SAMANTHA BLANCO
Samantha Blanco, from South Florida, is passionately pursuing a career in Interior Design. She is majoring in Interior Design with a minor in Landscaping Architecture at the University of Florida and is set to graduate in May 2026. She has been active in the CIDA Accreditation Committee, the IND Club at UF, and is also dedicated to mentorship and volunteering.
Driven by a passion for sustainable design, she utilizes nature to inspire her spaces, providing a sense of place and crafting creative solutions to design challenges. Her goal is to create experiential environments that connect people and cultures to the spaces they inhabit. Samantha's design process involves thorough research and creativity, focusing on elements that result in unique and harmonious experiences.
In her free time, Samantha enjoys spending time with loved ones, exploring nature, reading, and staying active. Her commitment to her craft and her interests makes her excited to grow and learn as a designer.