Ruby Ramirez, the Creative Director behind Studio Ramirez, embodies international sensibilities which are the deep roots to her foundation. Born and raised in the Philippines, she credits a rich Southeast Asian heritage for her acute design aesthetic, perpetual curiosity, and ardent work ethic.

Early in her career, she lived and worked in the London office of Philippe Starck’s famed YOO design firm. She had an all-encompassing introduction on the International playing field as Senior Designer under Philippe Starck. While at YOO, she also worked alongside other legendary talents; Marcel Wanders, Kelly Hoppen, Jade Jagger designing and traveling to YOO’s marquee projects in Miami, Mexico, Argentina, Istanbul, Moscow, India, Thailand, and Vienna.

After a successful tenure in London at YOO, she returned to Miami to form a design partnership with a former colleague. Together the partnership built an international design studio with an “under-the-radar” ethos. The firm grew an impressive roster of private residences, recognizable commercial buildings, and launched a fine rug collection in Los Angeles, New York, Dallas, and Chicago.

Leveraging her extensive design experience, Ramirez established Studio Ramirez in 2020 and co-founded Row 01 in 2024, a specialized hospitality and commercial division. Her meticulous attention to detail and ability to create immersive environments have solidified her reputation as a leading figure in the industry.

On a playful yet personal note, Ruby is a dedicated foodie! She and her Dutch husband have booked entire trips around some notable restaurant in a distant, far-flung country. No stranger to travel, this kind of constant curiosity, and desire to “know more, see more” is exactly what this creative brings to all her projects.