Sabine Lindner
Senior Interior Decorator | Bespoke Residential Styling & Textile Design
Munich
Professional Summary
Munich-based Senior Interior Decorator with extensive expertise in curated residential interiors, custom soft furnishings, and architectural color concepts. Recognized for integrating traditional Bavarian craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics to deliver refined, functional living environments.
Demonstrated track record of directing luxury projects from conceptual mood boards and textile sourcing to final on-site styling, maintaining strong artisan networks and client collaboration.
Professional Experience
Atelier Vora Raumkonzepte
Munich, Germany
Senior Interior Decorator
Mar 2018 – Present
- Lead the design and decoration of high-end private residences and boutique apartments across Bavaria, directing visual direction from initial layout to finishing accents.
- Curate complete furnishings, fixture, and equipment (FF&E) packages, including custom soft furnishings, vintage lighting, and artisanal wall finishes.
- Partner with regional cabinetmakers, upholsterers, and drapery specialists to manufacture bespoke installations on schedule and within client budgets.
- Present comprehensive design schemes, digital 3D visualizations, and material sample boards to private clients, securing approval on over 40 bespoke interior projects.
Bavaria WohnArt Manufaktur
Munich, Germany
Interior Decorator
May 2012 – Feb 2018
- Developed end-to-end styling schemes for upscale residential properties, historic townhomes, and private vacation chalets.
- Managed procurement and vendor relations across international textile mills and European furniture purveyors.
- Coordinated on-site installations, lighting positioning, and final styling accessories, ensuring rigorous attention to detail and finishes.
Education
Städtische Fachschule für Raumausstattung München
State-Certified Associate Degree (Staatlich geprüfte Raumausstatterin) · Interior Decoration and Furnishing Design · Munich, Germany · 1.4 · Sept 1991 – Jul 1994
Completed vocational studies covering textile sciences, bespoke upholstery craftsmanship, space planning, and architectural color theory.
Selected Projects
Heritage Villa Revitalization
Sept 2024 – Jun 2025
- Directed the comprehensive interior restyling of a 280-square-meter historic residence in Bogenhausen, harmonizing restored stucco moldings with custom modern furnishings.
- Engineered a custom textile and acoustic concept featuring wool felts and natural silks to improve acoustics without compromising architectural integrity.
Lakeside Residence Furnishing & Staging
Feb 2023 – Nov 2023
- Designed an alpine-inspired decor concept for an 8-unit boutique apartment property near Lake Starnberg, utilizing regional stone, loden, and solid timber accents.
- Oversaw procurement of artisanal lighting and tailor-made seating within an allocated furnishings budget of 320,000 euros.
Core Competencies
Bespoke Soft Furnishings
Space Planning & Staging
Textile & Material Sourcing
Architectural Color Schemes
Lighting Design & Selection
Custom Upholstery Detailing
FF&E Specification
Vendor & Artisan Coordination
Mood Board Creation
Project Budgeting & Estimating
Languages
German
C2
English
C1
Italian
B1
Certifications
Certified Master Craftsman in Interior Decoration (Raumausstattermeisterin)
Handwerkskammer für München und Oberbayern · Apr 2016
Certificate in Sustainable Materials and Circular Interiors
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Nachhaltiges Bauen · Nov 2021
Community Involvement
Münchner Kulturerbe Freundeskreis
Munich, Germany · May 2019 – Present
- Volunteer Interior Styling Advisor
- Curate seasonal decor and stage display settings for fundraising gala events and historic preservation awareness initiatives.
- Advise on the care and presentation of period textile collections within community museum spaces.