About

“I turn space into the place” – Julija Janus

Artist, designer, exhibition curator, placemaking master, resident of Užupis, and a woman leader.

A graduate of the Vilnius Academy of Arts, Julija has journeyed from being a seamstress assistant at the Vilnius Fashion House to becoming the owner of a business operating in 60 countries. In 2021, she received the Vilnius City Mayor’s Award for her contributions to urban placemaking. She collaborates with brands such as RŪTA, DECOFLUX, RADISSON BLU ASTORIJA, and more.

Julija’s works are remarkable for their scale and diversity. She is the stylist for President Dalia Grybauskaitė; founder of the cultural startup SLAPTA MEILĖ; creator of the Stiklių Street installations that attract tourists; founder of a fashion house; and an advocate for sustainable art. More about Julija’s work in art, sculpture, fashion, and other fields can be found in the portfolio section.

Currently, Julija:

• Creates art and sculpture objects as well as installations for sale and rent;
• Helps choose artworks for your home or workplace;
• Implements other design solutions for interior and exterior spaces;
• Conducts educational lectures, workshops, and curates exhibitions.

She helps spaces gain form and rhythm, turning them into focal points of attention:

“I am the creator of conceptual strategies. Through them, space becomes a system and ultimately an engaging place.

I am a door. I bring people together and inspire them to create cultural, social, visual, and economic change. I design placemaking solutions for the old towns of Northern Europe.

I design clothing, jewelry, footwear, interiors, and furniture. I paint, sculpt, and create art installations.

I offer services in creative placemaking, place branding, signage, and placemaking strategy, as well as lectures and workshops.

I curate the open street art installation gallery ARTerija.

I curate interdisciplinary exhibitions on history, art, and design.”