KAREN BUTERA INC.  Interior Design & Merchandising

CONTEMPORARY DESIGN...Re-defining Timeless Style With Innovative Detail, Distinctive Textures and Color to Create Dramatic Modern Interiors, Both Inviting and Comfortable

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"METRO", A TRANSFORMATION...
As If By Magic; A High-rise Flat Is Transformed Into A Stylish Contemporary Pied-'a-terre 

Before and after images show the dramatic transformation of a high-rise flat in Salt Lake City.  As if by magic; designer details, custom finishes and dramatic use of materials combine with custom furnishings to create a modern design statement of personalized style.
 
Clean lines and artful use of color and texture define rich contemporary design details while furnishings remain inviting and comfortable. Innovative interior design and creative space planning define living areas within the open plan. 
A thorough understanding of existing building constraints offered opportunities for distinctive solutions to re-define the flat into stylish urban oasis with a sophisticated, modern style.

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CONTEMPORARY DESIGN-Disciplined Details Define the Essence of Contemporary Styling Where Less Is More. 

A focus on detail requires dramatic use of materials, execution of clean lines and creative use of both color and texture as the secret to re-defining contemporary design while retaining interiors that remain inviting and comfortable
.  Thorough understanding of project constraints offer opportunities for distinctive solutions that re-define timeless elegance in a sophisticated, modern style.

Innovative use and integration of simplified technology enhances the enjoyment of modern amenities while providing an opportunity for economical and responsible Green Design to complement the contemporary esthetic and offer the best of modern living.
   



PROMONTORY Las Vegas, Nevada
- Disciplined detailing defines that contemporary styling is all in the details and collaboration with craftsmen is the secret to execution of truly exceptional interior design for this 10,000sq.ft trophy home. A finalist in six national awards categories, Promontory was honored as 2008's Best In American Living Awards winner for "Best Bathroom", "Best Kitchen in a Home Over 4,000sq.ft." and "Best Detail in a Semi-Custom or Custom Home".  


"PROMONTORY"...A Trophy house and family home that defines contemporary design where less is more but textural warmth and inviting comfort are retained.  Within the dramatic architecture, an open plan creates gathering and conversation areas with intimate groupings of furniture upholstered in rich fabrics to complement a Zen balance of organic shape with clean line to complement the dynamic architectural statement.  

The interior design reinforces the "Yin and Yang" of curvilinear forms and rectangular design elements, utilizing natural materials such as harlequin patterned slate, stacked flagstone and walnut plank to balance imported crystal, leather and stainless steel. The quality of finishes are unparalleled, as "Promontory" is a true collaboration between client, architect, builder and designer equally engaged to implement the refined esthetic and disciplined design detail.    

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STREET of DREAMS, Las Vegas Style: "WINDERMERE" at McDonald Ranch - Henderson, Nevada, Las Vegas Street of Dreams 2002-"Best of Show" & "Best Interior Design" Best in American Living 2004: Gold Award "Best Kitchen" 


"WINDERMERE" (top left clockwise): living & dining room with custom waterwall and slate floors - master bathroom spa with ceiling filled infinity bath tub and expansive shower - family room and kitchen decorative ceiling details and open plan difining converstaion areas with area rugs - kitchen with a view, pre-cast range surround and command center at the heart of the home

 

FAMILY LIVING WITH DISTINCTIVE STYLE-"The Frankel Residence"; relaxed, modern style with stainless accents and designer appointments throughout the heart of this hip, stylish and infinitely livable family home   


"FRANKEL RESIDENCE" (top left clockwise): family room with presentation kitchen with espresso custom built-ins and stainless steel cabinetry - kitchen command center and family gathering spot with computer desk and expansive island - living room/home theater center for family entertainment connected to backyard fun - rumpus room off kitchen for supervised games and study


BEACH-FRONT FAMILY RETREAT-
Laguna Beach, CA.; Clean lines, relaxed style, soothing textures and easy maintenance for hip, up-scale beach-front cottages 


OCEAN-FRONT AT SLEEPY HOLLOW (top left clockwise): "RESIDENCE THREE" kitchen and great room with ocean view - "RESIDENCE FOUR" casita master bedroom - "RESIDENCE FOUR" great room and dining area - "RESIDENCE 4" master bathroom
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