"I have personally known Susan since our studies together at Moore College of Art and Design. It was apparent even back then that she was an incredible artist and one of the most creative and talented people I have known. What really sets her apart is her solid sense of color, design and aesthetics and her ability to step up to the plate and solve any creative challenges that come along. It’s clear that she has risen to be an expert in her field because of her honesty, integrity, amazing sense of style and attention to detail. She is a great communicator, a team player and is quick to grasp any concept. Her gift has always been her ability to confidently and easily engage people on all levels, especially design. I whole heartedly recommend Susan to anyone looking for an outstanding design experience."
Pat Margis, Creative Director, Art Director and Graphic Designer at www.margisdesign.com
"Susan Hershman's book "House Colors: Exterior Color by Style of Architecture" is one AMAZING resource for anyone thinking about painting their home. Or if you just want to be inspired visually! Her knowledge of color shines throughout the book and it will have a proud place on my bookshelf!"
Jenn Bertrand
Season three champion of HGTV Design Star
"Susan is a very talented designer. I have relied on her for design and color for many years while renovating my home. She has been quite attentive to my requests to keep the design of my home in my own personal style. She is a wonderful resource for design, making it easy for me to find products that I love for my home. In addition, Susan came up with unique design solutions for areas of my home that other designers found problematic, making her invaluable to me. I cannot say enough about Susan’s creativity and vast knowledge of design. She is exceptionally professional throughout the design process making it a pleasure to work with her. I highly recommend Susan for your future design needs without hesitation."
FrancineAllyn
Sonoma, California
Susan Hershman has a terrific design sense, a keen eye for color and impeccable taste. I hired her to help me design the interior for my new condo in San Francisco. She was always willing to work with my wants and wishes but also pushed me in certain areas to go beyond my normal comfort zone. The result was a wonderful visually stunning design that almost everyone comments on upon entering my new abode. She helped me from the floors to the ceilings: flooring, wall colors, lighting, furniture, 16 foot handmade draperies, and a built in kitchen island. She's the author of a book on colors for the home and it shows in her work.
Dr. Michael Geschwind
Professor of Neurology at UCSF
"Susan is exceptional. She has great taste and shopisticated design style, integrity, and is a perfectionist. Her great color senseshows in her book, House Colors. She really gets into each design project with attention to detail, creating results that look wonderful and are functional too! Cant get better than that - and she's is lots of fun."
Cynthia Kent Mills
Project Manager
Robinson Mills + Williams
"Susan's work ethic, and design were mature beyond the abilities of her classmates.an A+ grade did not do her justice. Her work was that of a professional with 3 to 5 years of experience. she naturally sets her own high level of expectation - as such - which also raises the bar of any team/firm that she is a part. I would gladly recommend Susan to any client who is looking for a listener, problem solver, detail oriented innovative interior designer within the context of their stated problem or dream. "
Ed Fernandez
Professor at CCA 1986
Studio Director at Robinson Mills + Williams
"Susan Hershman is a uniquely talented individual with the perfect balance of personality and skill that define the best attributes of a true design professional. She colloaborates, educates and guides the process with a delightful sense of humor and great depth of experience."
Gary Weske
President and Owner
Weske + associates
Susan Hershman 1395 Trestle Glen Road, Oakland, CA 94610 510.332.7253 shershman@studio-one-design.com
