By: John Lewis

In a city where trends rise and fall with relentless speed, interior designer Arman Gevorgyan, the founder of Designs by Arman, has chosen a different path, one rooted not in decoration, but in meaning.

Rather than defining himself by titles, Arman describes his work as the art of shaping experiences through space. “Design goes beyond aesthetics,” he explains. “It’s about understanding how people live, move, and feel within an environment.” His interiors are designed not simply to be admired, but to be lived in spaces that tell stories, reflect identity, and quietly influence emotion and behavior.

That realization of space as a force capable of shaping how people feel and function marked a turning point early in his career. What began as an interest in design evolved into a deeper understanding: environments can influence us just as profoundly as human interaction itself.

Building in Los Angeles: Discipline Over Noise

Establishing a design career in Los Angeles, one of the world’s most competitive creative landscapes, demands more than talent alone. For  Arman, success came through discipline, patience, and consistency. “I focused on quality and authenticity,” he says, resisting the pressure to chase fleeting trends in favor of a design language that feels intentional and enduring.

This commitment has not gone unnoticed. Among his professional recognitions is the Komitas Design Award, an honor that held particular personal significance. Receiving the award in London, a city he describes as a source of both creative energy and mental clarity, made the recognition especially meaningful. “It felt like a double honor,” he reflects, “both professionally and personally.”

In addition to earlier professional recognition, including the Komitas Design Award, Gevorgyan’s work has recently received international acclaim at the Titan Awards, where he was named a Gold Winner for Luxury Retail Interior Design for his butchery project in Los Angeles. The recognition highlights the project’s originality and its ability to redefine a traditionally utilitarian space through architectural precision, material sophistication, and emotional impact. The award further reinforces Gevorgyan’s approach to design as a disciplined, experience-driven practice rather than a purely decorative exercise.

Yet accolades, he insists, do not redefine his approach. They simply validate a process he already trusts.

Design with Intention, Not Excess

Arman’s interiors are often described as bold, yet restrained spaces that feel impactful without being overwhelming. His guiding principle is simple: every space should carry a clear sense of intention. “Every project leaves my footprint,” he says. “Even a small apartment can have a strong visual impact.”

Listening, he believes, is one of the most underrated skills in design. By carefully understanding a client’s lifestyle, he translates their needs into environments that feel authentic rather than imposed. The goal is harmony where personal vision and daily life coexist naturally.

He is unequivocal about the power of good design: “Space affects mood, clarity, and behavior.” It’s why his first observations when entering a new project are never superficial; he studies energy, proportions, and natural light before imagining what space could become.

When Design Feels Effortless

One of the most common mistakes homeowners make, Arman notes, is designing for trends instead of real life. A project, in his view, is complete not when every detail is filled but when nothing feels forced. “When the space feels effortless,” he says, “that’s when you know it’s finished.”

Today, his work increasingly focuses on projects where strong impact is achieved within limited space, a challenge that demands clarity, confidence, and restraint. As his career has grown, so has his perspective, evolving toward designs that value timelessness, sustainability, and emotional resonance over spectacle.

Looking ahead, Arman hopes his legacy will be defined not by style alone, but by feeling. His ambition is simple yet profound: to create bold, thoughtful spaces that leave a lasting emotional impression long after the door closes.