“As Designers we have the ability to influence and effect a persons experience within a space creating positive behaviours, interactions and bringing a new found energy.

We embed ourselves in understanding an organisation and translating that into a physical environment that meets their needs now and into the future and enhances the human experience. This is very rewarding as a Designer and means that each project is a unique response to that client.

Good design isn’t just seen but rather it is sensed and experienced.”

 Marissa is an exceptional Interior Designer with significant expertise in design led workplace and workplace strategy projects.  Held in high esteem by clients and colleagues alike, her comprehensive portfolio of projects demonstrates the breadth and depth of her knowledge.

Marissa’s strengths include her innovative design approach, her attention to detail and her ability to manage the need of clients, stakeholders, project team and all consultants throughout the duration of a project.  She believes that a strong design concept, in which the client is thoroughly invested, will underpin the success of any given project. 

Prior to joining Futurespace, Marissa was a Design Director of Colliers International for over 8 years, where she focused on client engagement, satisfaction and relationships, and she is known for her ability to truly listen to clients’ needs in order to interpret then develop their brief.  Marissa leads design team members to ensure all stakeholders needs are met, and that an outstanding design result is achieved.

Marissa has been responsible for some of Futurespace’s most innovative and creative projects including Aware Super at 388 George St Sydney, IAG’s post pandemic Workplace in Perth and projects for Randstad in multiple locations across Australia.