the ZINN Team - A talented group that loves what they do
We are a vibrant mix of personalities, each bringing our own unique passions to the table. From architecture and interior design to sustainability and even psychology, we have a diverse range of expertise. We're not just designers and architects; we're also artists, musicians, antique collectors, and movie buffs. We find inspiration in everything from historic preservation to mid-century modern aesthetics. With a shared commitment to collaboration and a knack for turning the ordinary into the extraordinary, this fun-loving team is dedicated to creating spaces that reflect the unique personalities of our clients.
kassia zinn
Kassia is the cofounder and President of ZINN, and not just on paper. She is the solid center of our office—the one everyone asks for advice on everything from design theory and the psychology of color to tips on how to craft the perfect business email. With her dedicated persistence, she is unruffled by the sometimes messy business of turning lines on paper into three-dimensional structures,
The consummate diplomat, Kassia excels at guiding clients through the complex and sometimes emotional process of designing their home or office. She chooses to build bridges, and easily collaborates with contractors and other project teammates. Kassia earned an undergraduate degree in Architecture with a minor in Women’s Studies and Psychology from the University of Florida. She then completed her graduate studies at Parsons School of Design in New York, where she was awarded the prestigious Michael Kalil Fellowship Grant for her research on disaster site utilization and the role of destruction itself in the creation of space.
rob zinn
Rob is the cofounder and Vice President of ZINN. He is a creative and curious multipotentialite, so nerding out over everything from flashing details to how cities could work better comes naturally to him. Rob’s operating principle is that architects should balance their design expertise with technical know-how to create solutions that are not just beautiful, but fuctional, logical, cost-effective.
Rob earned his master’s degree in Architecture from the University of Florida, where he met Kassia. He earned his BA from Boston University for, you guessed it, pre-med with a double major in English Literature and Art History.
Rob serves as the Vice Chair of the Northeast Florida Builder’s Association Commercial Council. His work with NEFBA encourages dense walkable commercial development and improved relationships between architects, builders, and developers.
hannah jensen
Hannah is our Interior Designer 1, a graduate of Florida State College at Jacksonville with a degree in Interior Design Technology. Her passion for design was ignited as a young child where she would sketch perspectives of her room during church. This passion grew over time and cultivated into a love for Mid-Century Modern and Bauhaus design. During her off days, she loves scouring antique markets and vintage shops for unique vintage pieces. She also loves watching movies, buying records and participating in the local music scene. Hannah's approach to design is taking the time to get to know the people behind the project, and to curate a space that best reflects each client's personality in the most aesthetically pleasing and functional way possible. Her design inspirations include Kelly Wearstler, Verner Panton, Charles and Ray Eames, and Mies Van der Rohe.
robin tuazon
Leveraging her background in creating modern, light-filled homes as an Architect in her tropical home country where she ran her own practice, she seeks to apply her design and project management skills to a similar environment, finding resonance in Florida's ambiance. With a keen ability to read people and a knack for crafting designs that scream 'life's a beach,' Robin's creations are not just buildings—they're experiences. Known for her positive and calm demeanor, she approaches the dynamic architecture industry with a solutions-oriented mindset. Outside the studio, you'll find her embracing the serenity of yoga, and frolicking along the sandy shores. She's always up for trying new activities, whether it's conquering a wave on a surfboard, carving fresh powder on the slopes, or simply obsessively planning packed itineraries for new travels. Fueled by exploration, Robin's designs are always one adventure ahead.