Our Projects

The objective is to create a symbiosis throughout spaces in our clients’ homes which reflects their personal style & taste, our approach is keeping it simple, less is more.

Every interior is designed according to the client’s needs, taste, budget & making the home function as a whole,

Visually expanding the clients interior taste through different elements such as textures, furnishings, woodwork, artworks & styling to outstanding the test of time & to reflect the essence of individuality.

We love to see the design process as a cultivating experience to see how the projects grow with our client..

Oceans Guesthouse

2018 | George
Interior designer: Nouveau by Susan Smit
Furniture: Bespoke Design

The previous owner, had his property on the market for a few years with no interest at all, coming to us for assistance, we visited the property & advised the following, due to the large vast open spaces the home might have seemed intimidating, how do we fill it with furniture was everyone’s question?  We proposed the following, by doing spatial furniture layouts, doing customized furniture from sofas, coffee tables, rugs, beds, breakfast tables, & outdoor furniture, this completely changed the result, it looked completely different than the first time we visited the home, the owners decided to trade as a guesthouse, not too long, they sold it for double the price they previously had listed it for. Running guesthouse as it is to date. Cheers to Oceans Guesthouse in Wilderness!

Forest-Home-Retreat

2020 | Geelhoutboom
Engineer:  DMS Structures
Interior designer:  Nouveau by Susan Smit
Architect:  Eddie Da Silva Architects & Associates

A complete barn renovation project – amazing property in the forest located in the Geelhoutboom area, outside George.  We had the pleasure of working with the Badenhorst Family and they were completely open to a fresh approach. The old barn literally was only made up of roof-sheets and a few walls, we were fully invested in the new project, from architecturally to the interior design & finishing. No one could believe the transformation as the project was progressing,   Specifying the exterior finishes as well as the interior finishes from tiles, san-ware, lighting, & assisting in choosing finishes & ironmongery for the doors, bathroom vanities and kitchen. Then along came the inside, we were going for a more contemporary approach to suit the clients lifestyle and their taste.  New photos to follow soon!. To working with an amazing couple& their beautiful two daughters, we are just as exited to be part of their project, to many more crazy beautiful memories with friends & family!

The Producer

2019 | George
Architect:  Eddie Da Silva Architects & Associates
Engineer:  DMS Structures
Interior designer:  Nouveau by Susan Smit
Furniture: Bespoke Design

Working closely, with our clients in the far away distance, we did an amazing renovation project in the Wilderness, Constantia Kloof .

This has been one of our favorites, set on a different tone, change of mood & a complete insight to how our clients will live here when they on holiday.  An experience, with an oversight view to art, books, furniture, & lifestyle. 

A cultivated practice on this creation, one to reminisce.

Herold’s Bay beach

2021 | Herold’s Bay
Architect for renovation:  Eddie Da Silva Architects & Associates
Engineer:  DMS Structures
Interior designer:  Nouveau by Susan Smit
Kitchen & cabinetry: Eugton cupboards

A renovation for a family’s holiday home – the mood to be contemporary & lightened up as to create a much as possible light in the home.  

Assisting with brand new finishes throughout the home, new lighting, wall-, flooring finishes, bathrooms, sanware, window treatments, braai, & electrical equipment for the kitchen & bar. 

The client’s budget with regards to furniture was more focused on the private bedrooms , we used existing pieces the client had purchased before renovating or even with starting new plans, we were able to use & it worked very well with the layout & function of the main living area.   

Accents in black

2023 | George
Interior designer:  Nouveau by Susan Smit
Furniture:  Nouveau by Susan Smit, Bespoke Design

New residential home based in Fancourt Residential Estate, we were very involved in the built of this new home & worked closely with the family on the aesthetic aspects, ambience & look and feel.  Our role was choosing finishes , lighting, tiles, sanware and assisting with the kitchen & cabinetry designs with Eugton Cupboards. We designed furniture & chose fabrics with the clients to suit the space, sourcing furniture & decor & making custom window treatments, shutters by Keens Kenmar, to achieve the timeless feel.

This home is a beautiful contemporary timeless beauty. Absolutely a humble & creative sanctuary.

Prince of Tarts Bakery

2019 | George
Interior designer:  Nouveau by Susan Smit
Furniture:  Nouveau by Susan Smit & Owner

On this project,  we had the most amazing time, working closely with the owner on the new Retail shindig outlet, Prince of Tarts,  we assisted on spatial layout, wall & floor finishes, san-ware, alluminium sections, wall treatments & lighting, and designed the bar, assisting in décor and sourcing a selection of furniture pieces alongside the client.  This project entailed of so many happy moments and what a creative outlet, clearly the end result was not only awesome space but also a true reflection of the owner – highly recommend everyone to visit them for good coffee, amazing treats & a space to enjoy the surrounding, coolest place in the Garden Route! #treatyourself #princeoftarts

The Golfers

2015 | The Dunes, Wilderness
Architect:  Eddie Da Silva Architects & Associates
Engineer:  DMS Structures
Kitchen & bar design: Meyer Von Wielligh
Interior designer:  Nouveau by Susan Smit
Furniture & decor: Bespoke Design

The Drawing Board

2019 | George
Architect:  Eddie Da Silva Architects & Associates
Engineer:  DMS Structures
Interior designer:  Nouveau by Susan Smit
Furniture: Bespoke Design

Finally we designed an architect’s dream home, this project was complete turnkey for us, from start to finish. We were involved in all interior applications. 
A contemporary interior, unpretentious and a mood which reflects the personality of the clients. May this home always be filled with love & the uttermost happiness!

The Out of Sight

2014 | George
Architect for renovation:  Eddie Da Silva Architects & Associates
Engineer:  DMS Structures
Interior designer:  Nouveau by Susan Smit
Furniture: Bespoke Design specified by Nouveau by Susan Smit

This was the first of many firsts, our clients are based overseas, we had a meeting with them, having a view of how  there new building will be situated on the property, also showed them what we suggest with the interior, they loved it!  They went back overseas, a few months past, then they came back to a fully stocked fridge, interior furnished, structure build home.  What an experience!

Living Moods

2021 | Linksridge Fancourt
Architect:  Eddie Da Silva Architects & Associates
Contractor:  V3 Construction
Interior designer:  Nouveau by Susan Smit
Kitchen & cabinetry: DE STeyl

A new home designed for clients’with the need for a more open living home, with beautiful views of the Outeniqua mountains & the greenery of the Links. 

Project consisted of new finishes throughout the home, new lighting, wall-, flooring finishes, mirrors bathrooms, sanware, window treatments, choosing fireplaces & designing a feature fireplace.  We worked very closely with the contractor on this project from the start to the end.

New curated & custom designed pieces of furniture & art was specially made for this project & a library was also introduced, integrating existing pieces of art & furniture the clients have already owned into the new living spaces.  A home designed for having family & friends over!

The riverhouse airbnb

2023 | ballots bay
Interior designer:  Nouveau by Susan Smit
Furniture:  Nouveau by Susan Smit, Bespoke Design

What a pleasure of a renovation this project has been, your own private beach, gorgeous views of nature surrounding this tranquil two bedroom property based in Ballots Bay Estate, Victoria Bay, Garden Route.   

Involved throughout the aesthetic finishes and involved in furniture, curating & styling, working together with the Schnetler family was amazing, with a clear vision and great concept, this property of dreams has finally launched on Airbnb!