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Suzanne Ennis

Palo Alto

Senior Associate Editor at Houzz

Articles

  • 2 weeks ago | houzz.com | Suzanne Ennis

    1. Indoor Style, OutdoorsAs homeowners increasingly see outdoor spaces as extensions of their homes, indoor and outdoor furniture trends have begun to mirror each other. Advances in outdoor materials — including remarkably natural-looking and tactile performance textiles — have further blurred the line between indoors and out. Consider this new Roma outdoor chair from Four Hands.

  • 2 weeks ago | houzz.com | Suzanne Ennis

    1. Grids and BlocksIn recent seasons, patterns and furniture profiles have been ruled by curves. But this spring, grids, blocks and right angles (albeit often slightly softened) made a bid for the throne. Brett Paulin, the maker of this beautifully joined table, was one North American designer who embraced blocky forms in his furniture designs. Others included Bradley Duncan Studio and Ayako Aratani. Sometimes the grids and blocks were in orderly rows, as they are here.

  • 4 weeks ago | houzz.com | Suzanne Ennis

    1. Nature-Inspired Motifs As part of the biophilic design trend that’s influenced interiors for several years now, flowers and (more recently) tropical leaves have flourished in lighting collections. This season, we saw a continuation of those looks, often filled with plenty of whimsy. This soft gold Aviary chandelier from Currey & Co., which has cockatiels, sparrows and macaws perched on two tiers of delicate leaves, was one debut with particular charm.

  • 1 month ago | houzz.com | Suzanne Ennis

    3D Spaces Designed for Your Zodiac SignHouzz and Kirby Home Designs have partnered to create virtual spaces inspired by the four astrological elementsSuzanne Ennis1 hour agoHouzz Editorial Staff. I write about all aspects of home design and remodeling, but I have soft spots for historic homes, California modernism and lakefront cabins. Each zodiac sign aligns with an astrological element — fire, earth, water or air — that has a unique energy and style.

  • 1 month ago | houzz.com | Suzanne Ennis |ODS Architecture |Megan Glenn Architecture |Storie Collective

    The 10 Most Popular New Bedrooms So Far in 2025Find ideas for restful palettes, cozy textiles and appealing wall and window treatments in these most-saved new photosSuzanne EnnisApril 15, 2025Houzz Editorial Staff. I write about all aspects of home design and remodeling, but I have soft spots for historic homes, California modernism and lakefront cabins. This Trending Now story features the most-saved bedroom photos uploaded to Houzz between Dec. 15, 2024, and March 15, 2025.