Meet Maya Brooks

Event Stylist • Celebration Enthusiast • Hauszi’s Queen of Party Magic

Maya Brooks is Hauszi’s go-to expert for everything festive, fabulous, and beautifully styled. From DIY birthday tablescapes to modern wedding decor ideas, Maya brings a spark of joy to every corner of the home — especially when there’s something to celebrate. Her articles blend trend-forward styling with approachable how-tos, helping readers bring their Pinterest dreams to life without the stress or the splurge.

Originally from Austin, Texas, Maya discovered her love for party planning early on. What started as handmade birthday decorations for friends soon turned into a thriving side hustle as a college student organizing bridal showers and themed house parties. She later earned a degree in Visual Communications from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), with a focus on styling, color theory, and spatial design — skills she now brings directly into her writing and styling work.

After graduation, Maya worked for several years as a freelance event stylist and content producer for lifestyle brands across the US. She specialized in pop-up installations, micro weddings, and product styling for social media campaigns. But it wasn’t until she moved abroad that she found a new kind of rhythm. Now based in Berlin, Germany, Maya splits her time between writing for Hauszi, designing small-scale events, and exploring European design markets in search of her next favorite find.

At Hauszi, Maya writes about:

  • Creative birthday themes for kids and adults
  • Affordable wedding decor ideas with big impact
  • Seasonal celebration styling (Easter, Christmas, Summer Garden Parties)
  • DIY backdrops, table settings, and party favors
  • Hosting tips for small spaces and rented homes

Maya’s content stands out for its energetic tone, visual flair, and real-world practicality. She loves combining luxe-looking details with budget-friendly materials — think paper florals, painted thrift-store finds, or digital printables that look like custom design. Her motto? “It doesn’t have to be expensive to be unforgettable.”

Readers love Maya for her positivity, clear instructions, and infectious enthusiasm. She’s the type of writer who makes you believe you really can turn your backyard into a mini wedding venue — and she’ll even show you how to do it using LED candles and mason jars.

When she’s not writing or styling, Maya is usually hosting low-key dinner parties, curating moodboards on her iPad, or sipping espresso in her Berlin kitchen while experimenting with tablescape ideas. She’s a firm believer that even the smallest celebration deserves a moment of beauty — and she’s here to help readers make those moments feel truly special.

Want to collaborate or ask Maya a styling question? Email her at maya@hauszi.net or browse her latest celebration ideas in the Feest & Styling section.