Steven McNamara is a spatial storyteller and the founder of ROJI.

I curate and create physical spaces and objects that tell a story. Whether exploring the craft of animation or how natural habitats are connected, I build environments that people can step inside and experience with all their senses.

Originally trained as an architect, my practice is rooted in making complex ideas accessible. I enjoy creating work that is engaging for children and adults alike, exploring challenging topics without over-simplification.

My goal is to create work that is genuinely inclusive and accessible to everyone.

Over the last decade, immersive exhibitions for clients like Cartoon Saloon, National Museum of Ireland, Butler Gallery and Design & Crafts Council Ireland have received critical acclaim from Wallpaper* Magazine, The New York Times and CNN Style.

A three-time IDI Exhibition Design of the Year winner, I remain an active part of the design community as an awards judge for the Institute of Designers in Ireland and as Design Project Manager for Irish Design Week with the Design & Crafts Council of Ireland.

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“a beautiful exhibition of some of the country’s top talents”

The New York Times
Style Magazine
(12 Projects to Know from the London Design Festival)

"Craft remained a strong underlying theme at LDF and Vernacular was the stand out craft show that everyone was talking about."

Best in Show
TENT London

"...the project (Dublin Tagged!) was not only engaging, but also an intelligent and serious way of highlighting the importance of memory and stories in the life of a city's places and spaces."

Emmett Scanlon
A10 Magazine

"...the simplicity of the design was a real 'wow' and we have received strong positive feedback from several international influencers. I would have no hesitation in recommending Steven for similar work in the future."

Brian McGee
Head of Market Development
Design & Crafts Council of Ireland

"I am delighted to be here today at the Weathering Exhibition, to not only celebrate the beautiful work on display in this gallery, but to recognise and pay tribute to the many talented Irish designers and craftworkers who enhance our reputation across the globe as a nation renowned for creativity and artistic achievement."

Michael D. Higgins
President of Ireland
UCCA Gallery, Beijing