Profile
award winning
design

Helene Ziman & Associates, a 20-year-old interior design
firm headquartered in San Diego, is recognized as one of
the leading interior design firms in Southern California.  
The firm’s work is regularly profiled in national and
regional design publications. The July 2007 issue of
Architectural Digest demonstrates her appreciation of
architectural details and enhances her reputation for
unique custom interiors.  

Principal Helene Ziman combines an artist’s flair for design
with a craftsman’s attention-to-detail and meticulous
follow-through.  Her firm offers complete residential
design services, including innovative space plans, dynamic
lighting, creative furniture design, and the integration of
state-of-the-art technology.  She regularly works with
architects at the initial concept stage.

Her diverse portfolio speaks for itself. The firm’s
innovative flair is apparent in both high-end residential and
commercial projects, which always reflect Helene’s innate
and fine-tuned sense of style, balance and visual drama.  
Not-so-apparent are the underpinnings:  Helene’s
steadfast commitment to her clients’ tastes, lifestyle
demands and budgetary goals.  

A native of San Diego, she is a graduate of the University
of California at Los Angeles with a Master’s of Art History
degree from the University at Southern California.
Helene’s educational background -- coupled with her
expertise in the areas of lighting, space planning, selecting
finish materials, designing custom furniture and cabinetry –
combine to produce award-winning projects that share a
timeless aesthetic.

Over the years, Helene Ziman has received numerous
Awards of Excellence from ASID for both residential and
commercial design projects. Her work has been recognized
and published in numerous publications, including:

  • Architectural Digest (June 2007)
  • Better Homes & Gardens
  • Decor Magazine
  • San Diego Magazine
  • SD Home/Garden Lifestyles