Victoria Yakusha, born in 1982 in Dnipro, Ukraine, is an architect, designer, and artist, known for her distinctive 'live design' philosophy that seamlessly integrates a profound connection to the earth and ethnic roots. 

Following Ukraine's Revolution of Dignity in 2014, which happened to be a turning point in Yakusha’s perception of her role, she established FAINA, a design brand specializing in furniture, decor, and lighting deeply rooted in Ukrainian cultural heritage.

As an architect, she pioneered the concept of ‘live minimalism.’ This architectural and design approach seamlessly blends laconic forms with environmental consciousness. It’s all about creating a harmonious connection between living spaces and the materials they’re made of—materials that seem to breathe and radiate energy. ‘Live minimalism’ is about existing in co-authorship with nature, leaving a cultural footprint rather than an environmental one.