, narrative and human experience. My work is driven by curiosity and a sensitivity to context.
I design spaces that invite people to pause, explore and connect. Spaces that are not only seen, but felt and long remembered.

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