About Us
At Tulipina, we transcend the ordinary and redefine the essence of luxury floral design. Through breathtaking and uniquely curated floral arrangements, we craft enchanting experiences that leave lasting impressions. Our founder and visionary, Kiana Underwood, infuses her passion for artistry and nature into every creation. With a keen eye for detail and a profound appreciation for beauty, Kiana elevates floral design to unparalleled sophistication and elegance. We understand that every event is a reflection of personal style and vision. Inspired by the allure of nature and the vibrancy of colors, we create each arrangement to tell a unique story, reflecting our clients’ individuality and ambiance. We collaborate closely with our clients, offering personalized consultations and bespoke designs that bring their dreams to life. Our commitment to innovation and creativity has garnered international acclaim, with our work featured in prestigious publications and sought-after venues worldwide. From New York to Paris, Dubai to Tokyo, Tulipina continues to inspire and delight audiences with its unparalleled artistry. Discover the artistry of Tulipina and elevate your next event to extraordinary heights.
Photography: Umberto Armiraglio
Meet Kiana and Nate
The Tulipina Team
Kiana Underwood – Founder and Creative Director
Kiana is the celebrated floral artist at the creative helm of Tulipina. Her unique color combinations and floral varieties draw discerning wedding clientele from worldwide and floral designers to her sold-out workshops in exotic locations, including Canada, Chile, China, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Russia, Ukraine, and Singapore.
Her debut book, Color Me Floral (Chronicle Books, March 2018), covers the secrets to designing show-stopping monochromatic arrangements for each season. Her second book, Tulipina’s Floral Fantasy (Chronicle Books, December 2023), is an interview-style reflection on Kiana’s creative journey alongside hundreds of images of her favorite creations.
Nathan Underwood – Co-founder and CEO
Nate is the operational and business mind behind the scenes, managing all event production, global logistics, business development, technology, and finance.
Formerly a technology executive with global companies, including Sony, Nate brings 20+ years of entrepreneurial thinking and executive management experience to the business. He is also the principal photographer behind many of Tulipina’s iconic images, including all photography for Color Me Floral and Tulipina’s Floral Fantasy.
Kiana and Nate live in Como, Italy, and the beautiful Catskills area of New York. They have three children, two dogs, a cat, and a snapping turtle.
Interview With Kiana
How did you get into flowers? Did you grow up gardening?
KU: I grew up around flowers all my life. My grandfather had a beautiful garden where I spent much time as a little girl, and my mother always had fresh flowers in our house. This environment really kindled my love for flowers, and it definitely formed the basis for how I design today.
Did you have a gateway flower? For example, a flower you completely fell in love with that led to a larger love of flowers, or a flower you tend to zoom in on whenever it’s in season?
KU: My mother, who loves aromatic flowers such as tuberose, hyacinth, and narcissus, instilled in me a love for flowers from a very early age. So, no “one” flower drew me into floral design; however, the flower I “zoom in on” is always gardenia.
How do you keep your creative drive going?
KU: A beautiful or unusual colored flower or an interesting botanical specimen is what drives my creativity. I want to take it and see what I can do with it!
How would you describe your style? How has it evolved over time?
KU: I would describe my designs as lush, artful, abundant, and organic. I think that my style has become increasingly free-flowing over time, and my use of color and texture in arrangements is what wins people’s admiration. Something about what I do changes with every season. Art is a constant evolution.
What are your other floral design influences?
KU: Music and art are what influence my work.
If you could travel to any one destination, floral-wise, where would you go?
KU: If I could travel for flowers, it would always be the Netherlands in spring.
Favorite drink?
KU: Old Fashioned