ABOUT

（AYAKO SHIDA)

Ayako was born in Chiba, Japan. It was during her time studying architecture and interior design at College that she developed an interest in using flowers to enhance spaces.

2005 Ayako began working with flowers, starting from sales and progressing to become a manager of store in Tokyo. She was involved in the launch of The Andaz Tokyo and worked on decorations for hotels and weddings.

2010 She started studying ikebana (traditional Japanese flower arrangement) at the Sogetsu School.

2019 Ayako moved to New York to find new possibilities. She worked for top designers in the City and decorated large parties

2022 She obtained the title of Sogetsu School master and started teaching classes.

2023 Ayako founded SUIRYU inc., where she today handles event decorations, restaurant decor; and more.