SZ

Synthesizing systems
and aesthetics.

My journey spans design and photography across two continents, focused on creating digital interfaces and visual stories that feel as permanent as physical architecture.

Based inTokyo, Japan
Publications60+ features
Exhibitions8 solo, 3 group
Featured in

Financial Times, Wallpaper*, Kinfolk, ELLE Decoration, AnOther Magazine, The New York Times, Monocle, Architectural Digest

2023 — PresentTokyo, Japan

Independent Design & Photography

Running katagami studio, a product design practice bridging Swiss precision with Japanese minimalism. Creating digital interfaces and visual stories for select clients worldwide.

2016 — 2023Global

Freelance Photographer

Selected clients include New York Times, Monocle Magazine, The Telegraph, and UBS. Fujifilm X-Photographer and Swiss ambassador. Editor of Fujifeed magazine, curating emerging photography talent.

2018 — 2020Vienna, London, Paris, Geneva

Solo Exhibition and Book "Botanical"

Exhibited across Europe including Calienna Vienna, COS Coal Drop Yards London, ThePrintspace London, 34Greneta Paris, and Librairie de l'Ile Geneva. Published by Hoxton Mini Press (London). Featured on Artsy for an online solo presentation.

2012 — 2016Geneva, Switzerland

Designer

Senior 3D designer at Stojan+Voumard, art director at Golden Dreams. Focused on interactive media, 3D visualization, and visual identity projects.