--- title: "Susan Keefe, C.I.D. — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/susan-keefe-c-i-d-pfvwus-pf~1988186764 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1988186764.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Susan Keefe, C.I.D." category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/4ed3da570d42b27e_4966-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "Conover, North Carolina 28613, United States" latitude: 35.7313 longitude: -81.2165 phone: "(914) 413-1106" website: https://www.susankeefedesigns.com rating: 5 review_count: 26 best_of_houzz_awards: 8 followers: 288 last_updated: 2026-09-03 --- # Susan Keefe, C.I.D. Original Houzz profile: [Susan Keefe, C.I.D.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/susan-keefe-c-i-d-pfvwus-pf~1988186764) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Conover, NC - **Serves:** Hickory, Newton, Conover, Mountain View, Claremont, Conover North Carolina, Hickory North Carolina - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (26 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 8 awards (2014–2020), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 250 Ideabook Saves Susan Keefe, CID has been designing homes for over 17 years from the East Coast to the Florida coast to beautiful North Carolina. Whether the desire is sophisticated elegance or casual North Carolina comfort, STK Designs can help make your dreams for your home a reality. Susan listens closely to her clients' tastes and styles. She works with them to design unique spaces from contemporary, classic, traditional to inviting and functional. STK Designs handles all the details of the projects so all goes smoothly from design, ordering, shipping, and supervised installations. . Susan's designs have been featured in 201 Home, The Bergen Record, Arabella Magazine, Envision Magazine, and The Complete Guide to Window Treatments. Three wins in the prestigious International Dream Room Design competition, including First Place for Window Treatment Category ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Living Room Design - Bedroom Design - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Kids Bedroom Design - Dining Room Design - Lighting Design - Design Consultation - Entry Design - Playroom Design - Custom Furniture - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Walk-in Closets - Custom Rugs - Sustainable Design - Downsizing - Home Office Design ### Areas Served - Hickory - Newton - Conover - Mountain View - Claremont - Conover North Carolina - Hickory North Carolina ### Typical Job Cost $5000 - $100,000 STK Designs works within the client's project budget range - providing high quality furnishings and custom design unique to each client's taste and desires. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Susan Keefe, C.I.D. | | Address | Conover, North Carolina 28613, United States | | Phone | (914) 413-1106 | | Website | https://www.susankeefedesigns.com | | Followers on Houzz | 288 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/pages/decorating-den-interiorsmahwah-ramsey-nj-susan-keefe-cid/389167925768 - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/susan10e - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=26224836&trk=tab\_pro - Blog — http://mahwah.patch.com/search/blog\_posts\#/\_utf8:☃/type:blog\_posts/contributor:194089/page:1/\_utf8:☃ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Susan Keefe, C.I.D.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/susan-keefe-c-i-d-pfvwus-pf~1988186764) - **Website:** https://www.susankeefedesigns.com - **Phone:** (914) 413-1106 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Certified Interior Decorator; 3-time National Design Award Winner; Green Leader Accredited Professional. - International Dream Room Design: First Place Window Treatment Winner - **Best of Houzz:** 8 awards (2014–2020), for Service, Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 26 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Donna Sicilian, Oct. 2019** > RWe worked with Susan on the complete interior deign of our 4,000 square foot new construction town home in Northern, NJ. This was an extensive design project including custom furniture, custom rugs, custom window treatments and accent items. We could not be happier. > > This is our second design project with Susan and we will be working with her on our third project which is our Estero, Florida home in Miromar Lakes Beach and Golf Club next year. **★★★★★ — Gail Webber, March 2018** > Susan has designed the window treatments for our living room and our family room as well as decorated the living room. We have been thrilled with both projects and she is about to complete the dining room window treatments. I especially enjoy her ability to incorporate our treasured belongings which have been collected over many decades when we lived in Africa and England and make them work in a New Jersey colonial. **Comment from Susan Keefe, C.I.D.:** > Thank you so much, Gail! Truly a pleasure working with you!! **★★★★★ — Susan Friedman, Dec. 2017** > I had the most wonderful experience working with Susan. She has so many resources available and makes great suggestions as to fabrics and wood finishes and window treatment. Susan has a terrific eye for color and patterns. I am beyond thrilled that I had the opportunity to work with Susan. I love everything that we selected and everyone who has seen the rooms she designed for me can't believe it is the same house. She is extremely professional, meets her deadlines and follows up on every aspect of the project. **★★★★★ — Nancy Hartzband, July 2017** > It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Susan Keefe. She is incredibly talented and a total professional. Perhaps most importantly, she listens! She is interested and wants to learn and understand the client's needs and sense of style, so that she can make the space "theirs". I had planned on doing over one room with Susan back in September 2016. After working with