Studio Zung is a modern design studio integrating architecture, interiors and the artistry of living.
We are a team of architects, thinkers, designers and makers inspired by a holistic lifestyle and sensorial, mindful design.
We develop concepts in architecture, interiors, and products as a team of multidisciplinary creatives; architects, interior designers, and visual marketeers who help clients realize the artistry of living. We have torn down walls between architecture, design, and built environments so our clients get the best creativity, in the most efficient way.
Our approach is immersive; a fluid union of ideas and aesthetics that combines the physical and sensuous storytelling of architecture and design. We believe that every project starts with a smart, visionary idea, and ends with a beautiful, sustainable, and memorable human environment.
Studio Zung and Hugues de Blignières have been collaborators since 2017 on various luxury residential projects across the United States. Our shared passion for purposeful design, attention to detail, and commitment to creating tranquil spaces with a timeless appeal has forged a strong partnership over the years. We have formally joined forces to bring our studio’s design expertise to Europe, Paris, and the Pays Basque region with the support of Hugues de Blingnières.
SERVICES
Architecture
Interiors
Hospitality
Commercial
Design & Build
Handcrafted Furniture
Bespoke Kitchens
Fine Cabinetry
Lifestyle Products
Scenography
Collaborations
Store Design
RECOGNITION
Architectural Digest
Architectural Digest Pro
Architizer
ArchDaily
Archinect
Architectural Record
Curbed
Cottages & Gardens
Design Milk
Dezeen
Dwell Magazine
Hamptons Cottages & Gardens
Imagicasa
Interior Design Magazine
The New York Times
Rue Magazine
The Purist
Vanity Fair
WSJ
Wallpaper Magazine
AFFILIATES
Hugues de Blignières
huguesdeblignieres.com
Shop Zung
shopzung.com
Atelier by Studio Zung
atelierbystudiozung.com
Z Builders
zbuildersny.com
Buckminster Fuller Foundation
buckminsterfullerpartnersfoundation.org
If our mind was a room
Tommy Zung
Founder and Principal
With over 30 years of experience in the design world, starting in architecture, delving into fashion, and his most recent endeavor: an eponymous architecture and design studio, Tommy Zung has transformed what it means to be a designer in today’s world. His unique and balanced perspective - a mix of professional experience countered with years spent surfing, negotiating the oceans unpredictable and formidable nature, gives rise to his commitment to a mindful, holistic lifestyle and modern, sensorial design.
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Zung had the privilege of growing up among some of the world’s greatest architects and thinkers. His father, Thomas T.K. Zung is a partner and friend of the visionary R. Buckminster Fuller (their firm aptly named Buckminster Fuller, Sadao & Zung Architects), in addition to working with architectural luminaries, Eero Saarinen and Edward Durell Stone. Intelligent and intuitive, Zung’s approach to architecture, and life, is informed by his cultural background, world travels, philosophy, and – not least of all – surfing. In simple words, Zung’s design philosophy is a delicate and harmonious dance between Eastern sensitivity and Western sensibility.
Starting his architecture firm Zung Design in 2007, Zung went on to evolve and rebrand as Studio Zung in 2013, further expanding on the design principles and environmental integrity of his godfather, Bucky Fuller. With accolades ranging from longtime supporter, the lauded will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas to Architectural Digest, who in in 2015 recognized Studio Zung as one of the “Top 10 Firms to Watch”, Zung’s unstoppable momentum only continued to grow.
Today, Studio Zung is an influential multidisciplinary architectural, interiors, design & build, and lifestyle studio, harnessing Zung’s hands-on experience from his various successful and creative business ventures. Specializing in sensuous and mindful holistic design, Studio Zung emphasizes forward thinking and an elevated approach with a sole purpose to build great things.
