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40 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 78MOSTMAGAZINELUXURY Q: SERBIAN HERITAGE AND MIAMI ARCHITECTURE ARE BOTH KEY INFLUENCES FOR YOU. HOW DO YOU BLEND THESE TWO VERY DIFFERENT CULTURES IN YOUR DESIGN AESTHETIC? A: Serbia taught me about strength, pride, and craftsmanship. Miami taught me to embrace color, risk, and freedom. I blend them by combining intricate, meaningful details%u2014like symbols and textures from my heritage%u2014with sleek, contemporary lines and vibrant energy. It%u2019s a constant dialogue between old soul and new world. Q: AS A MOTHER AND ENTREPRENEUR, HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CREATIVE PROCESS WITH THE DEMANDS OF RUNNING A BUSINESS AND RAISING A FAMILY? Do your kids ever inspire your work?A: Motherhood has taught me resilience, patience, and the true meaning of unconditional love. My kids, Niko, Niki, and Luka, inspire me daily with their imagination, curiosity, and bold spirit. I%u2019ve learned to balance chaos with creativity%u2014sometimes I%u2019m sketching designs with one hand while playing with them. But that%u2019s the beauty of it%u2014my life fuels my work. 40 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 78