Susan, this one room project expanded to include my entire second floor- two additional bedrooms, vanity area, hallway, and den. I can honestly say that with her advice and guidance (never pushy or overwhelming), I love everything that I have purchased--not one mistake, which is a first for me. Furniture, fabrics/carpeting, wall hangings and window treatments all work beautifully together. I could not be happier, and plan on working with Susan again. **Comment from Susan Keefe, C.I.D.:** > Absolute pleasure working with you, too Nancy! Can't tell you how much I've enjoyed this project! **★★★★★ — Giselle Gissie, Oct. 2016** > Susan is very professional and we were glad we chose her to do our new home window treatments. The final result was beyond our expectations and we were very satisfied with her work. The first consultation was a key because we were able to explain everything we wanted and of course her ideas helped us on agreeing into a beautiful project. > i will highly recommend Susan and her company and of course use her again as soon!!! **★★★★★ — getpress, Oct. 2016** > I contracted wtih Decorating Den/Susan Keefe to create window treatments for my office. Susan was respectful of my budget (and got me to stretch just a bit for a really fabulous fabric that I LOVE) and she understood immediately what I wanted in terms of style. The turnaround time was just as she quoted, installation was a snap and I am delighted with the results. I've gotten many compliments on them and I am proud to recommend Susan Keefe and Decorating Den to anyone who asks! **★★★★★ — seweber28, Oct. 2016** > Love, Love, Love Susan!! Very professional and great master of color, design and style. > We worked on several projects in my home and now everyone wants to know who my designer is! The workmanship is excellent. I just called her this week to start a new project. > I highly recommend Susan. **★★★★★ — Suzanne Magi, July 2016** > Love, love, LOVE Susan's work! My family couldn't be happier! I now have beautiful window coverings that perfectly match my taste and new furniture and Windows look bigger! Susan brought me unique choices to choose from and visually presented them to me so I could "see" what each would like. **Comment from Susan Keefe, C.I.D.:** > So happy you're pleased, Suzanne. I cannot tell you what a pleasure it is to work with you and to get to know you! **★★★★★ — Dottie Engelhardt, Dec. 2015** > I’ve had the pleasure of working with Susan over the past several months. Not only is she extremely talented but she’s very professional and easy to work with. For years I’ve wanted to get new window treatments and have not been successful in the past. When I saw Susan’s website I loved all the different looks on the windows. The before and after pictures were amazing and I knew this is what I was looking for. > She had so many great ideas coordinating paint colors, fabrics, accessories, pillow, etc. The outcome of my overall decorating experience with Susan was better than I could have imagined. The saying “you get what you pay for” is very true, and my home is proof of that. I would highly recommend Susan to anyone who is looking to improve the look of their home, you won’t be disappointed!! **★★★★★ — wkennedy072768, Nov. 2015** > Susan helped redesign our living room during 2015. Over several meetings every detail was meticulously planned; this included creating a melange of our older contemporary furniture with newer more modern units. Susan consistently presented new ideas during the process, always looked for alternatives based on feedback, and ensured successful completion of the project. Her design not only included furniture, but also had ideas about carpeting, fabrics, wall coverings and decorative pieces. > > If I were to describe Susan's personal traits, I would identify: friendly, professional, creative, passionate, reliable, and trustworthy. We were most satisfied with our experience. **Comment from Susan Keefe, C.I.D.:** > Thank you so much, Wally! So glad you were pleased with the process and the end result. Was such a pleasure working with you two on this project! **★★★★★ — hillcrest51, Jan. 2015** > It was an absolute privilege to work with Susan, she is a gem! > She has great ideas. Her style and taste is what we were loking for when we needed someone to decorate our home. **Comment from Susan Keefe, C.I.D.:** > Thank you so much! Really loved working with you guys... !! **★★★★★ — Ralph Monaco, Jan. 2015** > I have worked with Susan Keefe for several years. She has helped me decorate my master bedroom, guest bedroom, den and a portion of my kitchen. At all times she spent many hours planning my projects. She always provided quality materials, stands behind her selections if they arrive damaged and respects my budget. I think you will find Susan wonderful to work with. ## Selected projects - [Grand Entrance Hall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/grand-entrance-hall-pj-vj~837877) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Tony's Deck](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tony-s-deck-pj-vj~5917042) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [90's Makeover in Rock Barn, NC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/90-s-makeover-in-rock-barn-nc-pj-vj~7377334) - Location: Conover, NC - Photos: 10 - Description: Renovation and furnishing of this 1991 center hall colonial home in the Rock Barn Country Club and Spa in Conover, North Carolina. - [Lake house Project - Greenwood Lake, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-house-project-greenwood-lake-nj-pj-vj~5917033) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - [Nancy's Upstairs project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nancy-s-upstairs-project-pj-vj~2775238) - Location: Tenafly, NJ - Photos: 3 - [Susanna's Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/susanna-s-kitchen-pj-vj~5917043) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Franklin Lakes