WantedDesign Member
Discover the unique stories and creative journeys of our WantedDesign members as they share their inspirations, design philosophies, and standout work.
Paula Stoddard
estudio pm
Designer / Co-founder
I’m an architectural designer and researcher from Puerto Rico based in New York, and one of the creatives behind estudio pm. My work moves across scales and mediums, often blending spatial design, material exploration, and narrative thinking. I’m interested in how design can engage with overlooked systems, challenge norms, and propose more thoughtful ways of making and living.
Design Approach and Inspiration
I tend to approach design through making, working with different materials, scales, and methods to test ideas and see where they lead. There is a strong interest in the technical side of design, understanding how things work and paying close attention to details. I often find inspiration in everyday materials, overlooked moments, and quiet things that reveal something unexpected. I try to stay open, curious, and responsive to context, letting the process guide me as much as the outcome.
Get to know them better...
What’s the one item in your home that you can’t live without, and why?
PS: My bed. I love sleeping, but it’s also one of my favorite thinking spots especially late at night or first thing in the morning. That’s when ideas sneak in quietly and without pressure.
What’s your go-to playlist or song when you need a creative boost?
PS: I usually listen to music in Spanish from different regions and genres. I love mixing completely different genres, so I usually let it shuffle but skip when something doesn’t fit the mood.
If you weren’t a designer, what would you be?
PS: I actually considered computer engineering. What I love about both fields is the chance to creatively solve problems and piece things together like a puzzle, which makes it really fun for me.
My dream
PS: To expand our practice by being part of a curated, forward-thinking community that challenges us, inspires new perspectives, and connects us with the tools and people shaping the future of design. We envision a space where we can exchange ideas, collaborate meaningfully, and grow as designers who bring cultural storytelling and material experimentation to the forefront.
