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YINN — PARIS | NEW YORK

05 / About Us

Business in Mind. Design at Heart.

YINN is a Paris-based design studio creating thoughtful, high-performing spaces across workplace, hospitality, retail and private environments.

We help organizations translate their business, operational and cultural needs into thoughtfully designed, high-performing spaces — from strategic assessment and workplace planning through design and execution.

Why YINN.

  1. 01

    Strategy + Design + Delivery under one roof

    One process and one team, from the first assessment to move-in day.

  2. 02

    Business and operational understanding

    We design around how your organization actually works and grows.

  3. 03

    Design expertise

    Considered, timeless spaces, with attention to every detail.

  4. 04

    International perspective

    Paris and New York: a view shaped by different cultures and markets.

  5. 05

    One integrated team

    A single point of contact and a shared responsibility for results.

Core team.

Stéphane Obega

Creative Director
“Great design is as thoughtful as it is beautiful.”

With over 10 years of experience in interior design and workplace environments, Stéphane brings together creativity, expertise, and meticulous attention to detail. His deep understanding of the Parisian market, its dynamics, and its culture informs an approach rooted in thoughtful design and a commitment to excellence. He creates distinctive spaces where aesthetics, functionality, and identity come together seamlessly.

Afriyie Gafarou

Managing Director

Afriyie brings nearly 20 years of banking experience in New York, specializing in strategy, operations and transformation while leading complex initiatives across the U.S. and internationally. Her passion for interior design began with an early venture in the U.S. and has remained a lasting interest throughout her corporate career.

At YINN, Afriyie brings these worlds together, combining business and operational expertise with her enduring passion for design. Now based in Paris, her East Coast roots inform YINN’s Paris · New York identity, connecting two cities that continue to shape her perspective on business, culture and design.

Four ways to work with us.

01

Assessment & Advisory

A strategic assessment of your current or future space: needs, usage, feasibility and clear recommendations.

IncludesStrategy
02

Design Only

From concept to detailed design and specifications, ready for your own contractors to build.

IncludesStrategy · Design
03

Construction & Execution Only

We deliver an existing design: tendering, coordination, site supervision and handover.

IncludesDelivery
Full service04

Design & Build

One integrated team from strategy to move-in, with a single point of contact and shared responsibility.

IncludesStrategy · Design · Delivery

Where we work.

We work with organizations whose spaces shape how they are perceived and how their people work, from fashion and luxury brands to finance and professional services.

Workplace

Headquarters, offices, meeting and collaboration spaces for corporate, creative and professional firms.

Hospitality

Lobbies, lounges, restaurants and hospitality spaces designed around the guest experience.

Retail

Flagships, showrooms and boutiques that bring a brand to life in space.

Private / Commercial

Private environments, members’ spaces and mixed-use commercial projects.

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