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# Design Associates - Lynette Zambon, Carol Merica

Original Houzz profile: [Design Associates - Lynette Zambon, Carol Merica](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/design-associates-lynette-zambon-carol-merica-pfvwus-pf~310470586)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators
- **Location:** Bozeman, MT
- **Serves:** Bozeman, Whitefish, Big Sky, Big Fork, Yellowstone Club
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews)

## About

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- Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
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- 50,000 Ideabook Saves

Diverse and heartfelt, Design Associates work represents many years of collaboration with our family of clients, whom we cherish. We hope you will appreciate their individuality as you view the work we have produced for them in these homes. Our interior designers work has been featured throughout Montana, including The Yellowstone Club, Moonlight Resort, Big Sky, Wyoming, Washington, South Dakota, and many other states in the U.S. 

After working in the field of interior design for a combined period of over 40 years, Lynette Zambon and Carol Merica have the skill, knowledge and ability to create an interior that is right for each individual client. They are known to transform a room with harmony, beauty and a touch of drama.  In every project you will experience a fine tuned layering of furnishings, textiles, lighting, art and antiques.  By incorporating an intuitive understanding of design and composition, along with their client’s dreams and wishes, the result is a home that is warm and inviting in every way imaginable. 

Lynette is a native Montanan, who studied interior design at Montana State University and received her national accreditation with NCIDQ in 2000.  Lynette’s designs are beautifully rendered with a mélange of antiques, fine textiles, and simple detailed lines of upholstery.  Lavishly appointed, her interiors are attractive and livable.   

Carol Merica, also a Montana local and graduate of Montana State University, received her national accreditation with NCIDQ in 1998.  Carols signature design element is to classically create rooms which are infused with warm color palettes of richness and texture.  She accents with contrast and fine embellishment for the finishing touch. 

Design Associates inherent sensibility and respect for the architect’s visions is always emphasized in every detail.   The pair has worked on many projects throughout the West, and nation wide. Wherever the location, their overall approach has always been to create a feeling of relaxed comfort and timelessness. Their work has been published in Western Art & Architecture, Big Sky Journal Home, as well as Cowboys and Indians and a variety of other publications.

### Services Provided

- Interior Design
- Kitchen Design
- Bathroom Design
- Living Room Design
- Bedroom Design
- Furniture Selection
- Kids Bedroom Design
- Dining Room Design
- Custom Furniture
- Universal Design
- Consultations
- Custom Design
- Design Study
- Furniture Layout/Drawings

### Areas Served

- Bozeman
- Whitefish
- Big Sky
- Big Fork
- Yellowstone Club

### Typical Job Cost

$25,000 - 750,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Design Associates - Lynette Zambon, Carol Merica |
| Address | 962 Stoneridge Dr. \#1, Bozeman, Montana 59718, United States |
| Phone | (406) 582-8979 |
| Website | http://dainteriors.com/ |
| Followers on Houzz | 869 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Design-Associates-216872014994095/?fref=ts
- Blog — http://dainteriors.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Design Associates - Lynette Zambon, Carol Merica](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/design-associates-lynette-zambon-carol-merica-pfvwus-pf~310470586)
- **Website:** http://dainteriors.com/
- **Phone:** (406) 582-8979

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- ASID Certified Interior Designers

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews**

### All 5 reviews

**★★★★★ — Kerr's Custom Draperies, Sept. 2014**

> Looking for window treatments?  Head to Design Associates.  They will help you choose fabrics & designs for the perfect draperies, roman shades, valances, and any other type of window coverings you may need.  Experts in the field, they won't let you down!

**★★★★★ — kdmichels, July 2014**

> Design Associates are a very creative Interior Design firm, competent in all aspects of the interior design field.  I have worked with them on numerous projects with a terrific outcome.  They work well with clients and do a very professional job, organized and thorough.  I would highly recommend them to anyone who is in need of interior design services.

**★★★★★ — kellygeiss, June 2014**

> My experience with Design Associates was top notch. I worked primarily with Carol Merica, but knew any questions I may have had Lynette could answer. Each was well acquainted with my project.
> They were willing to work with my budget and were great listeners. Carol may not have always agreed with some of MY choices, but was very respectful of my vision however inexperienced it was.
> I have worked with other designers before and have had very poor experiences. Mostly with buget issues. They did not use the billable hours wisely and were terrific at spending my $ for me. I refer people to Design Associates as often as I can. I always say, "Make sure they are in your budget. Cut something if you must to hire them".

