Ku Interior Design

Ku Interior Design Award-winning luxury interior design for high-rise condos, custom homes, and major renovations.

I help busy professionals and retirees create primary and getaway homes that work for the way they want to live. I handle all the details so they can enjoy the process and relish their new sanctuary.

A new kitchen doesn't always require new cabinets.In this Denver kitchen renovation, the existing cabinet boxes were in ...
10/20/2026

A new kitchen doesn't always require new cabinets.

In this Denver kitchen renovation, the existing cabinet boxes were in good condition, so replacing them wasn't necessary.

Instead, we installed new full-overlay doors and drawer fronts and painted the cabinetry, creating a substantially different appearance.

We also restained the existing Brazilian cherry floors with a gray cast to minimize their reddish tones. New countertops, backsplash, lighting, hardware, and plumbing fixtures completed the transformation.

The result demonstrates how retaining the right existing elements—and coordinating the changes around them—can create an entirely new look.

Swipe to see the before and after.

A small kitchen can offer more than you might expect.In this renovation, the homeowners wanted a kitchen that worked bet...
10/15/2026

A small kitchen can offer more than you might expect.

In this renovation, the homeowners wanted a kitchen that worked better for everyday living—including a place to sit down for a meal.

The existing layout didn't provide one.

Moving the refrigerator from the left side of the basement stairs to the right created room for a dining table and benches. Widening the doorway improved the connection between the kitchen and the rest of the house.

At the same time, the cabinetry, appliances and work surfaces were organized to support cooking and storage.

The result is a kitchen that offers more ways to use the space without increasing its footprint.

Last week, I shared how we made the bathroom in this same home work better. Both renovations demonstrate how reconsidering an existing layout can improve everyday living.

See more of our renovation projects on my website. Link in bio.

Installation day is more than furniture delivery.It's when the drawings, furnishings and months of decisions come togeth...
10/13/2026

Installation day is more than furniture delivery.

It's when the drawings, furnishings and months of decisions come together in the actual space.

For this Denver high-rise residence, installation involved reviewing plans with the team, confirming furniture placement, checking clearances and making final adjustments to lighting, accessories and furnishings.

Every piece has a purpose, but how those pieces relate to one another is what makes the room work.

These behind-the-scenes photographs offer a look at my role during installation—and the attention to detail that continues until the project is complete.

A well-furnished home doesn't have to start from scratch.For this home near Salida, we kept pieces that already had valu...
10/08/2026

A well-furnished home doesn't have to start from scratch.

For this home near Salida, we kept pieces that already had value to the clients and combined them with new furnishings, lighting, area rugs and window treatments.

Several family heirlooms were given a new life through upholstery. The wood-back chair in the living room and the chair and ottoman in the library were reupholstered. In the bedroom, we did something less expected: two heirloom rugs became upholstery for a pair of chairs. One was used on the seats and another on the seat backs, with new coordinating fabric on the chair backs and along the lower front and sides.

New pieces were added where they made sense, including the blue living-room chair and the bed.

The goal wasn't to replace everything. It was to recognize what was worth keeping, determine what could be reimagined, and add what the home still needed.

A furniture plan is about more than making everything fit.In this living room, an existing window nook offered an opport...
10/06/2026

A furniture plan is about more than making everything fit.

In this living room, an existing window nook offered an opportunity to give the room another way to function. A window seat and table created a place for games and other activities, while the main seating area remained comfortable for everyday use.

Even the chairs were selected with flexibility in mind. They’re fully upholstered dining chairs, comfortable enough for the conversation area but easy to move to the table when additional seating is needed.

Planning how a room will actually be used helps determine not only where the furniture belongs, but what furniture makes sense in the first place.

A first look at my space for the Denver Life Magazine Fall Designer Showhouse.I have Upper Bedroom & Bath One, which I e...
10/01/2026

A first look at my space for the Denver Life Magazine Fall Designer Showhouse.

I have Upper Bedroom & Bath One, which I envisioned as a guest suite for visiting grandparents and other guests. I selected everything for the two spaces—from fixtures, finishes and lighting to furnishings, accessories and art—with comfort, function and a cohesive experience in mind.

I'm only sharing a few details for now. The complete space will be open to the public the first weekend of November.

The Showhouse benefits SOS Outreach, a Colorado-founded nonprofit that builds character and develops leadership in young people through outdoor mentoring.

I'll share more details about the Showhouse as we get closer to opening weekend.

In the meantime, you can see more of my residential work at the link in bio.

Small bathrooms leave very little room for decisions that don't earn their place.In this main-floor bath, a family membe...
09/29/2026

Small bathrooms leave very little room for decisions that don't earn their place.

In this main-floor bath, a family member who used a wheelchair was an important consideration. Switching the locations of the sink and toilet, specifying an in-wall toilet tank, and replacing the swing door with a wider pocket door all helped create more usable floor space without enlarging the room.

The tub was also replaced with a shower, with a fold-down bench and handheld shower positioned within easy reach.

It’s a good example of why I start with how a space needs to work. Especially in a small home, changing the layout can accomplish far more than simply replacing what is already there.

See more of this Denver renovation on my website through the link in bio.

Sometimes the best kitchen solution begins outside the existing kitchen.The owners of this industrial loft had lived wit...
09/24/2026

Sometimes the best kitchen solution begins outside the existing kitchen.

The owners of this industrial loft had lived with a very limited kitchen for five years. Next to it, walls enclosed an underused room—and removing them changed what was possible.

The expanded space allowed us to incorporate the exterior windows and create a T-shaped island. The sink and dishwasher form the primary work area across from the refrigerator and range, while the other portion of the island provides additional storage and seating.

Details were planned just as carefully. Drawer bases on either side of the range make stored items easier to access, while custom beetle-kill pine at the open corner cabinet, shelving and refrigerator surround adds warmth and character to the loft.

The finished kitchen came from looking beyond the boundaries of the original space and considering how the entire area could work better.

What determines the investment in a kitchen or bathroom renovation?It starts with how much you plan to change. Reworking...
09/22/2026

What determines the investment in a kitchen or bathroom renovation?

It starts with how much you plan to change. Reworking the layout, moving plumbing or electrical, adding cabinetry, and addressing existing conditions can all affect the work involved.

Materials and fixtures matter, but they are only part of the picture. Labor, installation, construction details, and the decisions required to bring everything together also contribute to the overall investment.

That’s why design and budget need to develop together. A well-defined design gives contractors a much clearer basis for pricing the work—and gives homeowners better information for making decisions.

If you’re considering a kitchen or bath renovation, I have a Kitchen & Bath Investment Guide designed to help you understand what to expect before you begin. Contact Ku Interior Design to request a copy.

Not every home needs the same level of change.In this condo, some spaces already worked well. Others presented opportuni...
09/17/2026

Not every home needs the same level of change.

In this condo, some spaces already worked well. Others presented opportunities to improve function: additional kitchen storage, a more useful laundry room, and a home office that could also accommodate overnight guests.

In the bedroom, an existing soffit influenced the height of the bed, the custom wall-to-wall headboard and the use of wallpaper. Rather than treating each decision separately, they were designed to work together.

Good design starts with understanding what already works, recognizing where change will make a meaningful difference, and recommending the right solution for the home.

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