Residence Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/franklin-lakes-residence-project-pj-vj~2685982) - Location: Franklin Lakes, NJ - Photos: 5 - [Barbara's Watercolored Reading room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/barbara-s-watercolored-reading-room-pj-vj~37097) - Location: North Haledon, NJ - Photos: 2 - [Mid-Century Modern Living Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-century-modern-living-room-pj-vj~826723) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Susanna's Basement Re-do](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/susanna-s-basement-re-do-pj-vj~5945956) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Lux Master Bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lux-master-bedroom-pj-vj~824465) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Dora and Larry's Living Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dora-and-larry-s-living-room-pj-vj~5936457) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [2-story Foyer](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2-story-foyer-pj-vj~81508) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Family Room Makeover](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-room-makeover-pj-vj~35452) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: angled window treatments, curved sofas - [Award-Winning Great Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/award-winning-great-room-pj-vj~128478) - Location: Mahwah, NJ - Photos: 3 - Description: This young family desired a comfortable space to relax, watch TV and entertain. Family-friendly fabrics were chosen for the upholstered furniture. The beautiful arched windows were highlighted and framed with a terra-cotta subtle stripe fabric. - [Mike's Home Office](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mike-s-home-office-pj-vj~558498) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Master Bedroom with adjoining sitting room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bedroom-with-adjoining-sitting-room-pj-vj~35450) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: Reading room, bedroom retreat, chair and a half - [Mahwah NJ - 2-story living room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mahwah-nj-2-story-living-room-pj-vj~558496) - Location: Mahwah, NJ - Photos: 1 - [Upper Saddle River - Master Bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-saddle-river-master-bedroom-pj-vj~37622) - Location: Upper Saddle River, NJ - Photos: 1 - [Stella's Dining Room - National Design Award Winner](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stella-s-dining-room-national-design-award-winner-pj-vj~37100) - Location: Paterson, NJ - Photos: 2 [See all 23 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/susan-keefe-c-i-d-pfvwus-pf~1988186764) ## Ideabooks - [5657](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/164126195/list/5657) — 34 ideas - [susan10e's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/72728000/list/susan10e-s-ideas) — 4 ideas - [Stephanie Steen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/72542777/list/stephanie-steen) — 5 ideas - [Marcia](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68056298/list/marcia) — 18 ideas - [clever wt details](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/50642867/list/clever-wt-details) — 10 ideas - [Laura Adams](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/44753924/list/laura-adams) — 17 ideas - [tanu](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/57514343/list/tanu) — 1 idea - [Arched swags](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/45912746/list/arched-swags) — 9 ideas - [lisa](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/29537314/list/lisa) — 2 ideas - [angled wt](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8436761/list/angled-wt) — 1 idea [See all 10 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/susan10e) ## Community Q&A **Q: What was used for privacy?** *(in Photo Questions)* Was there any type of privacy treatment used with this window treatment? A: because of where this particular room is situated, privacy is not an issue, so there is nothing else. However, it would be very easy to mount a shade or blind behind this type of treatment that could be lowered for privacy and would disappear behind this valance when not needed. Just would have to be planned for: enough projection on the valance to allow space behind for a shade. **Q: hanging and measuring** *(in Photo Questions)* Im making curtains for a living room and want them on angle. I have attached 3 hooks on 2 boards 30". From the top angle to the bottom there is a 10 difference . Any suggestion? A: I'd have to see where they would be placed the room to offer you any advice as to the angle. **Q: Where can I purchase** *(in Photo Questions)* Where can I purchase the rods for this look? A: Hi Nancy, this drapery hardware was a custom order and is available through our company. If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to contact me. **Q: Angled window dilemma!** *(in Design Dilemma)* we prefer not to cover up the lake view in our living room, however the sun comes directly in and its extremely hot in this room and the sun creates a glare. Is it possible to have a sheer curtain bundled in the corner so its not very obvious? what kind of hardware would be used to slide the curtain across when needed...and keep it in place on a sloping window? Thanks so much for your help! A: looks like a beautiful room, by the way... from what I can see. And NICE view!! Properly designed window treatments are a must. **Q: question about angled curtains** *(in Photo Questions)* hello. what kind of hardware did you use on the angled window to keep the curtain from sliding downwards? A: each panel is attached to 5 individual medallions (with stems) - 1 medallion at each pleat. **Q: what is paint color** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It's Benj Moore HC69, whitehall brown. Isn't it gorgeous? --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*