Clint Nagata
Founder & Creative Partner of BLINK Design Group
As Founder and Creative Partner, Clint Nagata’s passion for travel, hospitality and design is the inspiration behind BLINK Design Group’s philosophy. Born and raised in the Hawaiian island of Oahu in a Japanese American family, Clint’s enthusiasm and appreciation of design shaped his early years and are now intrinsic to who he is. He has spent a lifetime imagining concepts, delivering considered spaces, and welcoming guests to some of the world’s most desirable destinations. Clint relocated to Thailand seventeen years ago to pursue his mission in creating something stronger than an individual thought, which has become the premise of BLINK.
Clint Nagata spent thirteen years of his career at WATG in Honolulu, Hawaii and left as their youngest partner before establishing BLINK in 2006. His fascination towards Asian Culture and design attracted him to open the first studio in Thailand. BLINK has since expanded its presence globally with studios in Shanghai, Singapore and Dubai.
A rising star in the global design stage since its inception, BLINK is a collective of bold thinkers with an open-minded approach that provides the opportunity to explore creative ideas with restless enthusiasm. Clint’s constant exploration and enjoyment of the world and its diverse cultures and landscapes have shaped BLINK’s culture and attracted and retained some of the best talent in the industry.
In 2017, BLINK acquired the Jaya Interior Design Business (JID), following the founder, Jaya Ibrahim’s, passing in 2015. His admiration of Jaya’s contribution to the Asian design vernacular, the similarity of approach to design and their appreciation for timeless and elegant design are the reasons behind Clint’s wish to preserve Jaya’s legacy and ensure the continuation of his design philosophy.
Clint sets the overall strategic direction for the studios and he oversees each project from conception through the completion phase. Calm, approachable, and thoughtful, his character traits are now evident in every interaction and element of life at BLINK.
