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Acting as editor and stylist, Zender
helped the family sort through their
furnishings and keep the family’s
favorites. “Instead of suggesting we
buy new art and accessories, she gave
us the confidence to hang the art we
already had in unexpected ways that
look fantastic! It made us love our
stuff all over again, and we have a
new appreciation for pieces we would
have gotten rid of or sold,” says Sarah
Finnane.
Finnane is delighted with the results.
“She (Zender) was able to take my ideas
– and countless Pinterest boards – and
elevate them into a cohesive design that
looks professionally done, but casual
and comfortable. Just perfect!”
Zender describes her collaborative style
as more guide than guru. “There is
never just one ‘right’ wallpaper, fabric,
or tile,” she says. “A good designer will
learn what the client’s style is, narrow
down appropriate choices, and lead
them to good sources quickly, saving
them both time and money.”
TOP | A dark green accent wall anchors
the Palm Springs-inspired master bedroom.
Curtain fabric:
BOTTOM | In the newly-added master suite,
black mirror was applied to the front of the
tub to subtly reflect the patterned floor tile.
Wall tile: Virginia Tile, Suite 100.
OPPOSITE PAGE | The dark fern wallpaper in
the hall is a dramatic counter to the light-filled
family room beyond. Wallcovering: Kravet ,
Suite 105.