WHAT I’M READING, WATCHING, OR THINKING ABOUT

 Zürich, April 2026

I’m officially on garden leave.
 

Over the years, I’ve learned something important about myself:
I work hard, I care deeply, and I don’t bend my integrity.
Sometimes that inspires people.
Sometimes it threatens the wrong ones.
 

I’m proud of the work I’ve done, the people I’ve supported, and the results I’ve delivered. And I’m even more excited for what comes next.
 

Over the next weeks, I’ll be updating my
P O R T F O L I O and my W E B S I T E.
I'll contribute to MONWAHL STUDIO in my honorary role.
And of course, I’ll be also enjoying the sun with my dog and loved ones while I reset and recharge.
 

If you know of opportunities where excellence, accountability, and backbone are valued, my inbox is open.

 Zürich, December 2020

As an architect at Schäublin Architekten AG, Valentina Stan played a central role in the permission plans for the office conversion of the apartment building connected to the Swiss Mill Tower - one of Zürich’s most recognizable industrial landmarks.

In addition to her work on large‑scale urban redevelopment, she also contributed creative concepts and new design ideas for several Coop stores across the Canton of Zürich, supporting the evolution of retail environments through thoughtful spatial strategy and user‑focused design.

 Zürich, November 2020 

Bestens ausgebildete Pferdesportlerinnen und Pferdesportler sind das erste Ziel des Schweizerischen Verbandes für Pferdesport. Ob der Weg später in den Wettkampfsport führt oder ein Zusammensein in der Natur bei entspannten Ausritten oder Ausfahren Priorität hat: Eine gute Ausbildung sichert das Wohl unserer Pferde und Ponys in jeder Situation und bei jedem Einsatz.

Zürich, October 2020  

I know it's sometimes easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle and let thoughts flood our minds. I like to surround myself with positive energy, and so often I have a little totem with me -  my red scarf designed for my Scarf Collection.

Why gemstones and crystals for inspiration & creativity?

Because they show us that authenticity comes from a natural process that is not necessarily an easy one. Gemstones come in different shapes, sizes and colours and each one is valuable, unique and beautiful. And so is everyone.

My powerful mantra is: ＧＲＡＴＥＦＵＬ . ＫＩＮＤ . ＧＲＥＡＴ . 

For every reason. Anytime. 

Reminding me that, in a world where I can be anything, I choose to be myself. 

Zürich, January 2020  

For the past 4 years, I have been immersed in the world of retail design with the mission to assist renowned brands in their global expansion. This experience couldn`t have been possible without the trust of my previous employer, MACH Architecture.  

I take this opportunity to express my immense gratitude and appreciation for the extraordinary support and guidance that Mr. Jan Fischer has consistently provided. I am also thankful to all team members and clients for their valuable inputs and contribution, for every undertaken task and successful completion of projects.