KAREN BUTERA INC.  Interior Design & Merchandising

2824 East Coast Highway, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625 phone: 949.640-1300 -- fax: 949.640-0880 -- email: office@karenbutera.com  

ABOUT KAREN BUTERA INC.

MORE ABOUT KAREN AND KBI

CONTEMPORARY DESIGN

CLASSIC ELEGANCE

TRANSITIONAL STYLE

COMMERCIAL PROJECTS

RECENT AWARDS

AWARD-WINNING INTERIORS...A TRADITION OF INNOVATION...PASSION FOR DETAIL...TIMELESS STYLE AND CONSISTENT DESIGN EXCELLANCE SPANNING THREE DECADES, ACROSS THE NATION AND AROUND THE WORLD

Great design is created when passion for detail is combined with consistent good taste, timeless elegance and inviting comfort - which is never out of style.  Design innovation is achieved by the creative mastery of a project's unique challenges inspired by each client's personality and personal taste, artfully blended in a balance of light, color, texture and form transforming space into a dynamic environment with a distinctly personal style...Karen Butera King, MIRM

 

CUSTOM RESIDENCES AND LUXURY ESTATES...A Passion for Detail - Creative use of materials and innovative design details define luxury and timeless elegance.

Attention to Detail (top left clockwise): "THREE PALMS", La Quinta, CA.: custom design built-ins, furnishings and lighting fixtures a in formal dining room - "PROMONTORY", Las Vegas, NV.: inviting contemporary interior pallet with exceptional detailing, subtle textures, materials and color with custom-designed lighting, furnishings & accents - "CHATEAU SAMARA", Newport Coast, CA.: old-world craftsmanship with custom paneling, inlaid Russian amber ceiling and flooring details - "FRANKEL RESIDENCE", Rossmore, CA.: sophisticated family-friendly detailing with custom cabinetry with stainless accents

 

SHOWCASE HOUSES AND MODEL HOMES...Award-Winning Design and Consistent Quality - A tradition of awards is recognition of a commitment to innovation and continuing good taste.

Award-winning homes (top left clockwise): "VILLA SERENISSIMA", Newport Coast, CA.: Dining Room & Entry NATIONALS SPECIAL JUDGES AWARD FOR DESIGN EXCELLENCE 2001; Tuscan-insipired artistry in vibrant Venetian plaster, mirror, designer marble table and accents - "THE WOODS AT EASTLAKE RESIDENCE ONE", Chula Vista, CA.; Entry view of Dining & Living Rooms NATIONALS BEST MODEL $650,000-$1 MILLION; subtle detailing, flowing espresso walnut flooring and crisp subtle colorization - "CHATEAU SAMARA", Newport Coast, CA.: Entry Hall NATIONALS SPECIAL JUDGES AWARD, BEST IN AMERICAN LIVING PLATINUM & GOLD AWARS FOR DESIGN DETAILS; Dramatic entry foyer with custom waterjet medallion, carved ceiling and Russian amber accents - "WINDERMER", Las Vegas, NV.: Family Room BEST IN SHOW ST. OF DREAMS 2002; disappearing glass walls, warm textures and trellis ceiling provide warm contemporary oasis bluring inside and out.

 

PERSONALIZED DESIGN...Design Inspired By Client Lifestyle - Personal style as the foundation for innovation and continuing design evolution.    

Personalized design (top left clockwise): "PROMONTORY", Las Vegas, NV.: Powder Room; distinctive blending of accent lighting, stainless steel, river pebbles, marble and leather create a dramatic entry statement - "VILLA SETTIMO CIELO", Newport Coast, CA.: Home theater and wine cellar; creative accents in carved plaster, imported fabric, custom-designed lighting and etched glass create an elegant entertainment environment - "FRANKEL RESIDENCE", Rossmore, CA.: Kitchen; family heart-of-the-home with custom walnut and stainless cabinetry as family command and gathering center - "CHATEAU SAMARA", Newport Coast, CA.: Master Bathroom; classic details in Russian amber, flowing marble and antique vanities convey old-world elegance

 

COMMERCIAL PROJECTS...Proven Experience Designing Resorts, Hotels, Sales and Commercial Interiors - Design diversity in successful projects across the nation and around the world.

Commercial interiors targeting market success with innovative design (top left clockwise); "BARCORP BUILDING" Rocklin, MD.: Atrium; dramatic interior park-like lobby and decorative elevator core - "SUNCREST WELCOME CENTER" Draper, UT.: Reception Area; Multi-level messaging reinforcing features and benefits at community sales center for master planned mountain resort community with supergraphics, linticular prints, integrated video and thematic interior NATIONALS 2001 "BEST SALES PAVILION/INFORMATION CENTER" - "PALO ALTO HILLS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Palo Alto, CA.: Formal dining room relaxed elegance for member dining with reflected view of bay - "THE BEACH HOUSE" Hermosa Beach, CA.: Guest suite; custom built-ins and extensive ammenities for all-suite for sale resort hotel on the strand

 

CREATIVITY FOR SPECIAL PROJECTS...Unique projects with special challenges for special people - Whimsical or dramatic expressions exploring unlimited possibilites.

Creative projects (top left clockwise); "STAR'S SUITE" Las Vegas, NV.: Celine's Dressing Room; designed for a Diva as her personal retreat complete with private dining, office, massage in Celine's "zen"/contemporary esthetic - "ATLANTIS" Newport Beach, CA.: Playhouse; whimsical underwater themed playhouse with etched/fiber optic seascape, multiple LCD monitors, scaled built-ins and custom furnishings as part of the HomeAid charity Project Playhouse - "STAR'S SUITE" Las Vegas, NV.: Reception Room; comfortable gathering area for post-show entertaining in the largest celebrity suite on the famous Las Vegas Strip - "RESIDENCES AT JACKSON ST. RESIDENCE FIVE" Dallas, TX.: Great Room; flowing walnut flooring, presentation kitchen and integrated media in one of eight "penthouse suites" created in historic redevelopment project in downtown turn-of-the-century building
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