a l a i n a   m a r a l   b a l i a n

Hi, I’m Alaina - a LEED-certified interior designer based in Los Angeles. Raised in Altadena, I’ve always been drawn to art, architecture, and design. With an educational background in Interior Design and Museum Studies, I approach each project as a story - layering form, texture, and narrative to create spaces with depth and meaning.

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In 2025, we lost our Altadena family home to the Eaton Fire, reshaping how I understand space, memory, and resilience. I’m especially motivated now to help those who need to begin again - with spaces that restore comfort, beauty, and a sense of belonging.

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Studio Maral was founded on that belief. Each project blends vibrant creativity and eclectic charm - guided by travel, nature, and the art world, crafting interiors that feel lived-in, layered, and deeply personal.