Trini-Maria Katakwe (TMK) is a British-Nigerian-Zambian Scenographer and Visual Artist from North London. She combines her skills in scenography, architecture, illustration, and graphic design to create immersive environments that shape audience experiences. Currently based at Somerset House Exchange, designing across the arts, performance, and cultural industries.
TMK's design practice centers on the theme of Fragmentation, celebrating complex identities while addressing societal divisions. The organic blend of mark-making from her African heritage and architectural influences serves as a tribute to our evolving identities. TMK is developing her practice to create public arts that promotes immersion and collaboration. She is dedicated to developing community projects that enhance the accessibility and inclusivity of streetscapes.
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Upon obtaining a BA (Hons) in Architecture from the University of Portsmouth in 2017, sparked her interest in how spatial design influences our perception of experiences. Following her professional experience in architecture, she then transitioned into set and experiential design, corporately working on various projects within staging, events and activations. In 2022, she completed her MA in Scenography at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, gaining valuable insight into the fundamentals of opera and theatre design.
In 2022, she was part of the 'Originals Creator Network' programme by Adidas London and GUAP Magazine, supporting 20 emerging creatives through mentoring, workshops and projects.
​​In February 2025, she was selected as a Place Champion for Revealing Southbury, a project with Enfield Council to enhance Southbury Road through public art. They co-created two community murals with a local artist and mural agency, involving schools and residents. They worked on community engagement and place shaping, exploring Southbury’s identity and heritage through accessible, meaningful art.
TMK has had collaborations, clientele and support from Adidas, Enfield Council, Es Devlin Studio, Ezra Collective, Chicago Architecture Biennale, Limbo Accra, Saatchi Gallery and Somerset House.
CV:
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2025(MAR) - PRESENT
Place Champion - Public Arts:
Enfield Council
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2025(MAR)
Guest Lecturer
BA Design Management:
UAL London College of Communication
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2024(OCT) - PRESENT
Enfield Cultural Partner:
Enfield Council
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2024(JUL) - PRESENT
Somerset House Exchange Resident
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2019(SEPT) - PRESENT
Scenographer and Visual Artist: TMK
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2022 - 2023
Originals Creator Network in partnership with Adidas London and GUAP Magazine
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2021 - 2022 (OCT-SEPT)
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama:
MA Scenography
- Graduated with a Distinction
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2018 - 2020 (DEC-SEPT)
Set + Event Designer: Broadsword Event House
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2017 - 2018 (DEC-JUN)
Architectural Assistant:
DOS Architects
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2014 - 2017 (SEPT-JUN)
University of Portsmouth: BA (Hons) Architecture
- Graduated with
First Class Honours
SELECTED CLIENTS , COLLABORATORS & SUPPORT:
Adidas, Chicago Architecture Biennale, Chicago, Cultural Center, Christian Aid, Enfield Council, Es Devlin Studio, Ezra Collective, GUAP Magazine, HSBC, ITV, Limbo Accra, RULA, Saatchi Gallery, Somerset House, The North Face, UAL
SERVICES:
Scenography: Experiential, Spatial, Production, Theatre, Exhibition and Set Design
Architectural Design
Brand Activation
Concept/ Mock-up Designs
2D & 3D CAD Drawings
3D Visualisation
Visual and Brand Identity
AR Filters (Spatial Experiences)
Graphic Design
Illustration
'by grace I create'