Carlina Chan
Principal
Interior Designer
BFA | BAID
LEED GREEN ASSOCIATE
“Design
is not just
what it looks like
and feels like.
Design is how
it works.”
— Steve Jobs —
About
CCdesign Partnerships, founded by Carlina Chan in 2016, is a Calgary-based boutique interior design studio specializing in custom residential interiors.
Carlina’s Design Philosophy
Carlina’s core belief is that good design goes beyond aesthetics; it’s about enhancing purpose and functionality. Interior spaces are fundamentally human spaces, shaped by how we interact with them. This is why ergonomics, behaviors, and habits are integral to her design process. Good design is essential —
it enhances well-being and simplifies daily life.
What Carlina Brings to Your Project
She is a graduate of the Mount Royal University Bachelor of Applied Interior Design Program. Prior to establishing CCdesign Partnerships, she honed her skills as an interior designer in prominent architectural firms in Calgary, working on both commercial and residential interior projects.
In addition, she is a LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) accredited professional and a graphic designer with a Visual Communication degree from the University of Alberta.
Carlina is a multi-faceted designer that brings a well-rounded set of skills and a considered approach to any project.
What Differentiates CCdesign Partnerships?
Commitment, ingenuity and exceptional service. Carlina Chan is a passionate interior designer who views her work as a collaborative partnership with her clients. Her transparent process and open communication ensure clients stay informed and aligned throughout the project. By thoughtfully listening, asking the right questions, and fostering collaborative idea exchange, Carlina brings everything together seamlessly. Her creative vision and strategic approach result in unique, beautiful solutions that are tailored to each client’s needs and budget.
“Carlina worked with me to develop what I was looking for despite the fact that my ideas were all very general in nature and she was able to refine them into the final product. Carlina has a very good sense of space and light and an excellent eye for colours and textures. In addition to the foregoing she always provided me options for consideration as well as price comparisons so I would have a good idea of the financial commitment that I would be making and took care of ordering all cabinetry, stone, tile and fixtures. She also coordinated all installations within the contractor and as I was out of town during the renovation, kept me apprised of the status of the project including work in progress photos. In short, the services she provided were excellent.”