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IWONA PETROV Iwona Petrov is co-founder and lead interior designer at yZiGN Interiors, specializing in creating personalized residential interiors infused with global sensitivities. Iwona and team, including co-founder and CEO Alex Petrov, focus on each client’s well-being and the importance of designing spaces that enhance how clients live and work in their homes. The yZIGN aesthetic is rooted in a broad spectrum of experiences and elevated by a spirit of inclusion and warmth that’s informed, yet approachable. She understands that homes are reflections of the owners and an evolution of what inspires them. Iwona believes in a multi-layered, sensory approach; how one feels and reacts to a space when entering is her guide. Through an exploration of color, fabrics, furnishings, textures and materials, Iwona incorporates a wealth of experience into every room. She believes that fashion and personal style inspire interiors as she continues to push the boundaries of interior design. Iwona visualizes and interprets the needs of a diverse
range of clients, while also bringing inspiration from her worldly travels. Read more about Iwona and what inspires her. Tell us about your background: where you were born, grew up and why you went into design? I was born in Poland with a curious heart and a mother who has exceptional taste in fashion and aesthetics. She was the one who taught me about quality and timeless style. From shoes to draperies, everything had to be just right. She first introduced me to design by driving me to the fashion house and allowing me to create my prom dress. Working with the dressmaker and being presented with different textures, patterns, and colors was exciting. My mom guided me into the world of imagination and creation, where ideas become a reality. I felt invincible in that dress. I fell in love with interior design while studying and living in the USA. Photos by Maryland Photography, Inc.
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