Marià Vazquez Vives
Before joining ESAM DESIGN, I studied French literature and language at the Autonomous University of Barcelona. I came to France through the Erasmus+ program at the University of Paris 8. After completing my bachelor's degree, I decided to change paths and pursue interior architecture. What I really like about the pedagogy and methods at ESAM DESIGN is the school's human scale. The professors are available and accessible when needed, and most importantly, they share their professional experience with us. They encourage us to figure things out, learn from our mistakes, and then try again. My favorite class is the 3D course. I started it last year and discovered a tool that allows us to shape our ideas and adds credibility to our projects.
My favorite project was the one at the end of my third year. I worked on a derelict site in Saint-Denis that I rehabilitated into a shared space to revitalize the neighborhood and provide a workspace for those in need. Currently, I am doing an apprenticeship at Galeries Lafayette, where I work as an assistant architect and handle store specifications. I send them to brands interested in opening stores, review the store layout projects, and approve them before implementation. Additionally, I will also be responsible for integrating and adapting furniture specific to the Galeries Lafayette brand into new stores, as well as remodeling existing ones. After I graduate, I would like to work in public reception facilities, retail, restaurants, or hotels, focusing more on the creative aspect.
The professors encourage us to learn from our mistakes and then try again.