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ANAV DESIGN Studio, established in 2005 by Anat Shmariahu, specializes in single-family home design, building, and interiors, with a focus on modernist contemporary styles. "Our house designs are clean and simple, with meticulous attention to detail. The timeless minimalist design is unique yet harmonizes well with neighborhood scales and forms. Our functional designs ensure every line and volume has a purpose, and ample natural light is integral to our projects, tailored to each client’s needs, location, preferences, and budget," says Shmariahu.
Whether you’re designing a new home, planning an addition, or considering a remodel, our holistic approach ensures a harmonious and complete result. We have extensive experience working with Planning and Building departments across most Bay Area cities, ensuring smooth and efficient permit approvals.
Shmariahu’s passion for architecture was influenced by her upbringing among civil engineers in her family. She earned a bachelor's degree from the Faculty of Architecture and Town Planning at the Technion in Haifa, Israel, following two years of Architectural Design studies at the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Jerusalem. Shmariahu worked as an architect in Israel until 2002, when she and her family relocated to California, where she founded ANAV DESIGN Studio.