Author name: Elara Voskian
Elara Voskian is a certified sustainable design educator and former architectural model-maker who pivoted to DIY decor after launching her award-winning upcycled furniture workshop in Portland. She holds a dual degree in Material Science and Visual Arts, has taught at RISD’s Continuing Education program, and authored 'Textile & Timber: Low-Waste Home Styling'. Her work blends Scandinavian minimalism, West African textile patterning, and zero-waste carpentry techniques.
