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SUNSET MAGAZINE
Tired of the Barn Door Trend? These Alternatives Are on the Rise
June 16, 2024
“We used nano doors for an ADU we recently designed in Lafayette, California, because we wanted an indoor-outdoor function that felt elevated and saved space,” says Susie Novak, founder and principal designer of Susie Novak Interiors in the Bay Area. “This created an unobtrusive and sleek entrance that blended effortlessly with our modern ADU aesthetic.”
BUSINESS OF HOME
What I Love: Susie Novak’s Maker-minded Mix of Furry Wool, Textured Glass and Terrazzo
DEC 18, 2023
“In the BOH series What I Love, we’re asking designers to build us a mood board of what’s inspiring them right now: Her current mood board pays tribute to her home state. Brimming with tactile textiles and finishes, the selection features a medley of hand-crafted pieces by local artisans. ‘I’d describe the scheme as texture-forward, with nature-inspired neutrals and materials,’ says the designer. ‘Almost all of the elements included are by California and Bay Area makers.”
APARTMENT THERAPY
8 Colors Interior Designers Say Their Clients Can’t Get Enough Of
July 12, 2023
Designer Susie Novak of Susie Novak Interiors in Oakland, California, says her clients just can’t get enough of mellow yellows with brown undertones. Most recently, she’s used these earthy shades in kids’ rooms and a primary bedroom. “I love the warm and natural feel of the color,” Novak says. “It cascades as a neutral, but pops like the vibrant color that it is.”
MODERN LUXURY x SAN FRANCISCO MAGAZINE (PRINT)
The Good Earth: Mother Nature and Exploring the Great Outdoors Inspire a Gorgeous Home Renovation for Newlyweds in the Oakland Hills.
May 2023
