Melissa Pangkey

Melissa Pangkey is the Principal Designer and founder of Studio Skara, a Los Angeles-based design firm that she established in 2019.1 With a diverse educational background, Melissa holds degrees in Film from Northwestern University and Interior Design from UCLA.1

Career Journey

Before founding Studio Skara, Melissa's professional path included:

1. Experience in the entertainment industry
2. Work in event production and marketing
3. Director of Marketing at Pop Research (2017-2019)2
4. Founder and Chief Experience Orchestrator at BeHive (2017-2020)2

Design Philosophy and Expertise

Melissa's passion lies in designing spaces, objects, and experiences.1 Her approach to design is influenced by:

• A lifelong interest in art, design, and architecture
• A curiosity about how things work and are constructed
• A desire to continuously learn and expand her knowledge

Personal Background

• Born and raised in Indonesia
• Lived in various locations including Malaysia, Chicago, and France
• Considers Los Angeles her heart's home1

Studio Skara

Under Melissa's leadership, Studio Skara focuses on:

• Residential and commercial interior design
• Furniture and product design4

Melissa's role as Principal Designer involves overseeing projects and bringing her creative vision to life in various design contexts.3