I Confess… My Silent Client Took All The Credit

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner sits down with Zoë Feldman, founder and principal designer of Zoë Feldman Design, a Washington, D.C. based interior design firm celebrated for its sophisticated, sustainable, and personality-driven spaces. Zoë opens up about her path from working under Alexa Hampton to building her own nationally recognized firm, how she balances bold design with timeless appeal, and why vulnerability has been a secret ingredient to her success. Together, Caroline and Zoë explore the emotional side of design, from managing client expectations to creating spaces that truly reflect the people who live in them.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner01:10: Zoë’s background and industry journey21:42: Zoë’s vice23:06: Confession #1 - Non-responsive client takes all the credit34:58: Confession #2 - AI client references48:23: Question #1 - What was a decision you agonized over that made a huge difference?52:29: Question #2 - Hearing more on the Give Back Program/Initiative. How were you inspired to do that and how does it work?56:33: Question #3 - How do you balance your partnership and media opportunities with the time you devote to your firm? 58:07: What made Zoë feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Stay inspired! Follow Zoë for bold and beautiful design inspiration:Instagram: @zoefeldmandesignWebsite: zoefeldmandesign.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography