ABOUT ME
NINA SCHRÖDL
Patterns tell stories – and spaces become self-portraits
I’m Nina Schrödl, artist, designer, and interior design consultant specializing in patterns and ornamentation, based in Vienna.
For more than twenty years, I have worked at the intersection of art, architecture, and emotional design — helping people express who they truly are through colors, patterns, and meaningful objects.
I believe that art is not decoration — it is transformation.
It is a mirror of your story.
And whether that story appears on a car, a wall, a rug, or a piece of clothing — it changes the way you see yourself every day.
How I solve your problems .
Maybe you look around your space and feel that something is missing —
the colors don’t reflect you, the furniture feels disconnected, or the atmosphere no longer inspires you.
Or perhaps you’re starting something new — a home, a brand, or a creative project —
and you want it to feel truly personal.
That’s where I come in.
I help you find clarity and identity through design — turning your emotions, ideas, and stories into visual form.
Together, we uncover what beauty means to you and translate that essence into patterns, materials, and spatial experiences that feel authentic and alive.
Whether it’s:
developing custom patterns and ornaments,
creating site-specific artworks for interiors, cars, or furniture,
or designing holistic concepts for homes and brands —
I combine an artistic eye with architectural logic and emotional depth.
Each project becomes a dialogue — between you and your environment,
between art and function,
between what is visible and what wants to be expressed.
What you should know about me
I studied Business Administration, Architecture, and Art in Vienna.
My work has been exhibited internationally and created in collaboration with museums and design studios.
My creative process is intuitive and personal — it often begins with sketches, journaling, and emotional mapping.
I live and work in the historic center of Vienna, drawing daily inspiration from its architecture, colors, and rhythm.
Clients come to me when they want something no one else has — art and design that evolve with them and reflect their true identity.
My Promise to You
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I help you develop your own pattern or ornamental design — inspired by your story, your taste, and your lifestyle.
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From fashion and tableware to furniture, rugs, wallpaper, or cars — I bring your patterns to life wherever you imagine them.
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I guide you through renovation, redesign, or spatial transformation — with a trained eye for architecture, color, and harmonious flow.
The first step - how our collaboration begins
Every project starts with a conversation.
I want to get to know you — your story, your wishes, and your vision — before we start creating together.
In a free introductory meeting (online or in person in Vienna), we’ll talk about:
your ideas and goals
the spaces, objects, or projects you’d like to transform
and how I can best support you along the way
I listen carefully, ask questions, and help you gain clarity about your vision.
Often, this very first conversation already opens a new perspective — on your home, your project, and yourself.
After our meeting, you’ll receive a personalized concept proposal tailored exactly to you:
from the design of your own pattern to the realization of a complete spatial concept.
„Everything begins with a conversation — and the decision to shape your surroundings so they truly reflect who you are.“
Wedding video. The white bride (Stephanie) and the sexy lover (Nina): in the beginning Berti has the choice and he knows who to pick.
This video was made for and commissioned by the Museum of Applied Arts in Vienna.
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My favorite color is pink — but not the soft, delicate kind. I love the powerful, vibrant pink that feels alive, full of movement and energy. For me, pink isn’t about sweetness; it’s about strength disguised as beauty. It represents creativity, confidence, and the courage to stand out. Whenever I wear it or use it in my work, it feels like plugging directly into my own life force.
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My favorite client was one who truly got me — someone who didn’t just want decoration, but transformation. He came to me with a story, not just a space, and trusted my vision completely. I loved how open he was to color, symbolism, and emotion — how he allowed art to enter his life. The collaboration felt more like a creative dialogue than a commission, and by the end, his project reflected both of us. It reminded me why I do what I do: to turn personal stories into works of art.
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I would most like to work on a large-scale, emotionally charged project — for an Italian furniture brand like Moroso or Molteni or Paola Lenti.
Something that merges art, architecture, and storytelling into one living experience. Ideally, it would be a space that people move through, like a boutique hotel, an elevator interior, or a private residence where every wall, fabric, and object tells part of a personal story. I’d love to create an environment that feels like a self-portrait in space — a place where pattern, color, and symbolism reflect a person’s inner life.
It wouldn’t just be about design; it would be about transformation — turning emotion into ornament, memory into texture, and healing into beauty. That’s the kind of project that would make you feel fully alive and in your element.