**★★★★★ — margaretkachadurian, June 2014**

> Design Associates owner Lynette Zambon renovated our home in 2000 and we have used their
> design services consistently over the past 14 years.  Their high degree of sophistication and variety
> of options is matched by their customizing to our needs - very impressive effort resulting in excellent results.  When something needs adjustment or more thought, they are so available to us, we find we are designing with them relying on their expertise.  I feel this is key for the client to enjoy the creative design process strongly backed by their expertise.
>
> DA is also responsible about working within a budget, offering alternatives, and finding best values.
> DA's many relationships with local craftsmen and suppliers is exceptional allowing for all kinds of creative, unique furnishings.
>
> DA's fees for services are reasonable, in fact, below big-city fees, and yet in our experience, the results outmatch design firms we've used in Chicago.  Deadlines are met consistently.
>
> We've recommended DA to numerous friends who have reported results as above.

**★★★★★ — User, April 2013**

> Anders Lewendal Construction Inc has been working with Carol Merica many years.  Her taste, expertise, and professionalism is among the best we have ever seen.  We appreciate her can-do attitude and her ability to work with our clients.  We are so happy to have the opportunity to work with Carol Merica of Design Associates.

## Selected projects

- [Lomas Drive - Bozeman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lomas-drive-bozeman-pj-vj~475238)
  - Location: Bozeman, MT
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: Bozeman, MT Architect: Stillwater Architecture LCC Builder: Authentic Inc
- [Timberline - Yellowstone Club](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/timberline-yellowstone-club-pj-vj~475275)
  - Location: Big Sky, MT
  - Photos: 45
  - Description: Yellowstone Club, Big Sky, MT Architect: Locati Architects Builder: Blue Ribbon Builders
- [Valley Garden Ranch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/valley-garden-ranch-pj-vj~1001258)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
- [Quartz Road - Yellowstone Club](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/quartz-road-yellowstone-club-pj-vj~475288)
  - Location: Big Sky, MT
  - Photos: 51
  - Description: Yellowstone CLub, Big Sky, MT Architect: Locati Architects Builder: SBC
- [Highcamp - Big Sky](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/highcamp-big-sky-pj-vj~580106)
  - Location: Big Sky, MT
  - Photos: 14
  - Description: Moonlight, Big Sky, MT Architect: VBSA Builder: OSM
- [Portnell Road - Bozeman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/portnell-road-bozeman-pj-vj~475305)
  - Location: Bozeman, MT
  - Photos: 19
  - Description: Bozeman, MT Architect: LeClair Architects Builder: Bob Harvey
- [Moonlight - Big Sky](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/moonlight-big-sky-pj-vj~580094)
  - Location: Big Sky, MT
  - Photos: 18
  - Description: Big Sky, MT Architect: Reid Smith Architects Builder: Big Sky Build Inc
- [Office Remodel - Bozeman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/office-remodel-bozeman-pj-vj~580116)
  - Location: Bozeman, MT
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: Bozeman, MT
- [Restaurant - Bozeman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/restaurant-bozeman-pj-vj~580115)
  - Location: Bozeman, MT
  - Photos: 6
- [Madera Drive - Scottsdale](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/madera-drive-scottsdale-pj-vj~1850649)
  - Location: Scottsdale, AZ
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Contemporary
- [HR Guest House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hr-guest-house-pj-vj~2890300)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: Gorgeous Guest House done in a transitional mountain style. The interiors are a mix of traditional, with contemporary custom pieces, as well as antiques, surrounded by natural stone, wood timbers, stacked rock, beautiful Venetian plaster walls, and luxurious fabrics and textures.

[See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/design-associates-lynette-zambon-carol-merica-pfvwus-pf~310470586)

## Ideabooks

- [Design Associates Conceptual Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3426845/list/design-associates-conceptual-ideas) — 2228 ideas
- [Reyes Project](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/77303679/list/reyes-project) — 49 ideas
- [Ivanoff](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/66614645/list/ivanoff) — 98 ideas
- [Emery](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/66907741/list/emery) — 28 ideas
- [Miller](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/84850260/list/miller) — 7 ideas
- [zambon's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81447870/list/zambon-s-ideas) — 4 ideas
- [Michala](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/28683272/list/michala) — 8 ideas

[See all 7 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/zambon)

## Community Q&A

**Q: beautiful front entry doors!** *(in Photo Questions)*

Could you share the manufacturer of the front entry doors! Thanks!

A: The doors and windows are by Albertini.  the exterior side is bronze with stained walnut interior.

**Q: Love this! Please tell me the name of the stone** *(in Photo Questions)*

Stone

A: It was purchased from a local stone company, it is called "Chief Joseph"

**Q: What is the basin made out of?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: concrete

**Q: What color are these cabinets? Looking for dark without red, these are perfect!** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: They are mahogany cabinets.

**Q: What is the tub make and model?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Kohler

**Q: Great paint on wall behind bar. what technique or color? and who makes those pendants?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Great paint on wall behind bar. what technique or color? and who makes those pendants?

A: That is a 3 coat custom color plaster.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-22.*