Charlie Wu is the very definition of a creative visionary. Throughout her career, she’s collaborated with renowned international architects and designers, such as Peter Marino, Stephan Jaklitch, and Jacques Garcia, shaping luxury brand retail experiences for world-class names like LVMH, Valentino, John Galliano, and Marc Jacobs. She’s also led the concept, design, and execution for cutting-edge Gen Z fashion concept stores in China, blending global influence with local energy. As the founder of Écru Elements, Charlie has an exceptional gift for crafting spaces that empower those within them. “Space exists as a context for the mind and the body,” she says—a principle that shapes every project she takes on. Her intuitive understanding of the needs of both physical and virtual spaces creates transformative environments that enrich the mind. With a diverse portfolio across public, retail, hospitality, and residential spaces, Charlie has developed a unique design methodology that deepens the connection between people and their surroundings. Join us as we delve into her decades of experience, her dedication to architecture and the sense of place, and the global perspective she’s honed from working in European and Middle Eastern markets.  This conversation is one you won’t want to miss. Tune in! Resources: If you’re obsessed with design like us, follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/designpoddxb/profilecard/?igsh=dGYzYXg0OTVyNTVs  To follow along with Valeria, click here: https://www.instagram.com/valerianushka/profilecard/?igsh=NHNkcGRjMmxmZHU5 To follow along with Chad, click here: https://www.instagram.com/chadaskari/profilecard/?igsh=cnFsN3EzMGM4Y2ty Find Charlie Wu here: https://www.instagram.com/ecru___design?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==