Sapien Studios

We're now offering custom itineraries for Bermuda retreats that partner with incredible local entrepreneurs to ensure unforgettable and seamless experiences. We're are excited to be a part of a new era in women's health aimed at helping us better understand our bodies and navigate aging with less pain and stress. This new project will curate travel and transformation packages for women focusing on culture, self development, wellness and preventative medicines. Our annual Glow

Beyond the Road: We're building Carnicycle, one feather at a time by recycling costumes and offering environmental consulting services that minimise waste. When I discovered Carnicycle, I was so excited to see how I could help serve their purpose. So, when I was asked to build Carnicycle’s website, I jumped at the opportunity to help them formalise their platform. Completing the full development, including copywriting and organising networking efforts all during the first wav

We're gearing up to be part of a new era in women's health aimed at helping us better understand our bodies and navigate aging with less pain and stress. This new project will curate travel and transformation packages for women focusing on culture, self development, wellness and preventative medicines. Join the waitlist for updated information. This exclusive experience is limited and guaranteed to sell out. Email today! tara.sapien.bda@gmail.com

A roaring 1920's New Year's party set at the iconic Rosedon Hotel in Hamilton, Bermuda. Ringing 2026 in style. An exciting challenge to create an intoxicating experience amid the historic Rosedon. Most known for the quiet luxury it offers, one might not expect this as the backdrop for a hardcore techno party. The main features created a one of kind vibe; from the hanging flower installation, to the 16' elephant, and the wild zebra mascot dancing into the night. Inner Circle p

A town-wide trick and treat experience that proved to be an astounding success. The event was designed as part of a plan to curate festivals around which town entrepreneurs can build out offerings. With such a huge uptake for year one, we expect this event to expand into one that town entrepreneurs will continue to thrive in for years to come. The scale of the National Trust Walkabout isn't seen during any other event in the town but it was clear to me that people are hungry

A boutique hotel development geared toward supporting creatives and entrepreneurs. Featuring onsite workshops, co-working spaces and community focused design, this project is meant to connect visitors directly with locals, while creating a safety net that facilitates creativity. It will eventually house a multitude of businesses and offer start up space to budding entrepreneurs and creative youths. This will be supported through the boutique hotel and invite international cre

A cafe planned to be hidden in the alleyway of the UNESCO World Heritage town of St. George's, Bermuda. A narrow alleyway leading off the main pedestrian street in the town opens up onto a beautiful harbor side retreat. The real challenge was making it an alley way you'd want to wander down, that would snatch visitors and locals alike from the main street. To do this, we intended to create living walls of monstera plants, mosses and ferns running down both sides of the path,

Our sister company known best for fantastical shows and custom acts. It all started when the previous dominating circus company ceased operations and all the performers were left with no outlet or cental means of marketing themselves. It was every man for themselves and it was never going to work like that. Cirqle launched in 2017 and has grown to include countless acts that contribute to the cultural fabric of Bermuda and entertainment options for events. From concept to cus

It was all hands on deck in our community of St. George to ensure that our favorite cafe made it through this transition! I was thrilled to help my good friends Rolisa Camille  (Frequency Cafe) and Kristin White  (Long Story Short) move into their dream locations and join our other good friend, Astoria Smith  (Lacquered Lounge) in the same location on Water St. West, just across from the Wharf and Dragon's Lair. . My central role in the project was the design and project mana

We know it's important for small entrepreneurs to have a strong online presence. Equally, it's important that they are able to control that presence without an endless stream of web developer fees. So we create websites that are beautiful, functional and train entrepreneurs to use them effectively. We were so excited to help Sea Venture Diving get the logo of their dreams and a functional website that made it easier for them to share their love for the oceans. We know that fo

Designing a quick kitchen facelift and a big reveal for our favorite clients. After a the successful staircase remodel, the Webber's decided to move ahead with a kitchen refacing to update their dark, drab traditional kitchen. With a few simple solutions, we avoided any major construction and gave them an entirely bright new feel and functionality to accommodate their culinary needs. The job was completed in just 2 weeks while they were abroad so that that could return home t

A happening local musician collective opened doors to become a hot spot for entertainers iin Hamilton, Bermuda. Along side Strativist , we designed the interior of Chewstick 's new Front St. location.  As an arts and culture community hub, we designed with universal accessibility,  multi-functionality and flexibility in mind. This space was intended to accommodate all of Chewstick's varied and evolving needs with their efforts to expand offerings in years to come. We success

A dangerous spiral stair redesigned into a winder, providing safe and easy access between floors of this 2 story St. George home.  The Webbers had struggled for years with their quirky staircase. Caring for their son who has special needs and grandparents who visit often meant they had to find a solution that didn't involve taking out key foundational walls entirely. 3 architects attempted but none could produce anything that was feasible. Luckily, we were able to help them f

A charming boutique full of handmade jewelry and accessories made from local materials. From pink sand and sustainably resourced corals to invasive lionfish fins and washed up plastics, La Garza preserved pieces of Bermuda for tourists and locals alike to keep with them. La Garza revolutionized the way Bermuda sand and lion fish fins were being set in resin, developing new operation techniques, as well as creating custom molds for unique jewelry and gifts. Creator Tara Sapien

A residential expansion in the outskirts of Hamilton, this project has been an incredible challenge in so many ways! This client had a clear vision for what she wanted but the logistics needed to be worked out to make it possible. As the client intends to grow old with her family on the property, having many self sufficient, dividable sections on the property was a must. Beyond that, the client stressed 3 other points, functionality, flexibility and feeling like a princess in

An iconic Bermuda location undergoes the first phase of major renovations. As part of a team of design consultants, we assisted in the revitalization of the Tobacco Bay concession. This included mock ups, color profiles, sourcing for needs, materials and landscaping, initial site management and coordinating with the Parks Department for the site proposals. We're thrilled to see another St. George's classic succeeding with their fresh start! Wishing them the best as they move

A special edition of the Art Walk for the arriving tall ships race of 2017. This custom graphic poster aimed to commemorate this rare occassion and represent Bermuda, the participating artists and the event in a meaningful way. This design also became part of a web design used to market the event.

A modernized old english, eclectic island cafe pitched for the World Heritage Center in the Town of St. George. A project designed from the ground up including menu, serving counter, graphics, logo and website pitch package. ​ The concept was to find innovative ways to meld Bermudas' many cultural facets with a modern flair into the menu, and develop a space that would facilitate local artists working and collaborating. As part of the strategy to overcome low turn out in the