Board

Martin Thörnblom (AT)

Martin Thörnblom originally from Stockholm is Interior Architect, founder and owner of studio thörnblom – büro für innenarchitektur in Vienna.

He has been Vice President of the Bund Östereichischer Innenarchitektur BÖIA and since 2010 he is also leading workshops at the New Design University NDU in St. Pölten, Austria.

President of ECIA since September 2019

Loes Bliek (NL)

Loes has a long career as allround executive and deputy director of Bureau Architectenregister (BA), the architects registration board of the Netherlands. She is specialized in the recognition of EU and foreign qualifications and European cooperation, was seconded to the European Commission for five months (DG Markt, current DG Grow, Professional Qualifications Directive) and was representing BA in several European organisations and networks.

Secretary General since September 2018

Dominic Haag-Walthert (CH)

Prof. Dominic Haag-Walthert studied Design, Interior Architecture and Architecture in Zurich. In 2000 he established his own office HAAGWAGNER together with Heiner Wagner. From 2001-2007 he was regional president and from 2007- 2012 board member of VSI.ASAI.

From 2008-09 he teaches as visiting lecturer at HEAD Genève and at Ecole d‘architecture Athénaeum in Lausanne. In 2008 he is involved in the formation of the Bachelor Progam in Interior Architecture at Lucerne University of Applied Science and Art HSLU, where he researches and teaches since then. From 2016 on he is the head of the Institute of Interior Architecture at HSLU. He is also author and publisher of divers publications on topics of Architecture and Interior.

Board member since 2019

Sophie Green (DE)

Sophie is an experienced, creative, tech-savvy and analytical conceptual thinking interior architect with own interior design practice, a first experience in teaching and a strong interest in professional and political developments. With her interior design practice, she handles both private and public contracts in the field of interior design with a high sustainability standard. Since May 2016 she has been "Appointed External Expert to the European Parliament" in the field of interior design.

Board member since 2019

Davina Preca (MT)

Having completed the International Baccalaureate in Oxford, UK, Davina graduated with a BA (Hons) in Interior Architecture & Design from Nottingham Trent University, UK, in 2001. She founded her own interior design studio in Malta, in 2003. Over time her portfolio ranges from commercial, residential, hospitality, retail and leisure projects. A deeply rooted family business in the hotel and restaurant industry led an evolution towards specializing in hospitality and restaurant design. As a founding member and president of MIDA, the Malta Interior Design Association, she is a firm believer in continued learning and the importance of interior design as a reputed profession.

Board member since 2023

Thomas Seifert (BE)

Thomas holds a Master in Interior Architecture (University of Antwerp 2011) and also studied Business Economics (Antwerp Management School, 2013). After some years practice as interior architect (private houses and horeca), he gained a lot of experience with BIM and project management. Currently he is working at SECO BELGIUM at Brussels Airport Company as Project engineer Fire Safety, BIM manager and (since 2019) Operational and Commercial Manager.

Board member since 2023

May Fawzy (UK)

May Fawzy, MA in Interior Architecture with Honours, has built a successful career in multinational architecture firms across the Middle East, Africa, and the UK. In 2011, she founded MF Design Studio, specializing in commercial interiors and delivering multi-million-pound projects. As a WELL Accredited Professional, May focuses on enhancing health and well-being in design. She served asthe President of the British Institute of Interior Design (BIID) and has been instrumental in launching its awards scheme. A strong advocate for sustainability, May is also a member of the Sustainable Design Collective, promoting eco-friendly, timeless design solutions.

Board member since 2024

Milan Illes (SK)

Milan Illes is a Slovak interior architect and project consultant with over two decades of experience in architecture, design, and construction. A founding member of the Slovak Association of Interior Designers and Architects (SAID), Milan has been instrumental in advancing the profession in Slovakia. He specializes in project management, strategic planning, and design innovation, often integrating artificial intelligence into new workflows.

With a global portfolio, including projects in London, Sydney, Dubai, or Kuwait, Milan also leads educational initiatives like the Intebold Academy and Intebold Festival, focusing on sustainable and inclusive design. He holds degree in architecture and civil engineering from Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava.

Board member since 2024

Kristina Jonasson (SE)

Kristina Jonasson is a practicing interior architect with nearly 25 years of experience in the profession. Currently she works as a Studio Manager at Tengbom Architects in Stockholm, Sweden. In recent years she has been a member of Konstfack (University of Art, Crafts and Design) advisory council for the content of the Interior Architecture program. Additionally she is a member of the Educational Committee of Sveriges Arkitekter, she has a also been part of the Academy for Interior Architeture. She is involved in the 100 Gruppen, an organization that has been promoting sustainable interior design for the past 20 years.

Board member since 2024