Thomas T.K. Zung
FAIA | Associate
Thomas T.K. Zung, president and senior partner of Buckminster Fuller, Sadao and Zung Architects was a student of Buckminster Fuller. Prior to joining Fuller, he served as principal designer and project architect to the internationally renowned architect, Edward Durell Stone for many years. While associated with Edward Durell Stone, Zung worked on such notable designs as the New Orleans International Trade Mart; the Master Plan for the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis, Maryland; the General Motors Headquarters building in New York; and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
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Zung established Thomas T.K. Zung Architects, Inc. in Cleveland, Ohio and the following year, 1968, designed the first elongated geodesic dome in association with Buckminster Fuller Synergetics organization. Thomas T.K. Zung Architects and R. Buckminster Fuller merged to form Buckminster Fuller, Sadao and Zung Architects where they designed numerous Geodesic domes, tensegrity structures, vector equilibriums, museum exhibitions, publications, and Fuller’s last invention, ‘Hang It All’. A founding member of Buckminster Fuller Institute and SNEC, he is a Distinguished Senior Fellow to the Stanford University Libraries, and author/editor of Fuller’s Anthology for a New Millennium published under St. Martin’s Press.
Buckminster Fuller, Sadao and Zung Architects are members of The American Institute of Architects. In celebration of Zung's notable contributions to the advancement of the profession of architecture, he has been named a Fellow of The American Institute of Architects, which only 3 percent of the AIA members have this distinction.
Kupal Fontaine
Senior Architectural Professional
Kupal Fontaine received his Bachelor of Architecture from the New York Institute of Technology in 2010. Kupal started his architectural journey at the age of 15 and has since advanced in the field. Mr. Fontaine has worked with Studio Zung for over 15 years and has completed and overseen construction budgets totaling over 41 million dollars and property values totaling over 246 million dollars under Studio Zung. Kupal’s assets lay in design-build projects and is responsible for all aspects of schematic design, design development, and working drawings. Mr. Fontaine is on track to completing his ARE for architectural licensure.
Hugues de Blignières
Architect of Interior & Designer
Hugues de Blignières is a Parisian interior architect who has collaborated with Studio Zung since 2017 on luxury residential projects across the United States. Mr. de Blignières co-directs interiors with Tommy Zung. His portfolio also includes interior work with Gilles & Boissier on high-end projects such as The Baccarat Hotel in New York and the Mandarin Oriental in Marrakech. While at Joseph Dirand, he was part of the interior team for The Four Seasons at The Surf Club in Miami and Shun restaurant in New York. With these experiences, he defines interior architecture as elegant and timeless. He motivates his creations through the perpetual search for the beautiful in order to sublimate at every moment the facts and gestures of everyday life.
Margaret Milewski
Interior Designer
Maggie Milewski received her Bachelor of Design in Architecture from the University of Florida. During this time she spent a semester abroad in Vicenza, Italy, home of Palladio. As an Orlando native, an affinity for various amusement parks creating imaginative experiences has been a significant influence.
Maggie has been with Studio Zung for over four and a half years. Ms. Milewski’s past works include residential spec and client-based services with the Phoenix, Arizona firm of Blank Studio Design + Architecture.
Lily Sai-Ngarm
Junior Architectural Professional
Lily Sai-Ngarm holds a Masters of Architecture from Cornell University, complementing her earlier studies at the University of Florida, where she earned a Bachelors of Design in Architecture.
During her tenure at Cornell, Lily excelled as both a Graduate Teaching Assistant and a Research Assistant.
Lily's professional journey with Studio Zung commenced with an internship, and following the completion of her Masters degree, she transitioned to a permanent role within the team, bringing her passion for architectural innovation and design excellence to every project.
Isabel Liang
Graphic Design & Sales Associate
Isabel Liang, a distinguished graduate with Summa Cum Laude honors in Fine Arts from the University of Pennsylvania, brings her exceptional creativity and knowledge to the role of Graphic Designer at Studio Zung.
With a robust background in crafting and implementing visual design concepts, Isabel plays a crucial role in shaping Studio Zung’s multidisciplinary design language. In addition to her design expertise, her role at Studio Zung as a Sales Associate, bridges the worlds of design and mindful acquisitions.
