OUR MISSION
Helen Lee Studio was born at the intersection of East and West—where cross-cultural insight meets exacting craftsmanship.
Founder Helen Lee, drawing on over a decade of collaboration with more than 4,000 international designers and architects, recognized a critical gap in the industry: visionary design often falters without seamless, reliable execution.
This realization gave rise to a studio that does more than design beautiful spaces and objects. We ensure that every creative ambition, no matter how complex, is realized with precision, integrity, and a deep respect for cultural nuance. At our core, we don't just create—we connect, curate, and bring to life.
Our dual presence in Paris and Shenzhen offers a unique advantage for our clients, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration. With a designer based in Paris, we bridge cultural and market nuances, aligning closely with European luxury standards and fostering strong client relationships.
Meanwhile, our Shenzhen headquarters specializes in efficient design and development workflows, leveraging local expertise and resources to deliver exceptional quality and precision. This structure allows us to provide tailored services that combine creative vision with technical excellence, meeting the unique needs of our clients with ease and sophistication.
BESPOKE SERVICE
EXPERIENCED DEVELOPMENT
EXPERIENCED DEVELOPMENT
We base our services on the design thinking process to provide tailored design solutions that match project requirements. We always think about what’s the right fit for your brand and how differentiation will be key to stand out from the crowd.
EXPERIENCED DEVELOPMENT
EXPERIENCED DEVELOPMENT
EXPERIENCED DEVELOPMENT
With 20 years cumulated in product design, development, and international procurement, we are fully confident in our ability to successfully deliver project expectations for your brand, whether in hospitality or luxury retail.
PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS
EXPERIENCED DEVELOPMENT
PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS
At HLS, we consider not just the design aspect but also the overall process — including manufacturing and shipping — to ensure controlled quality from start to finish, meeting customer requirements within the optimum timeline.
DESIGN EXPERTISE
DIRECT COMMUNICATION
PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS
With our strong design background, we can provide valuable insights and clever solutions that enhance your project. We offer a higher level of creativity and design refinement compared to direct manufacturers.
QUALITY STANDARD
DIRECT COMMUNICATION
DIRECT COMMUNICATION
We have a cross-cultural team familiar with international design aesthetics, quality standards, and cultural nuances. This understanding leads to products that better align with client tastes and expectations.
DIRECT COMMUNICATION
DIRECT COMMUNICATION
DIRECT COMMUNICATION
Working with our studio means transparency, leading to better understanding and execution of the client's vision. This reduces the risk of miscommunication that can occur with larger companies.
THE FACES BEHIND IT ALL
Helen Lee (Jiaxin Li)
Helen Lee (Jiaxin Li)
Helen Lee (Jiaxin Li)
Founder & Managing Director - China
Helen’s professional journey began with over 12 years of work across international trade/sourcing and the design/architecture publishing media industry.
During that time, she collaborated closely with more than 4,000 architects and interior designers from around the world, gaining a profound cross-cultur
Founder & Managing Director - China
Helen’s professional journey began with over 12 years of work across international trade/sourcing and the design/architecture publishing media industry.
During that time, she collaborated closely with more than 4,000 architects and interior designers from around the world, gaining a profound cross-cultural understanding that would later shape her own studio.
Today, she applies this hard-earned insight to each project, merging technical mastery with tailor-made solutions to deliver results that are both impactful and deeply aligned with client aspirations.
Fabien Dupont
Helen Lee (Jiaxin Li)
Helen Lee (Jiaxin Li)
Head of Design - China
Fabien is a French product designer whose career spans more than ten years in luxury goods, merchandising, and consumer product design.
He graduated from ENSAAMA Olivier de Serres with a Master’s in design strategy, during which he had the opportunity to collaborate with iconic names like Hermès and Yves Delorme.
Dri
Head of Design - China
Fabien is a French product designer whose career spans more than ten years in luxury goods, merchandising, and consumer product design.
He graduated from ENSAAMA Olivier de Serres with a Master’s in design strategy, during which he had the opportunity to collaborate with iconic names like Hermès and Yves Delorme.
Driven by a deep respect for fine craftsmanship, he has since worked with leading luxury brands worldwide. What sets him apart is his intimate understanding of both Chinese manufacturing capabilities and Western client expectations—a combination that allows him to turn abstract visions into tangible, feasible outcomes from sketch to final delivery.