Today we’d like to introduce you to Maya Cytron Glazer.
Hi Maya, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I’ve always been passionate about design and creativity, but my journey into interior design happened quite unexpectedly.
I started my career as a footwear designer and had my own shoe brand. When my family and I moved to the United States about 13 years ago, my original plan was to continue my footwear business here. However, starting a business in a new country came with its own challenges, and I soon realized it would require a much bigger investment than I had anticipated.
Around that time, friends started asking me to help them decorate and design their homes. It was something I genuinely enjoyed, but I never imagined it would turn into a career. One project led to another, and what started almost by accident gradually became my new professional path.
What drew me to interior design was the opportunity to combine creativity with problem-solving and personal connections. I discovered how much I loved understanding how people live and creating spaces that are not only beautiful but also functional and personal.
About five years ago, we moved to Austin, where I’ve continued to grow my interior design business. Today, I work on a wide range of residential projects, from furnishing and styling individual rooms to complete home renovations.
I believe my background in footwear design has influenced the way I approach interiors. My love for materials, textures, colors, and details has always been there, only the scale of what I design has changed.
Looking back, I never planned this career, but sometimes the best opportunities are the ones you don’t see coming.
And for me, the most rewarding part isn’t just seeing a finished project. It’s knowing that years later, my clients still love the homes we created together.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
wouldn’t say it was always a smooth road, but I think that’s true of most journeys worth taking.
One of my biggest challenges was starting over professionally in a new country. I had already built a career in footwear design, and suddenly I found myself in a completely different environment, trying to figure out my next steps.
As interior design gradually became my new career, I entered a field without formal training. However, I brought with me years of design experience, a strong understanding of three-dimensional design, and a natural sense of style and aesthetics. While I had a solid creative foundation, there was still a lot to learn about the technical and practical aspects of interior design.
I learned through hands-on experience, research, asking questions, and working through real challenges on actual projects. Each project taught me something new and helped me grow creatively and professionally.
Building my own business was another learning experience. Beyond the creative side, I had to figure out how to find clients, build trust, manage projects, and run a business.
Looking back, I think those challenges shaped the designer I am today. They taught me to be resourceful, trust my instincts, and never stop learning. Even after years of experience, I still believe there’s always something new to discover.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Maya Glazer Interior Design is a residential interior design studio based in Austin, Texas. I work on a wide range of projects, from furnishing and styling individual rooms to complete home renovations, including kitchens, bathrooms, living spaces, and primary suites.
What I love most about my work is that no two projects are alike. Every home, every family, and every lifestyle is different, and I believe good design should reflect that.
My process always begins with getting to know my clients, understanding how they live, what they love, what works for them, and what doesn’t. I don’t believe in imposing a particular style on a home. Instead, I work closely with my clients to create spaces that feel personal, functional, and beautiful.
One thing that sets my approach apart is that I’m very involved in every detail of the process. I believe in being honest with my clients, even when that means suggesting something different from what they initially had in mind. My job is to guide them, help them avoid costly mistakes, and make sure every decision contributes to the best possible result. At the same time, I always respect that it’s their home, and the final decisions are theirs.
I also use 3D renderings to help my clients visualize the design before making major decisions or purchases. It gives them a clearer picture of how everything will come together and helps them feel more confident throughout the process.
I believe that great design doesn’t necessarily mean spending the most money. It’s about knowing where to invest, where to save, and how to bring everything together in a way that feels cohesive and thoughtful.
What I’m most proud of is the relationships I build with my clients and the trust they place in me. Many of my projects begin with a conversation about a room that isn’t working and turn into something much more meaningful, a home that truly reflects the people living in it.
Ultimately, my goal is simple: to create homes that people don’t just love when the project is finished, but continue to love living in for years to come.
Do you have any advice for those looking to network or find a mentor?
I never really had a formal mentor. I learned mostly through experience, asking questions, doing my own research, and learning from the professionals I worked with along the way.
But if there’s one person who truly encouraged me, it was my husband. He believed in my abilities and pushed me to take my passion for interior design seriously, even before I saw it as a possible career myself.
As for networking, my business grew very naturally through personal connections and word of mouth. It started with friends who trusted me with their homes, and over time, happy clients began recommending me to others.
I’ve always believed that genuine relationships are far more valuable than simply making connections for business purposes. When you care about the people you work with, do your best, and build trust, opportunities often follow.
My advice would be to stay curious, ask questions, learn from the people around you, and not be afraid to put yourself out there. And sometimes, the person who helps you move forward isn’t a professional mentor, but simply someone who believes in you before you fully believe in yourself.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.mayaglazer.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maya.glazer/
Image Credits
Tal Harel-Gazit
