Sundholm Studio is a multidisciplinary design practice specializing in hospitality, retail, and experiential spaces. With a narrative-driven approach, the studio seamlessly integrates branding and interior design to create immersive, strategically crafted environments.

Founded by Shaun Sundholm, a designer and creative director with an award winning background in global advertising, the studio brings over 20 years of experience shaping brands at the highest level. Shaun’s work spans continents, from Shanghai to Tokyo to Oaxaca, before transitioning into the built environment.

Notable projects include Mateo Bar de Tapas and Nanas in Durham, NC, as well as Labo Fermento in Oaxaca, Mexico—an Asian-style fermentation lab, store, and restaurant awarded a Bib Gourmand in the Michelin Guide Mexico 2024. Each space reflects a commitment to storytelling, material integrity, and experiential cohesion.

With a presence in both Durham and Oaxaca, Sundholm Studio blends context, culture, and craft to create spaces with lasting impact.