A cozy scene featuring a white cushioned chair with a matching pillow, a tray with apples, a newspaper, and a cup of tea on a light-colored textured surface. The overlay text reads "Designed for the Life You Want to Live" and at the bottom, "California Soul. Swiss Precision.".
A cozy scene featuring a white cushioned chair with a matching pillow, a tray with apples, a newspaper, and a cup of tea on a light-colored textured surface. The overlay text reads "Designed for the Life You Want to Live" and at the bottom, "California Soul. Swiss Precision.".
living room design project in Kilchberg, outside Zurich.
bedroom design project with Maison Barbara in Zurich and beyond.

Swiss Roots.

California Perspective.

INTERIOR DESIGN FOR EXPATS IN ZURICH Thoughtfully designed for Zurich and beyond.

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A dining table setting with beige napkin on cream-colored ceramic plates, silver fork, knife, and spoon with cream-colored handles, a brown drink in a transparent glass, and a beige tablecloth.

Helping expats, international families, and professionals feel at home from day one.

With 20 years of design experience in California and roots in Zurich, MB understands both worlds. Whether you’re relocating to Switzerland or refreshing your current home, our studio makes the process effortless from the first consultation to the final styling touches.

Why clients

choose our studio:

Two women smiling and talking in a cozy living room in Thalwil with a large window showing a lake and mountains in the background, pink tulips on the table, and a framed beach picture on the wall.
A scenic view of the ocean at sunset with waves crashing on the shore and yellow flowers in the foreground.
Set of seven wooden and ceramic mushroom-shaped objects in black, white, beige, and brown, arranged on a white surface with a plain white wall background. Available in Oberrieden at Maison Barbara Studio.
Woman organizing fabric and wallpaper samples on a table near a window with a view of trees and water. Design studio based in Oberrieden serving the lake of Zurich, such as Herrliberg, Küsnacht, Rüschlikon, and Zug.

Curated with Intention

We source timeless furniture, lighting, and finishes from trusted brands, balancing aesthetics, quality, and investment value.

Tailored to You

Every project begins by understanding your lifestyle, routines, and vision. Creating a home that feels deeply personal, not simply beautiful.

California Perspective. Swiss Precision.

A unique blend of warm California living and refined Swiss attention to detail creates interiors that feel relaxed, sophisticated, and effortlessly livable.

Transparent Collaboration

You’ll always know what’s happening. Clear communication, thoughtful guidance, and shared decisions make the process enjoyable and stress-free.

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Why I Understand the Relocation Journey

A white swan swimming in calm water with a foggy sky in the background. Home design for expats along the lake of Zurich.

Moving to a new country is about much more than furnishing a home.

As someone who has relocated between Switzerland and California several times, I understand the excitement, uncertainty, and countless decisions that come with starting a new chapter.‍ ‍

Because I grew up in Zurich and spent more than 20 years in California, I offer both local knowledge and an international perspective.

My clients often rely on me not only for design guidance, but also for practical insights that help them settle into life along Lake Zurich with confidence.

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