Meet the Team
Meet the creative minds behind Polygon Studio. Our diverse skills and uncompromised commitment to excellence will bring your interior dreams to life.
Jeannie Wu, RID, IIDA
FOUNDING PARTNER
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For Jeannie Wu, design is where art meets science, where logic and creativity dance together in perfect harmony. Her journey began as a classical ballet major, where she found beauty in the graceful movement of bodies, strength in the structure of form, and a sense of empowerment in the creation of something greater than the sum of its parts. Growing up in Houston, her love for physics and math felt natural - they weren’t just subjects, they were languages she could speak fluently. Physics brought her logic, math gave her structure, and together they offered countless pathways to solutions. When she discovered interior design at The University of Texas at Austin, everything clicked - the same principles of movement, form, and precision applied to space itself.
With an unwavering commitment to authenticity, Jeannie built an 18-year career at Gensler, where her passion for design flourished. As an award-winning Design Director and an empathy-driven Studio Director, she has led with purpose and heart. Her leadership roles as a Global Energy Practice Area Leader, Inclusive Design Champion, and Regional Purpose Synergy Leader reflect her deep dedication to both her craft and the people she designs for. Over her career, Jeannie has influenced over 5 million square feet of interior space, all driven by a single vision: to create designs that resonate with both the eye and soul.
Beyond her professional achievements, Jeannie is deeply connected to her community. Whether she’s chairing music festivals or supporting local non-profits, she remains committed to using her talents to uplift diverse and local organizations. For Jeannie, design isn’t just a profession - it’s a way to give back and make meaningful connections.
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Giancarlo Salonga
PARTNER | DIRECTOR OF CREATIVE STRATEGY
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Giancarlo Salonga’s love for design began in the most personal of places—his grandmother’s home in Manila. As a child, he would spend hours rearranging furniture, adjusting small details until the room simply “felt right.” It wasn’t just about the way things looked; it was the feeling of balance, the way a space could bring a sense of calm and comfort. That subtle magic, the alchemy of design, captured his imagination long before he knew the terms to describe it.
He later found the language for that magic at The University of Houston, where he pursued interior design. It wasn't the technical subjects that sparked his passion, but rather the stories behind the art and the deeper meaning within the design that truly resonated with him. Surrounded by people who shared his creative spirit, Giancarlo’s curiosity and love for design only deepened. What started in his grandmother’s living room evolved into a lifelong commitment to creating spaces that not only look beautiful but feel like home for everyone who enters them.
With over 16 years of experience at prominent design firms and a portfolio that spans more than a million square feet, Giancarlo has made it his mission to design spaces that transform lives. Every room he touches is a reflection of the people who will live, work, and create within it—a tribute to the belief that design isn’t just about aesthetics, but about connection.
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