Overwhelmed by sensory chaos in your ND home? In this episode of Adulting with Autism, host April chats slow style home for neurodivergent folks with Zandra Zuraw, interior design coach/author/podcaster helping create meaningful, sustainable spaces without breaking the bank or planet. With 30+ years (Master's in cultural anthropology/public policy), mental health battles, and as parent to a child with special needs, Zandra rebranded "Style Matters" to "Slow Style Home" (2023 book/podcast)—a framework for DIY design focusing on personal meaning over trends.

Key insights:

• Dorm/ND tips: Sensory priority (quiet routines, minimal clutter, comfortable seating/blankets/soft lights)—conversations with roommates for shared space.


• Clutter management: Game it up (one corner at a time, "what do you love?" questions), limit to passions (display 5 items, store rest).


• Partner compromise: Curiosity over criticism ("why love it?"), common ground (e.g., shared art/rugs), no negatives—slow evolution.


• Colors/walls: Test samples (light-dependent), avoid all-white (harsh); start with inspiration (wardrobe favorites, not trends).


• Priorities: Big investments first (couch/mattress for well-being), then rugs/art (tone-setters, thrifted/sustainable).


• Slow pace: One room/corner at a time, no shopping first—build from passions (vision boards as decor).

For autistic/ADHD young adults/parents, Zandra's framework fights overwhelm: "Take time to save up for what matters." Free podcast episodes at slowstylehome.com.

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Episode: Slow Style Home for ND with Zandra Zuraw

[00:00 ] Intro: Sensory Overwhelm in ND Homes

[00:30 ] Zandra's Story: 30+ Years to Slow Style Framework

[02:00 ] Dorm ND Tips: Sensory Focus (Quiet/Minimal Clutter)

[05:00 ] Clutter Hacks: Game It (One Corner, "Love It?" Questions)

[08:00 ] Partner Compromise: Curiosity Over Criticism (Shared Rugs/Art)

[11:00 ] Colors/Walls: Test Samples (Light-Dependent, Avoid All-White)

[14:00 ] Priorities: Big Pieces First (Couch/Mattress), Then Rugs/Art

[17:00 ] Slow Pace: One Room/Corner, Inspiration from Passions (Vision Boards)

[20:00 ] Outro: Takeaways & CTAs

Resources:

• Slow Style Home: slowstylehome.com (book/podcast/framework)


• Book: "Slow Style Home" (Amazon/Barnes & Noble)


• Podcast: Spotify/Apple (episodes on DIY/sustainability)


• Linktree(socials/shop/Podbean)

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