COLORE FORME E ATMOSFERA
Mi affascina dipingere su larga scala per la sua capacità di trasformare radicalmente l’atmosfera di un luogo.
Amo vedere come uno spazio prenda vita e carattere, come restituisca luce ed energia.
I colori sono il mio strumento espressivo principale: ogni tonalità ha un effetto percettivo, psicologico ed esperienziale.
Come insegnava Le Corbusier, “il colore modifica lo spazio e tocca la nostra psiche".
Per questo creo palette personalizzate, pensate in base alla luce, alla funzione dello spazio e all’energia che si desidera evocare.

Mi piace usare forme organiche, morbide e arrotondate perchè nel design, così come in natura, evocano immediatamente sensazioni positive, di armonia e fluidità. Ispirate alla natura queste forme dialogano con la nostra memoria ancestrale, mettendoci in sintonia con lo spazio che ci circonda.

OGGETTI E TEXTURES
Negli ultimi tempi ho iniziato a dare tridimensionalità alle mie forme organiche: creo, su richiesta, lampade da parete e oggetti decorativi stampati in 3D, pensati per dialogare con la decorazione murale o vivere autonomamente. Utilizzo solo materiali ecosostenibili, come il PLA (acido polilattico), una bioplastica compostabile ottenuta da fonti rinnovabili. 

Sempre su richiesta, realizzo inoltre design di tessuti per la casa e locali pubblici, pensati per completare l’atmosfera sensoriale degli spazi attraverso colori e texture.

Studio Ica è un progetto in continuo divenire.
Spinto dalla curiosità, dalla sperimentazione e dal desiderio di portare bellezza e significato nei luoghi che abitiamo ogni giorno.

WHO I AM
Hi, my name is Federica, and I’m a multidisciplinary designer based in Milan.
I specialize in site-specific wall decorations and custom furnishings, approaching my work by blending art, design, and mindfulness.

I studied Cultural Heritage at the Università degli Studi of Milan, and later pursued photography and visual arts at the Istituto Europeo di Design (IED) and the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD) in the United States.

I lived in Berlin for 13 years—a chapter that deeply enriched my artistic and cultural background. In that crossroads of styles and influences, I absorbed creativity from all over the world, developing an open, fluid, and ever-evolving perspective.
I worked for several years as an art director, photographer, and video maker in the field of visual communication. Alongside my husband, I co-founded Orderly Chaotic Studio, now an active 2D/3D animation studio.

STUDIO ICA
During the pandemic, I felt the need to return to something more intimate, hands-on, and visceral. As I began practicing yoga and meditation daily, I decided to follow my passion for illustration and interior design—and that’s how Studio Ica was born.

“Ica” is the nickname my family gave me as a child; it holds the most spontaneous, creative, and curious parts of who I am.
“Studio” represents the experience, thoughtful planning, and care I bring to every project.

MY APPROACH: MINDFUL DESIGN
At the heart of my work is a conscious approach that centers on the connection between space, inner experience, and sensory perception.
For me, decorating is not just about beautifying—it’s about bringing intention, harmony, and personality into the places where we live, work, and spend our free time.
Every project begins with listening: to the people, to the space, and to the energy they want to nurture.

Painting, for me, is a meditative act—a moment of reconnection, an introspective gesture.
That’s why I’ve also developed a participatory process designed for those who want to leave their personal mark on their space through a creative and empowering experience.

COLOR, SHAPES, AND ATMOSPHERE
I’m fascinated by large-scale painting because of its ability to radically transform the atmosphere of a space.
I love seeing how a place comes to life and gains character, how it reflects light and energy.
Color is my primary expressive tool: every shade carries a perceptual, psychological, and experiential impact.
As Le Corbusier taught, “color modifies space and touches our psyche.”
That’s why I create custom palettes tailored to the light, function of the space, and the energy one wants to evoke.

I enjoy using organic, soft, and rounded shapes because, both in design and in nature, they immediately evoke positive feelings of harmony and flow. Inspired by nature, these forms connect with our ancestral memory, bringing us into sync with the surrounding environment.

OBJECTS AND TEXTURES
Recently, I’ve started giving my organic shapes a three-dimensional life: upon request, I design 3D-printed wall lamps and decorative objects meant to complement mural decoration or stand alone.
I use only eco-friendly materials, such as PLA (polylactic acid), a compostable bioplastic made from renewable resources.

I also create custom textile designs for homes and public spaces, designed to enhance the sensory atmosphere of each environment through color and texture.

Studio Ica is an ever-evolving project—driven by curiosity, experimentation, and the desire to bring beauty and meaning into the places we inhabit every day.