Pat Valentine Ziv, ASID, CID

Company: PVZ Design, LLC
1389 Outlook Dr
Mountainside, NJ 07092-1412 map
Phone: (201) 233-4636
Email: pat@pvzdesign.com
Website: www.pvzdesign.com

Designer Profile

I look to esthetically keep up with technology and the speed of life while giving you the serenity and clarity to live and do what matters to you!

My inspiration is in the solutions that allow you to enjoy your homes and work places in this constantly changing world.

Having spent a few years living in Seattle, Washington recently I was enriched by the highly sophisticated green movement there providing me another layer of inspiration: sustainable design with sensibility to the environment and our grandchildren's world. This enhances my continuing interest in Universal design and Aging in Place.

Born in Paris, educated as an architect and having worked for architects, an Interior Designer, a construction company and an office dealership, I bring a worldly and well rounded background to my design firm.

I pride myself on a holistic approach to a project with and achieving a practical approach to its management.


Services Offered

Northern and Central New Jersey
Westchester
Jersey Shore condos and homes
Condos and apartments in New York, New Jersey and Florida
Medical Offices and Healthcare in New York, New Jersey and Florida
Vacation Homes

Concept to Completion/ Turnkey Interior Design Service
Aging in Place and Universal Design Consultation
Furniture and Cabinetry Design
Feasibility Study prior to procuring space
New Construction or Renovation Consultation/ Assistance

Awards & Publications

2002 2nd in Matsco/Dental Economics Solo Office of the Year
2000 ASID Silver Award for Healthcare:
Zalmen A. Arlin Cancer Institute, Hawthorne, NY
1999 Bath of the Year by the national trade magazine, KBB (Kitchen & Bath Business)

