I AM

I AM

KAREL

KAREL

Designing with Personality, Authenticity, and Color

Designing with Personality, Authenticity, and Color

ABOUT ME

Hi! I’m Karel Venegas-Cabrera, a multidisciplinary designer with expertise in Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Photography, and UX Design.

I identify as "Panamexican"—half Panamanian and half Mexican— born and raised in southeastern Michigan, USA. My diverse heritage has profoundly influenced both my personal identity and professional journey, shaping my design sensibilities with a deep commitment to authenticity. I am passionate about expressing Color, Culture, Honesty, and Individuality through my work.

I hold both Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Architecture, and during my graduate studies, I had the opportunity to explore courses in Interior Design, Graphic Design, and UX Design. This interdisciplinary approach has made me a more versatile designer, allowing me to draw inspiration from the cultural, societal, and architectural elements I encounter in the places I visit.

While I recognize that there is always more to learn, I take pride in being a quick learner, open-minded, and a designer of many trades.


Outside of designing I am an animal lover, on-demand Barista, and group trip planner

Hi! I’m Karel Venegas-Cabrera, a multidisciplinary designer with expertise in Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Photography, and UX Design.

I identify as "Panamexican"—half Panamanian and half Mexican— born and raised in southeastern Michigan, USA. My diverse heritage has profoundly influenced both my personal identity and professional journey, shaping my design sensibilities with a deep commitment to authenticity. I am passionate about expressing Color, Culture, Honesty, and Individuality through my work.

I hold both Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Architecture, and during my graduate studies, I had the opportunity to explore courses in Interior Design, Graphic Design, and UX Design. This interdisciplinary approach has made me a more versatile designer, allowing me to draw inspiration from the cultural, societal, and architectural elements I encounter in the places I visit.

While I recognize that there is always more to learn, I take pride in being a quick learner, open-minded, and a designer of many trades.


Outside of designing I am an animal lover, on-demand Barista, and group trip planner

EDUCATION

ELISAVA

Master of Interior Design & Interior Architecture | Barcelona

September 2025 - July 2026

University of Michigan

Master of Architecture

2018 - 2021 | GPA 3.9

University of Illinois at

Urbana-Champaign

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

B.S Architectural Studies

2018 - 2021 | GPA 3.7

EXPERIENCE

SomosNido

Design Intern | Barcelona, ES

December 2025 - June 2026

SEEK Design + Architecture

Project Designer | Chicago, IL

June 2023 - April 2024

CannonDesign

Architecture Intern | Chicago, IL

May - August 2022

SOFTWARE

You could be anywhere else on the internet, but you're here! Thank you for taking a look at my work!

You could be anywhere else on the internet, but you're here! Thank you for taking a look at my work!

Lets Connect!

Lets Connect!