Led by founders, Sonia-Lynn Abenojar & Sergio Max Legon-Talamoni, La Union Studio is a full-service interior design and cultural placemaking studio based in Seattle, Washington. Our studio specializes in the design of commercial and residential buildings with a focus on the design of cultural, retail, hospitality, food service, multi-family value additions and custom single family residential projects.
Our most successful projects are those where we collaborate closely with you, fostering trust and confidence that your vision and goals are fully understood and incorporated into the finished product. We carefully nurture every aspect of each project and we push the boundaries of creativity, delivering unique and innovative solutions that captivate audiences.
La Union Studio began in 2016 with a mission to support local artisan business owners in launching and scaling their ventures. What started as a grassroots effort to lend our passion for advocacy and technical skills to the community has blossomed into a full-service design studio, proudly serving residential, commercial, and multifamily projects throughout Seattle. Founders Sonia-Lynn Abenojar and Sergio Max Legon-Talamoni, both born and raised in Seattle, are deeply connected to the city’s diverse cultural landscape, bringing a profound sense of purpose to every project. Our focus is on fostering collaboration and celebrating culture through thoughtful design that resonates with the needs of each client.
As La Union Studio has grown, our commitment to community-driven design has remained at the core of our work. We believe in creating spaces that uplift people and reflect the unique stories and identities of the neighborhoods we serve. By prioritizing sustainability, cultural placemaking, and innovation, we ensure that our designs not only meet present needs but also leave a lasting positive impact. Through this approach, we continue to build spaces that foster meaningful connections and enrich the communities where we live and work.
At La Union Studio, we believe in transforming spaces through architecture, design, and cultural placemaking, enhancing both communities and lives. Led by founders Sonia-Lynn Abenojar and Sergio Max Legon-Talamoni, our team blends creativity with functionality to deliver designs that are as thoughtful as they are impactful. We prioritize collaboration, celebrating culture, and tailoring each project to reflect our clients' unique visions. By doing so, we forge meaningful, lasting connections between people and the spaces they inhabit.
Our culture is rooted in the belief that design has the power to shape not only physical environments but also the experiences and relationships within them. We approach every project as an opportunity to create spaces that honor the past, embrace the present, and inspire the future. Through intentional design choices and close partnerships with our clients and collaborators, we ensure that each project fosters a sense of belonging, enriches daily life, and contributes to the cultural fabric of the community.
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Led by founders Sonia-Lynn Abenojar and Sergio Max Legon-Talamoni, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional design solutions across a diverse range of projects. We harness a blend of expertise to create transformative spaces that integrate creativity with functionality. Our collaborative approach not only includes our talented in-house team but also leverages a robust network of skilled collaborators, ensuring that each project benefits from a wealth of perspectives and expertise.At La Union Studio, we believe that great design emerges from the synergy of diverse ideas and experiences. Our team members bring varied backgrounds and specialties, fostering a dynamic environment where innovation thrives. By prioritizing open communication and collaboration, we cultivate a culture of creativity that allows us to tackle complex challenges and deliver tailored solutions that exceed client expectations. Together, we are committed to crafting spaces that not only meet practical needs but also resonate emotionally, leaving a lasting impact on those who inhabit them.
As a relationship-focused studio, our passion for design has always been about understanding people. We create spaces and places that foster connection and tell a story - the stories of our clients, partners and community. Our passion for design is rooted in our desire to showcase our clients' brand, craft and values in an authentic and meaningful way. We believe that the best designs are born out of a collaborative process that involves close communication between our team and our clients.
Through active listening and thoughtful inquiry, we deliver spaces and places that not only meet our clients' needs and aspirations, but also reflect their unique personalities and values. To achieve this, we employ a holistic approach that takes into account not only the physical attributes of a space or building, but also its cultural ecosystem. By prioritizing relationships and cultural awareness we create designs that are aesthetically pleasing, deeply meaningful and socially impactful.
