A Life by the Sea

Hi, I’m Mirella - creator and founder of FINNA. I’m living the coastal life in a small surfer village on the Dutch coast, where the rhythm of the tides shapes my days. I have always been drawn to the outdoors - the vastness of landscapes, the rawness of nature, the quiet hum of the elements. While the fast world rushes by, I like to choose a slower pace. Long walks on the beach, cold dips in the ocean, and the simple beauty of everyday life ground me.

Intuitive way of Creating

My background is in interior architecture, with over 15 years of experience designing spaces that tell a story. But my creativity was never meant to stay confined within one discipline. Photography, graphic design, and a love for the outdoors have always pulled me in different directions, guiding me toward a more fluid, intuitive way of creating. Now, all these elements come together in my work—pure, intentional, and timeless.

A Way of Living

FINNA is more than a name; it’s a way of living. A journey of discovering beauty, creativity, and balance. It is my creative outlet, a space where design meets poetic simplicity, where photography and storytelling weave together to capture the essence of a moment, a place, a brand. Through FINNA, I help others discover their own visual identity, crafting imagery that speaks with authenticity and soul.

Inspired by Nature

Nature is my greatest source of inspiration. If I’m not hiking a remote trail, you’ll find me with my hands in the earth, growing my own food. If I’m not traveling in my van, I’ll be in the ocean, catching waves. When life feels overwhelming, I return to the wild - to the wind, the waves, the mountains. It’s in these places that I reconnect, find clarity, and create from a place of depth and meaning.

Let’s Create

I love working with brands and individuals who share my passion for nature, simplicity, and authenticity. Whether through photography, travel imagery, or interior design, my goal is to create work that resonates

Happy Customers

  • FINNA's work method creates results fast, which is great / so are the design skills / furthermore a great sense of style / friendly and clear communication / and last but not least - flexible (we all know that design processes can be a bumpy ride...specially those where we push the outcome to a higher level) Thumbs up.

    Alrik Koudenburg

  • She translated all our wishes into a design for the entire home, including materials, colors, and overall styling. We experienced the collaboration with Mirella as very pleasant. She had an impeccable sense of what would and wouldn’t work, provided great advice, and came up with many ideas. She was highly flexible and always willing to make adjustments and discuss options. We are very satisfied with the final result.

    Mark & Marjolein Duijst

  • Mirella was a great help in designing our hospitality venue, Brothers In Law Taphouse in Utrecht. She proposed the colors, layout, and materials, all of which we adopted. We are very happy with the result and appreciated that Mirella took our budget into account. The venue truly reflects our brand, which was exactly what we were looking for!

    Tim Teitink