Creating Livable, Beautiful Interiors
We’re Passionate about Interior Design
Common Thread Interiors was founded with the belief that everyone deserves a home that not only looks beautiful but also feels right. Our journey began when our founder, Erin Zierfuss, realized that many professionals struggled to bring their interior design visions to life. With years of experience in the design industry and a passion for creating harmonious spaces, Erin set out to bridge this gap.
Our Mission
At Common Thread Interiors, our mission is to transform your home into a sanctuary that reflects your unique style and meets your everyday needs. We provide personalized design solutions that enhance not only your own personal aesthetic but also the functionality of your space.
Our Services
At Common Thread Interiors, we are committed to helping you create a home that is both beautiful and functional. Our dedication to thoughtful design, American craftsmanship, and exceptional service ensures that you receive the best possible experience. We look forward to working with you to bring your interior design visions to life, creating spaces that you will love and cherish for years to come.
Interior Design
Room Makeovers
Whether you want to refresh a single room or overhaul your entire home, we provide comprehensive design services that transform your space.
Space Planning
We optimize the layout of your rooms to improve flow and functionality, ensuring that each area serves its intended purpose effectively.
Custom Furnishings
Bespoke Furniture
From custom sectionals to leather recliners, we create furniture that fits your space perfectly and reflects your personal style.
Fabric Selection
With over 500+ fabric samples and partnerships with top manufacturers like Sunbrella, Thibaut, and Schumacher, we offer a wide range of high-quality fabrics for your furniture and window treatments.
Custom Upholstery
Give your existing furniture a second life or create something entirely new. Our custom upholstery services blend craftmanship and quality materials to bring your vision to life.
Window Treatments & Blinds
Window Treatments
Elevate your space with custom drapery, valances, and shades tailored to your windows and aesthetic. Our designs combine beauty and functionality, offering privacy, light control, and elegance.
Blinds
Discover a range of stylish and practical blind options to suit your home, from sleek roller blinds to traditional wood designs. We ensure precise measurements and seamless installation.
Lighting Design
Layered Lighting
We design lighting schemes that include ambient, task, and accent lighting to create a balanced and inviting atmosphere.
Style & Function
Our lighting solutions not only enhance the beauty of your home but also provide the functionality you need for different activities and moods.
Our Approach
Tailored Solutions
We believe that each home is unique. Our design solutions are customized to meet the specific tastes, preferences, and lifestyle requirements of our clients.
Collaborative Process
We work closely with you throughout the design process, ensuring that your vision is realized and that you are completely satisfied with the outcome.
Professional Guidance
With a wealth of experience in the design industry, our team offers expert advice and innovative solutions to tackle any design challenge.
Attention to Detail
We focus on the finer details that make a significant difference in the overall look and feel of your home, from the selection of fabrics and finishes to the arrangement of furniture and accessories.
Good, Better, Best.
Good, Better, Best Is the driving force behind the Showroom. We want to showcase as much furniture as we can tastefully fit into our space and inspire you. In the showroom, you’ll be able to see and feel the difference between the three different price points we offer, and we will walk you through what is different on the inside of the furniture and the difference in how the pieces are made.
Meet Erin Zierfuss
Owner & Principal Designer
Erin Zierfuss has deep roots on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, where she lives in Chestertown with her husband, Karl, their three children—Mackie (13), Tills (11), and Bo (9)—and their ever-growing pack of dogs, Peppa, Thatcher, and an expected third addition. A lifelong resident of this charming waterfront town, Erin treasures her family, her community, and the region’s timeless beauty.
Erin’s passion for design blossomed in 2018 when she partnered with her mother, Elaine Bowman, to relaunch Village House in downtown Chestertown. Seeing the need for quality, custom furniture in the area, Erin reimagined the business model, focusing on showcasing larger, high-quality pieces. Today, Erin collaborates with her mother and aunt, Ann Widener—owner of Peake House in Annapolis—to bring fresh design ideas and craftsmanship to clients throughout the region.
At Common Thread Interiors, Erin leads a dedicated team committed to creating harmonious, cohesive spaces. As the owner and principal designer, she spearheads the creative process, guides client communication, and ensures that every vision reflects the CTI standard of excellence. With a focus on personalized service and American craftsmanship, Erin transforms her clients’ homes into beautiful, timeless spaces that reflect their unique styles.
Erin’s story is one of passion, dedication, and balance—combining her love for design, her commitment to her community, and the joy of a fulfilling family life.
Meet Allie Pappas
Lead Designer
Allie Pappas, our lead designer, specializes in material selections, offering expert guidance throughout the design journey.
Allie, originally from Southern Virginia, brings a wealth of experience and passion for interior design to the Common Thread Interiors team. She holds a degree in Interior Design from Meredith College in Raleigh, NC, and has explored every facet of the design world, including architecture, design sales, and project management for interior design firms in Bethesda.
Since 2021, Allie has called the Eastern Shore home, where she enjoys the easy living and beautiful scenery with her family and three dogs. Allie thrives on the design process, whether it’s new construction or renovations, and prioritizes truly listening to clients’ wants and needs to create comfortable, dreamy homes.
We’re thrilled to have Allie on the CTI team—her calm expertise and trained eye for design are invaluable!
Meet Katie Gillespie
Design Associate
Katie Gillespie, our design associate, not only helps us craft interiors that are tailored to every client, but she also ensures that everything stays organized and on track by maintaining budget sheets and timelines, keeping every project running smoothly. Together, we provide a seamless, personalized (and fun!) experience for each client.
Katie has been an integral part of Common Thread Interiors since she first sat down at the table, and we couldn’t be happier to have her on the team. She lives in Chestertown with her husband, Andrew, and their two daughters, Maddison and Riley.
Katie brings a background in education and administration, combined with a lifelong passion for interior design. Her creativity and organizational skills have already proven invaluable in helping clients create their dream spaces. Katie thrives on collaboration and loves working closely with clients and the rest of the CTI team to bring every project to life. She’s a terrific addition, and we’re lucky to have her!
Take the first step towards your dream space today.
At Common Thread Interiors, we are dedicated to transforming your home into a sanctuary that perfectly reflects your style and needs. We are ready to provide personalized, thoughtful solutions tailored to your unique preferences.
Schedule your complimentary consultation today and let Common Thread Interiors turn your vision into reality.