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Pro Spotlight: How to Design a Home That Reflects Who You Are
A New York City-area designer shares 3 tips for creating a home inspired by your lifestyle and experiences
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Who: Satomi Yoshida-Katz of YZDA | Yoshida + Zanon Design Atrium
Where: Short Hills, New Jersey
In her own words: “We curate your spaces to reflect who you are.”
Your home’s interior should be beautiful, but even more importantly, it should be a representation of you and your life. Interior designer Satomi Yoshida-Katz brings her multicultural experiences as well as her collaborative approach to create homes that are functional, comfortable and highly personal to her clients. “I love how talking to homeowners will stimulate ideas,” says the founder and principal interior designer of YZDA | Yoshida + Zanon Design Atrium in Short Hills.
Where: Short Hills, New Jersey
In her own words: “We curate your spaces to reflect who you are.”
Your home’s interior should be beautiful, but even more importantly, it should be a representation of you and your life. Interior designer Satomi Yoshida-Katz brings her multicultural experiences as well as her collaborative approach to create homes that are functional, comfortable and highly personal to her clients. “I love how talking to homeowners will stimulate ideas,” says the founder and principal interior designer of YZDA | Yoshida + Zanon Design Atrium in Short Hills.
Communicating through design. Yoshida-Katz realized the importance of communicating without words when she moved from Japan to the United States while knowing little to no English. Her experiences traveling in Asia and Europe, appreciating the art and architecture of both places, furthered that knowledge. The combination led her to study interior design. “I realized that interior design could communicate who you were and what you experienced without words, so it was perfect,” she says. Yoshida-Katz earned a degree in interior design at Iowa State University and went on to work in various parts of the U.S. She recently opened a satellite office in Tokyo.
Holistic approach. Yoshida-Katz has been interested in all forms of art since childhood, visiting museums and learning calligraphy. She also is a strong proponent of sustainably built environments and focuses on health and quality of life in her designs. “I believe in a biophilic approach,” she says.
Looking for ideas for a beautiful and comfortable space that reflects who you are? Yoshida-Katz has some tips below.
Looking for ideas for a beautiful and comfortable space that reflects who you are? Yoshida-Katz has some tips below.
1. Combine Fun and Function
Design a look that brings you joy — but also functions well for day-to-day living. “It should also have your safety and health in mind, “ Yoshida-Katz says.
The owners of this condo in Sunny Isles Beach in Florida asked Yoshida-Katz to give their second home a contemporary take. She created a clean, open space that capitalized on the ocean views and became a backdrop for their pop art collection. “It’s almost like a museum,” Yoshida-Katz says. She also installed a smart home system, allowing the owners to see what’s happening at the house even when they aren’t there. “A smart home system is key to any second home,“ Yoshida-Katz says.
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Design a look that brings you joy — but also functions well for day-to-day living. “It should also have your safety and health in mind, “ Yoshida-Katz says.
The owners of this condo in Sunny Isles Beach in Florida asked Yoshida-Katz to give their second home a contemporary take. She created a clean, open space that capitalized on the ocean views and became a backdrop for their pop art collection. “It’s almost like a museum,” Yoshida-Katz says. She also installed a smart home system, allowing the owners to see what’s happening at the house even when they aren’t there. “A smart home system is key to any second home,“ Yoshida-Katz says.
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2. Think Globally
Don’t hesitate to incorporate features from different cultures that speak to you. “You should bring in what’s of interest to you,” Yoshida-Katz says.
The owners of this Gull Lake, Michigan, waterfront home asked Yoshida-Katz for a design that fit the location but wasn’t the typical lake home. “They wanted to bring in a touch of Japan,” she says. The overhead beams, which are a combination of Arts and Crafts and traditional Japanese styles, are one of the subtle touches Yoshida-Katz included. They’re also a practical choice. “They’re both decorative and structural,” she says.
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Don’t hesitate to incorporate features from different cultures that speak to you. “You should bring in what’s of interest to you,” Yoshida-Katz says.
The owners of this Gull Lake, Michigan, waterfront home asked Yoshida-Katz for a design that fit the location but wasn’t the typical lake home. “They wanted to bring in a touch of Japan,” she says. The overhead beams, which are a combination of Arts and Crafts and traditional Japanese styles, are one of the subtle touches Yoshida-Katz included. They’re also a practical choice. “They’re both decorative and structural,” she says.
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3. Bring the Outside In
Open up your space with views of your surroundings. “Look for ways to connect with the outside world, even in the city,” Yoshida-Katz says.
She designed this condo in the highest building in Brooklyn Point to take advantage of the dynamic cityscape outside its windows. At the same time, it’s a serene space for the owners to spend time together. Yoshida-Katz started with a neutral palette of grays, whites and blues and added hints of color for interest. A mix of different woods and the stone surrounding the new fireplace are a nod to nature within the city. “I love to play with natural materials,” Yoshida-Katz says.
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More: For more information on Satomi Yoshida-Katz and examples of her work, visit YZDA | Yoshida + Zanon Design Atrium’s Houzz profile.
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
Open up your space with views of your surroundings. “Look for ways to connect with the outside world, even in the city,” Yoshida-Katz says.
She designed this condo in the highest building in Brooklyn Point to take advantage of the dynamic cityscape outside its windows. At the same time, it’s a serene space for the owners to spend time together. Yoshida-Katz started with a neutral palette of grays, whites and blues and added hints of color for interest. A mix of different woods and the stone surrounding the new fireplace are a nod to nature within the city. “I love to play with natural materials,” Yoshida-Katz says.
See more of this project
More: For more information on Satomi Yoshida-Katz and examples of her work, visit YZDA | Yoshida + Zanon Design Atrium’s Houzz profile.
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
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