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At Gala, our philosophy is rooted in passive design, thoughtful planning, and spaces that flow naturally. Every project is guided by a desire to simplify the challenges of everyday life—bringing comfort, clarity, and elegance through architecture that is intentional and refined.

gala architecture

Where a muse became a method

1920
1930s - 50s
2023
Today
The Muse Appears

The Muse Appears

Gala (Elena Diakonova) becomes Dalí’s lifelong muse—poise, precision, and surreal confidence that turns ideas into icons.

Elegance in the Unusual

Elegance in the Unusual

Gala’s influence helps fuse the rational with the dreamlike—strange forms made livable, beautiful, and balanced.

North Star to Foundation

North Star to Foundation

GALA Design launches with her name as its guiding principle: every bold form must feel human, intimate, and precise—imaginative yet constructible, surreal warmth with real-world rigor.

Livable Surrealism

Livable Surrealism

GALA Design brings Gala’s spirit to clients: surprising forms, timeless materials, and plans that work on day one.

our teamyour partners

Arber Marniku - Director

Arber Marniku

Director

Patricia Pereira - Architect

Patricia Pereira

Architect

Luca Santori - Director - Interior Designer

Luca Santori

Director - Interior Designer

Sara Velasco - Architect

Sara Velasco

Architect

Martyna Michalska - Graduate of Architecture / Interior Designer

Martyna Michalska

Graduate of Architecture / Interior Designer

Dario Kouassi - Graduate of Architecture / Interior Designer

Dario Kouassi

Graduate of Architecture / Interior Designer

Albijon Marniku - Graduate of Architecture / Interior Designer

Albijon Marniku

Graduate of Architecture / Interior Designer

Nicolas Giger - Graduate of Architecture / Interior Designer

Nicolas Giger

Graduate of Architecture / Interior Designer

recognition - Architectural project showcasing award-winning design

recognition

At Gala, our philosophy is rooted in passive design, thoughtful planning, and spaces that flow naturally. Every project is guided by a desire to simplify the challenges of everyday life—bringing comfort, clarity, and elegance through architecture that is intentional and refined.

Awards

yearprojectaward
Ferndale ResidenceQueensland Architecture Awards — Commendation, Residential Architecture (Houses – New)
Harbour Lane HouseSunshine Coast Regional Architecture Awards — Winner, Small Home (Coastal)
Terrace Grove HouseGreater Brisbane Architecture Awards — Winner, Residential Architecture (Alterations & Additions)

Grounded in mastery, sparked by artistry