Jenna Pyörälä
MFA, Design, 2019
Jenna’s professional practice combines traditional methods with new technologies, aiming to develop innovative designs that are purposeful, visually intriguing and sustainable. Her MFA research focuses on ornamental design, its different traditions, principles and the background of ornamental design practice.
Jenna has gained a broad experience in textile, surface and interior design during her studies and work in the field. In 2017, she worked as an assistant designer for one of the biggest Finnish textile design companies, Vallila Interior in Helsinki. Jenna has completed various customer-based projects, worked as a freelance designer for pattern and print designs and planned exhibitions in interdisciplinary teams.
jkpyorala@ucdavis.edu