Today we’d like to introduce you to Hannah Weinberg.
Hi hannah, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
One of my favorite stories to tell is how interior design found me.
During my junior year at the University of Miami, I was studying Early Childhood and Special Education, fully committed to becoming a teacher. I was confident I was pursuing my lifelong path until a single class assignment changed everything.
Design your dream classroom without limitations. How will you craft the space to ensure inclusivity, productivity, and development for both teachers and students?
That prompt ignited something in me. For the first time, I understood how profoundly our surroundings shape the way we think, learn, and feel. I became deeply attuned to spaces, how they function, how they flow, and how they influence the way we move through them. Design stopped being something I noticed. It became something I felt.
After submitting that assignment, I reassessed my next steps and secured an internship at a local design-build firm. I spent the following semester immersed in interiors while preparing my application to Parsons School of Design, where I was accepted with a scholarship and graduated with honors.
It was there that I realized design is not only about aesthetics. It is about energy, psychology, and rhythm. I defined my purpose as a designer: to create spaces that feel like an extension of the people who inhabit them, sophisticated, soulful, and, when appropriate, a little daring.
That passion became Hannah Brooke Design, a Miami-based studio with projects spanning New York, Texas, and Arizona. My philosophy is simple: spaces should make life feel better. Every project seeks balance between comfort and character, calm and creativity, telling a story that is intentional, personal, and uniquely yours.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Building a design firm at a young age comes with a unique set of challenges; earning trust, navigating large-scale projects, and learning how to lead with both confidence and clarity. There’s an assumption that experience is purely tied to time, but in a short time, I’ve displayed to myself and my clients that perspective, decisiveness, and execution carry equal weight.
Another challenge has been learning when to push boundaries and when to refine. My work tends to live in a space that isn’t overly safe; it has contrast, mood, drama and intention. Not every client immediately understands that vision, so part of my role is guiding them to a place where they feel both excited and comfortable stepping slightly outside of what they know.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I’m an interior designer specializing in high-end residential projects, often working on new construction or full-scale renovations. My scope covers all architectural finishes, custom millwork, and furniture, so I’m involved from the early planning stages all the way through installation.
I’m known for creating spaces that feel elevated and intentional, with a balance of restraint and boldness. There’s usually a sense of contrast in my work; materials, proportions, or details that push just enough to make the space feel distinct without overwhelming it.
What I’m most proud of is the element of bravery and edge I bring to my projects. I put a strong emphasis on a modern spin, regardless of the era or aesthetic we are designing around. You want a preppy Palm Beach Pad? Ok – but we’re going to add a little bit of *SPICE*. My years of technological training allow me to provide my clients detailed drawings and renderings, so they can fully understand the design before it’s built. It gives everyone involved the confidence to say OK to something risky. The collaborative design process fosters trust and leads to a more cohesive end result.
What sets me apart is my perspective. I’m not focused on replicating a certain look or following trends. In fact, it’s my preference to break the “rules” as I go. I approach each project as something completely individual, and an opportunity to push boundaries and do things differently. I also think about design beyond just how it looks; I’m always considering how it feels to live in the space over time.
Can you share something surprising about yourself?
Something that surprises people is that I have the hardest time designing for myself. I’m exposed to so many materials, styles, and possibilities on a daily basis that I can genuinely see myself living in completely different aesthetics. I love to fall asleep designing my dream home – and it changes on a regular basis.
When you’re constantly designing for other people, you get very good at stepping into someone else’s vision, but turning that lens back onto yourself is a different challenge. There are almost too many good options! Some days I want a romantic spanish revival in Coral Gables, and other days I dream of a shiny modern penthouse on the water. No decision is correct, it’s just about committing, then making each decision that follows align with that goal.
In a way, it’s a reflection of how I think about design. I don’t believe there’s one “right” style, it’s about what feels right for that person at that moment.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.hannahbrookedesign.com
- Instagram: hannahbrooke.design
Image Credits
Michal Ignition Bobrowski with Luxhunters Productions
Catalina Lackner with https://catalinalacknerphoto.com/
