Business Details
21 Years
experience
Modern Home Design Experts in Los Gatos
Founded in 2005 by Anat Shmariahu, Anav Design is a Bay Area-based architectural firm dedicated to creating modern single-family homes that reflect each client's unique vision. Our practice combines over 15 years of professional experience in Israel and California with a collaborative design approach focused on functionality, aesthetics, and budget-conscious solutions. We specialize in transforming residential spaces through new constructions, additions, and remodels while maintaining harmony with neighborhood contexts. Our team excels at navigating complex permitting processes across multiple Bay Area jurisdictions, ensuring seamless project progression from conceptual design to construction completion. Anat's architectural philosophy emphasizes clean lines, natural light integration, and purposeful design elements that adapt to homeowners' lifestyles.With expertise in both exterior and interior design, our firm provides comprehensive services including material selection, contractor coordination, and construction oversight. Our commitment to client satisfaction is demonstrated through personalized attention to every project's unique requirements. The firm's extensive professional network includes structural engineers, surveyors, and certified contractors who contribute to each project's success. Having worked on over 20 Bay Area home projects in diverse locations, we understand the region's architectural challenges and design opportunities. Our client-centric approach ensures every family creates a space where they truly feel at home while achieving their design aspirations within budget constraints.
Services
Single-Family Home Design
New Home Construction
Remodeling & Renovations
Interior Design
Permit Assistance
Conceptual Design
Design Development
Construction Documents
Bidding Assistance
Construction Administration
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of international architectural experience
- Our comprehensive services cover all project phases from concept to completion
- We have established relationships with Bay Area permitting departments
- We use 3D modeling for design visualization and budget planning
- Our founder holds dual architectural education credentials from Israel
Services
Single-Family Home Design
Our custom home design service creates modern residences tailored to client preferences and site conditions. We combine architectural innovation with functional programming to produce distinctive homes. The process involves space planning, material selection, and 3D visualization to ensure client expectations align with the final design.
Remodeling & Renovations
Comprehensive remodeling solutions transform existing spaces while optimizing functionality and aesthetics. We handle additions, kitchen/bathroom upgrades, and whole-house renovations. Our team coordinates design updates with structural integrity requirements and municipal regulations for seamless execution.
Construction Administration
We provide continuous construction oversight to maintain design integrity throughout the building process. Our services include contractor coordination, material approvals, and on-site verification of construction accuracy against design specifications and building codes.
Permit Assistance
Our permitting experts navigate Bay Area jurisdiction requirements to secure necessary approvals. We prepare documentation packages, attend hearings, and address municipal comments to streamline the approval process for planning and building departments.
Design Development
This phase refines initial concepts through detailed planning and visualization. We incorporate client feedback and regulatory requirements while developing technical drawings and renderings. The service ensures final designs meet aesthetic goals and practical considerations before construction documentation begins.
People
Anat Shmariahu
Founder & Lead Architect
Anat founded ANAV DESIGN STUDIO in 2005 after 12 years of architectural practice in Israel. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from Technion-Israel Institute, preceded by two years at Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design. Her international experience shapes the firm's modernist design approach.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the San Francisco Bay Area including Los Gatos, San Jose, Palo Alto, Mountain View, and surrounding communities.
Do you handle both design and construction?
We provide full architectural design services and construction administration, but work with separately contracted construction professionals for actual building work.
How do you incorporate client preferences into designs?
We begin with detailed consultations to understand lifestyle needs, aesthetic preferences, and budget parameters which guide our design process.
Can you help with the city permitting process?
We have extensive experience navigating Bay Area permitting requirements and manage the entire submittal and approval process for our clients.
What design styles do you specialize in?
Our expertise lies in modernist contemporary design with clean lines, natural light optimization, and purposeful spatial organization while respecting neighborhood context.
How long does a typical home project take?
Project timelines vary by scope but typically 6-12 months design development plus construction duration which we help estimate early in the process.
