Before you buy, renovate or rethink your space – get it right.
I’m Vanessa Serra Brunner, interior architect working between Berlin and the Balearic Islands.
Most people don’t know what their space is truly capable of. I do.
I help private clients and investors make confident spatial decisions — whether buying, renovating or reimagining.
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Hi, I’m Vanessa
Born in Ibiza. Based in Berlin for over 15 years. Working between two worlds — Mediterranean warmth and Northern European precision.
I’m an interior architect with a simple obsession: making sure your spatial decisions are the right ones. Before they cost too much to undo.
I’ve worked on projects across Europe — from private residences to small and individual hospitality projects, to Secret Garden Berlin, a forgotten theatre I brought back to life after 80 years.
My architectural approach is rooted in Mediterranean culture, adaptability and deep understanding of place, shaped through years of international practice.– Vanessa Serra Brunner
The project that started it all.
In 1905, a renowned Berlin master builder designed a variety theatre and ballroom in the heart of Mitte. By 1933 it had fallen silent.
For over 80 years it lay forgotten — until it was rediscovered by chance, buried under rubble and time.
Between 2015 and 2018, I led the interior design of its complete restoration.
A listed building. 1.533 m².
Five floors. A space that now lives again.
Who I work with
The discerning buyer
You’ve identified a property with potential.
Before you commit, you want an expert assessment — layout, possibilities, real costs. No guesswork.
The homeowner ready for change
You’ve been living here for years. Your family has grown, your needs have shifted, your taste has evolved. The space no longer fits.
It’s time to rethink — with clarity and a plan.
The international client
Buying or renovating in Germany or the Balearic Islands from abroad. You need someone who speaks your language — literally — and knows both the local market and the process from the inside.
Projects can be supported by a trusted network of local advisors — including tax consultants, legal experts and real estate professionals.
The boutique hospitality owner
You run — or are creating — a small hotel, guesthouse or serviced apartment with a strong identity.
You want spaces that feel considered and personal, not generic. And you need someone who understands both design and how guests actually live in a space.
How we work together
Every project starts with the right question. Here’s how I can help.
Free 15-min call — No commitment
Not sure where to start?
Let’s talk. A short conversation to understand your situation and see if we’re the right fit.
The Advisory Session — 450€
One focused session — online or in person — to answer your most pressing spatial question.
Whether you’re about to buy, renovate or simply stuck on a decision that matters.
You leave with clarity, a clear recommendation and a concrete next step.
Pre-Purchase Advisory – 750€
Thinking of buying a property? Before you sign, I’ll assess the space — its potential, its risks, its real costs — so you make the right decision from the start.
A single session that can save you from a decision worth ten times more.
Available internationally – online or on site..
Interior Architecture & Project – Fee on request
Full-scope interior architecture from concept to execution.
For private residences, investment properties and boutique hospitality projects.
Selected Projects
Every project here solved a specific problem. Browse through and see if yours looks familiar.
A forgotten theatre, brought back to life.
Secret Garden Berlin
Heritage Interior Design – 1.500 m2
Checked in. Felt like home.
Serviced Apartment — Hospitality & Furnishing
95 m2 – Read more
A 90s home, reimagined room by room.
Refurbishment in progress
Private residence – 110 m2 – Read more
Press & Writing
A selection of editorial publications featuring residential interior architecture projects, reflecting an approach rooted in context, materiality and long-term architectural value.
Residential Interior Architecture in Berlin — Featured in SCHÖNER WOHNEN (2022)
A residential project exploring material restraint, spatial clarity and the relationship between architecture and everyday life.
New building Apartment atop of Listed Building — Published in JLM Magazine
A new-build residential project developed above a listed building, balancing contemporary architecture with heritage constraints, material continuity and structural sensitivity.
Client Testimonials
A selection of client feedback from residential and investment interior architecture projects in Germany and international locations, highlighting long-term collaboration, cross-border coordination and trusted execution.
“Vanessa has taken our apartment to a whole new level, making our everyday life so much more enjoyable. She is highly professional, creative, has excellent taste and is always available. Her ability to respond to individual needs makes working with her a real pleasure.”
— Annika J., Berlin
“Ms. Serra Brunner managed the complete renovation of my attic apartment in Berlin — from concept development to on-site coordination and final delivery. As I live in Singapore, clear communication was essential. She was always accessible, transparent and highly reliable throughout the process.”
— Uta G., Singapore
“From the very beginning, Vanessa responded thoughtfully to my ideas and enriched them with strong design proposals. Communication and coordination during the project were excellent, and everything was completed on time. I would recommend her without hesitation.”
— Gerrit R., New York
“After interviewing several interior designers, we chose Vanessa because she listened carefully and immediately understood our vision. She translated our ideas and budget into a realistic design concept and guided us confidently through the entire decoration process of our newly built apartment.”
— Martin A., Berlin
Start a conversation
If you would like to discuss a project or explore a potential collaboration, I would be happy to hear from you.
+49 (0) 1520 5457 616
info@serrabrunner.com
Germany * Spain
International projects * Cross-border advisory * Residential & investment
