Welcome to AD ARTE.

Founded by Lavinia Mustapha, Ad Arte is a Seoul-based multidisciplinary creative studio that seamlessly blends cuisine, art and design for the production of bespoke private events and fine dining experiences.

Catering to high profile clients within the art, fashion and luxury industries as well as private individuals, Ad Arte is rooted in the dialogue between craft and innovation. Combining interdisciplinary design with fine dining, the Ad Arte team creates intimate, immersive experiences and exclusive events that blend art, food, and culture, offering clients unforgettable moments of elegance and awe.

Born in Italy and raised in South Africa, Lavinia completed her studies at Politecnico di Milano and the Royal College of Art in London. She lived and worked in London, New York, and Tokyo before settling in Seoul in 2020.

Lavinia’s background in fashion and art, her passion for films, set design and food inspired her to launch Ad Arte in 2021.

Lavinia’s portfolio includes work with notable names such as Loewe, the Park Seo-Bo Foundation, White Cube Gallery, Gentle Monster, and Giopato & Coombes.