Master Bath Suite in Mahopac, NY. 
Various  materials working together - mosaics, metal tile accents, marble and curved etched glass shower and toilet enclosures. The lake and natural light beckons and so elliptical mirrors were installed at the window mullions. The floating vanity and layers of lighting give the room its spacious feel.
Peter Rymwid Photography
Master Bath Suite of many materials working together - mosaics, metal tile accents, marble and curved etched glass shower and toilet enclosures. The lake and natural light beckons and so elliptical mirrors were installed at the window mullions. The floating vanity and layers of lighting give the room its spacious feel.
Peter Rymwid Photography
A multi-function Family Room was requested to compliment the existing contemporary structure with stone fireplace. Entertainment with easy access to the beautifully landscaped backyard as well as gaming and a hidden workspace and much storage were added to our program.
The twin upholstered window seats have custom triangular cushions with fabric designed with the client and her love of color. They sit above large storage drawers that match the cabinetry and bar.
Wrap around bespoke cabinetry with accent lights display objects from the client's travels. The cabinetry is a dark stained maple with a contrasting white acylic tops giving an oriental flavor to the room.
Antiquity from client's travels fits beautifully in the contemporary room.
A secret work space hides within the cabinetry that opens with an articulating lift-up arm to support a laptop allowing for ergonomic postioning. A weightless ghost chair is taken from the adjacent game/ dining table.
This lakeside home was expanded to receive an ever growing family. The Great Room has a retracting screen for movie and game watching with motorized window screening for light control. The space was opened up and a main stairway was added to accesss the new second floor. It was then visually divided with custom two-toned cabinetry with abundant storage for dining pieces as well as for additional chairs!  Accent lighting highlights the client's glass art collection throughout the home. 
Photography by Peter Rymwid Photography
The client's Glass Art Collection is the star of this space alongside the magnificent lake view.
Peter Rymwid Photography
The Master Bedroom also highlights the glass collection with custom designed night stands that light the Glass Art from below with counter and storage space below that.
Peter Rymwid Photography
Glass Art and the lake view are the focus of the large comfortable seating area.  Rug was custom designed.
Peter Rymwid Photography
The Master Bedroom also boasts a Work Space with a comlimentary side board of zebra wood that houses files and a printer.  The small desk was refinished to match and came from the client's previous home.
TV was surrounded with matching frame. 
Peter Rymwid Photography
I love designing rugs and watching their production and then presenting the client with a unique creation. It is an opportunity to create together if the client is so inclined.
Lake View Home Office addition of mahogany fulfills the client's request for a large work space with a comfortable locale to watch his week-end alumni games on TV - all while enjoying the lake and its beauty.
Peter Rymwid Photography
Library/ Home Office for work and homework. Trays come out of the storage cabinets and accomodate homework at the window seats. Layered lighting throughout allow for various functions for the family.
Lake View Kitchen with curved Gathering Room welcomes the family and guests.  The curved room was previously a curved porch which we enclosed and incorporated into the space. Kitchen materials include maple cabinetry, stainless and stone counters and glass backsplashes.
Peter Rymwid Photography
Curved Multi-Material Kitchen was actually a large galley space.  The wide curve accentuates the main workspace that overlooks a beautiful garden with birds flocking the bird feeders. The picture window is surrounded by martini and olive inspired mosaics. Other materials include etched glass, concrete, natural maple, aubergine stained maple, syainless on counters, backsplash and some appliances. The wood floors continue throughout the home and into the kitchen.  A pull-out drawer accomodates the toaster.
Multi-Material Kitchen cabinetry also houses  a serving trolley (below right)that can be wheeled into the dining room.
Executive Conference Room in Brooklyn, NY gives the heat treating corporation a more sophisticated space to meet and make presentations.
NYC Dental Office  of acrylic counters over bamboo cabinetry give a zen-like comforting reception to New York patients coming in from the busy streets.
NYC Dental Office's small reception area is spatially enlarged by the transperency of the acrylic and the layering of recessed lighting and sconces.
Color and cheerfullness continues into the Treatment Area - computers continue their presence at each station.
Cheerful and colorful Orthodontist Wait Space receives its' patients with whimsy and fun.  The curved seats are playful and thought was given to the tween/ teens for homework at the rear counter. Kids check themselves in at a computer at the front desk.
Individualized Treatment Areas.  The rear window wall is covered in a dry erase vinyl wallcovering which allows patients to leave their mark and for the staff to change messages with the seasons.
Orthopaedic Office Wait Space in Westchester, NY
receives patients into this soothing space with blues and aquas.
This Very Small Doctor's Consultation Room was custom designed and applied to all 8 of the doctors' offices.  Each room was personalized with a choice of wood finish, hardware and upholstery selection.
Master Bathroom in Marlboro, NJ.  Double Concrete sinks and storage towers complete with electrical within and on its side. Central drawers service both.
Master Bath in Marlboro NJ. Large shower enclosure with storage niches, body sprays and an ample seat allow for views of landscaped private yard.
Master Bath in Marlboro NJ. Large shower enclosure with storage niches, body sprays and an ample seat allow for views of landscaped private yard.
Master Bath in Marlboro, NJ.  Side view of concrete sinks, storage towers of zebrawood,
lighting, faucet and tile details.
Medical Office in Belleville, NJ.  View from check-out accentuates patient traffic flow. Hospitality cabinetry beyond along with additional wait space behind vertical translucent panels.
Medical Office in Belleville, NJ.  View of main reception area.
Medical Office in Belleville, NJ.  Main reception with view of check-out area. Laminate counters allow for maintenace free transaction surfaces.  Height variations accomodate ADA requirements.
Medical Office in Belleville, NJ.  Spacious wait space enhanced by natural light, multi colored elegant seating, a hospitality station and a children's play space.
Medical Office / new construction in Belleville, NJ
Layered lighting adds to the calming effect of translucent panels and two separate and comfortable seating areas.
Master Bath in Mountainside, NJ.
Custom walnut cabinet detail incorporating contemporary self contained china sink.
Master Bath in Mountainside, NJ.
Interior detail shot of custom cabinet. Waste basket is incorporate into under sink cabinet along with tall storage items.
Neurosurgery Suite in Westchester, NY.
Reception and wait space mix deep earth browns with technical greys along with the bright white contrasts to give a new sophisticated outlook on Medical offices.
Neurosurgery Suite in Westchester, NY. Layered lighting adds interest and fold down coat hangers add to the uncluttered modern look.
Neurosurgery Suite in Westchester, NY.
White acrylic sconces and white corian multi-height reception counters accomodate the ADA requirements.
Neurosurgery Suite in Westchester, NY.
A windowless staff room gets a welcome window and comfy booth like seating.
Corporate Office, Hunts Point, NY
Strong color theme and efficient layout envigorates new space in an old warehouse-like building.
Corporate Office in Bronx, NY.
Executive office houses mirror image walnut desks for partners.
Corporate office in the Bronx, NY.
Uncluttered workstations with visual levels of privacy allow for quiet work as well as interaction among the staff.
Corporate office in Hunts Point, NY.
Crisp white Staff lunch area continues office theme with red lacquer kitchen cabinets.