Sarah Hahn
Communications & Marketing Associate
Sarah Hahn received her Bachelor of Arts from New York University’s Gallatin School of Individualized Studies with a concentration called Palimpsests of Culture. In the interdisciplinary environment, she explored the interwoven and layered narratives of human culture through art history, architecture, early modern science, and literature.
Fascinated by emotions, memories, and scents in everyday life, Sarah works to communicate the intimate and intangible qualities of Studio Zung through graphic design, branding, and marketing initiatives.
Talley Carlston
Art Director
Talley Carlston has been working with Studio Zung since 2013 and has spent the last decade in New York working for top-tier advertising agencies such as Chandelier, Baron & Baron, Laird+Partners, and Watson NY as well as other notable advertising agencies building his expertise as a multi-disciplinary designer in branding and design.
Mr. Carlston’s work as an art director for Studio Zung has been instrumental in visual storytelling and graphic language.
Hazel Arnaiz
Executive Assistant & Project Administrator
Hazel Arnaiz holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting Technology from the University of Mindanao. Currently, she plays a pivotal role as our Executive Assistant and Project Administrator at Studio Zung. Ms. Arnaiz's unique blend of multidisciplinary skills, characterized by meticulous attention to detail in Project Administration, combined with her Accounting background, positions her as an integral member of the Studio Zung team.
Howard Collinge
Branding Director
Howard Collinge was born in Hong Kong to a Chinese mother and a British father. He was raised in Australia but has spent most of his career between London, Asia, and New York City.
His advertising and branding work has garnered numerous international awards, including thirteen Gold Lions at the Cannes Festival, as well as numerous Clio’s and One Show awards. He has created campaigns for some of the world’s leading brands, including Marriott, Conrad, Uniqlo, Levi’s, MTV, Jetblue, and Heineken. His attention-grabbing ideas have led to a “most watched” viral video as well as an award-winning branded content series for MTV.
Mindful Holistic Design
Architecture
Interiors
Hospitality
Commercial
Design and Build
Bespoke Kitchens
Fine Cabinetry
Handcrafted Furniture
Lifestyle Products
Sceneography
Collaborations
Store Design
Projects Around the World
The Surfrider Hotel. Montauk, NY. Hospitality
Atelier 54. Amagansett, NY. Residential
Maison Madison. NoMad, NY. Residential
Chateau Wildrye. Big Sky, MT. Residential
Maison Chrystie. Nolita, NY. Residential
Maison Leonard. Tribeca, NY. Residential
Maison Wooster. Soho, NY. Residential
Bureau 19. Chelsea, NY. Commercial
Maison Dubois. Montauk, NY. Residential
Boulevard des Invalides. Paris, FR. Residential by HDB
Etoile. Paris, FR. Residential by HDB
Maison Ferndale. Montauk, NY. Residential
Atelier 96. Amagansett, NY. Residential
Chateau Dumont. Aspen, CO. Residential
Pays Basque. Pays Basque, FR. Residential by HDB
Atelier 211. Amagansett, NY. Residential
Maison Kent. Brooklyn, NY. Residential
Maison Imlay. Red Hook, NY. Residential
Maison Duane. Tribeca, NY. Residential
Highgate Hotels. Beverly Hills, CA. Hospitality
Atelier 22. Amagansett, NY. Residential
Navona. Navona, FR. Residential by HDB
Maison Surfside. Montauk, NY. Residential
Maison Crosby. Soho, NY. Residential
Atelier 216. Amagansett, NY. Residential
Arrive Wellness. Chelsea, NY. Residential
Hotel Ahipara. Ahipara, NZ. Hospitality
RVCA HQ. Costa Mesa, CA. Residential
Maison 7. East Village, NY. Residential
Mtk Beach House No.2. Montauk, NY. Residential
Crows Nest Hotel. Montauk, NY. Hospitality
Maison Meadowlark. Bridgehampton, NY. Residential
Brizo. Collaborations
Maison Koloko. Big Island, HI. Residential
V Bar at Venetian Hotel. Las Vegas, NV. Hospitality
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