Seen Space Studios is an architecture and design firm that honors the legacy of strength, beauty, and perseverance embodied by Caribbean women—the foundation upon which our Brooklyn-born practice stands. Named for Seferina, Esperanza, Eugenia, and Nelsa, the matriarchs who guide our vision, we are rooted in the understanding that great design emerges from deep cultural connection and authentic storytelling.  

Our mission is to create transformative spaces that celebrate the unique cultural identities of our clients while building a more sustainable and equitable future. We believe that exceptional design should be accessible to all, not reserved for the few. Through our work, we make the design process approachable and joyful, fostering genuine partnerships that honor each client's heritage, values, and dreams.

We are committed to environmental stewardship, carefully selecting ethically sourced materials and sustainable practices that respect both our planet and the communities we serve. Every project reflects our Caribbean roots—vibrant, resilient, and deeply connected to place and people.

At Seen Space Studios, architecture and design are vehicles for cultural preservation, community building, and positive change. We create spaces where stories are told, traditions are honored, and futures are imagined—spaces that are truly seen, understood, and celebrated.

Meet the Architect

Rose Florian is a Black Puerto Rican architect, artist, and independent researcher with nearly a decade of experience across commercial, residential, transportation, healthcare, and urban design projects. Her practice centers on the intersection of race, colonialism, and feminism as a lens to examine the systems that shape our built environment. She believes in the power of design to challenge hierarchy and create space for those who have been historically misrepresented or marginalized.

Rose holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania and a Master of Urban Design from the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Her ongoing research project, Unearthed Spaces, investigates the overlooked architectural contributions of enslaved African technologists in the Caribbean.