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address: "1351 Laurel Street, San Carlos, California 94070, United States"
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# RKI Interior Design

Original Houzz profile: [RKI Interior Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/rki-interior-design-pfvwus-pf~2013319639)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators
- **Location:** San Carlos, CA
- **Serves:** San Francisco, San Mateo, Redwood City, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Los Gatos, Los Altos, Saratoga, Burlingame, San Carlos, Tahoe, Stanford, Hillsborough, Los Altos Hills, Atherton, Woodside, Portola Valley, West Menlo Park, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Carmel
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (14 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2014–2020), for Service.

## About

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Led by Principal Designer, Risë Krag, ALLIED ASID, LEED AP - RKI Interior Design is an award-winning, upscale interior design firm headquartered in San Carlos, California. 

RKI is known throughout the San Francisco/Peninsula area and Silicon Valley for its high-end residential and commercial design. With a team of mid-Peninsula natives, the entire RKI staff is intimately experienced with its area, specializing in the needs of the local community. We are proud to have built a reputation of trust and knowledge in our niche demographic; throughout the cities Hillsborough, Woodside, Atherton, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Portola Valley and more.

RKI is known for ground-up building and transforming homes into something sophisticated and timeless. We pride ourselves in managing projects from the blueprint to final move-in and décor. Our talented team of professionals provides personalized, flexible service and availability, especially during the build and construction process and ensure every project is not only seamless but a pleasure for our valued clientele. Feel free to contact us for a complimentary phone consultation; we would love to hear from you.


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Kitchen $65,000-$200,000
Powder Room/Bathroom $15,000 – $70,000
Living Room $30,000 - $100,000
Bedroom/Single Room $45,000 – $85,000
Outdoor Room $15,000 - $30,000
New Home (Ground Up) $3.5Million – $10Million
Whole Home Renovation $900,000 – $2Million
Home Additions $250,000-$600,000
Custom Drapery and Window Coverings $2,500 - $12,000 per treatment
Motorized Shades $7,000 - $15,000
CAD Drawings $5,000 - $65,0000
Lighting Design $5,000 - $20,000
Cabinet Design $5,000 – $20,000
Specification Packages $10,000 - $15,000
Paint Color Selection $2,500 - $5,000
Consulting $10,000 - $25,000
3D Visualization $5,000 - $25,000
Art Consultation and Selections $10,000 - $25,000

\*We offer custom furnishings, window coverings, bedding, linens and décor.

Your actual costs may vary based on the scope of your project. We offer a complimentary ½ hour appointment at our office.  In-home consultations are charged, starting at $150 per ½ hour.

### Services Provided

- Interior Design
- Kitchen Design
- Bathroom Design
- Living Room Design
- Bedroom Design
- Color Consulting
- Space Planning
- Furniture Selection
- Kids Bedroom Design
- Dining Room Design
- Custom Cabinets
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Lighting Design
- Home Office Design & Construction
- Custom Built-ins
- Entry Design
- Floor Plans
- Playroom Design
- Custom Furniture
- Custom Bathroom Vanities
- Laundry Room Design
- Mudroom Design
- Custom Blinds & Shades
- Custom Home Bars
- House Plans
- Art Selection
- Closet Design
- Universal Design
- Basement Design
- Custom Bookcases
- Custom Walk-in Closets
- Sunroom Design & Construction
- Custom Entertainment Centers
- Custom Rugs
- Custom Fireplace Mantels
- Home Theater Design
- Sustainable Design
- Wine Cellar Design
- Custom Shelving
- Custom Pantries
- Drafting
- Holiday Decorating
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Decluttering
- Historic Building Conservation
- Interior Design Photography
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Blue Print to Move In
- Executive Turn Key
- Full Service

### Areas Served

- San Francisco
- San Mateo
- Redwood City
- Palo Alto
- Menlo Park
- Los Gatos
- Los Altos
- Saratoga
- Burlingame
- San Carlos
- Tahoe
- Stanford
- Hillsborough
- Los Altos Hills
- Atherton
- Woodside
- Portola Valley
- West Menlo Park
- Carmel-by-the-Sea
- Carmel

### Typical Job Cost

$2,500 - 10 million

Kitchen $65-200K, Bath $15-75K, Singular Space $30-100K, Outdoor $15-30K, New Home $3.5-10 Million, Whole Home Renovation $900K – 2 Million, Add-ons $250-650K, CAD Drawings $5-65K, Lighting Design $5-20K, Cabinet Design $5-20K , Consulting $10-25K. We offer custom furnishings, window coverings, bedding, linens and décor. Actual costs vary based on scope of project. We offer a complimentary ½ hr appointment at our office. In-home consultations start at $150 per ½ hr.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | RKI Interior Design |
| Address | 1351 Laurel Street, San Carlos, California 94070, United States |
| Phone | (650) 854-9090 |
| Website | https://rkiinteriordesign.com/ |
| Followers on Houzz | 309 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/RKIInteriorDesign/
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/rise-krag-64431a14/
- Blog — https://rkiinteriordesign.com/

## Offers

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## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [RKI Interior Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/rki-interior-design-pfvwus-pf~2013319639)
- **Website:** https://rkiinteriordesign.com/
- **Phone:** (650) 854-9090

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- 2018 ASID Award Winners - Awards of Excellence
- California Peninsula and North Chapter of the ASID and NKBA
- Published work:
- Lighting Ideas Book
- California Home and Design
- Silicon Valley Magazine
- San Francisco Magazine
- Gentry Design Magazine
- Column "Real Solutions" - Palo Alto Weekly.

- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2014–2020), for Service.

**Affiliations**
- [AIA Custom Residential Architects Network](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-custom-residential-architects-network-pfvwus-pf~629398549)
- [National Kitchen & Bath Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-kitchen-and-bath-association-pfvwus-pf~1351084655)
- [ASID California North Chapter](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/asid-california-north-chapter-pfvwus-pf~848111714)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 14 reviews**

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — Valerie Kazansky, Nov. 2018**

> Rise Krag helped me with my complete home remodel here in Atherton. She was a pleasure to work with. Rise listened well to my wishes and needs. She was prompt, courteous, and very competent. We were so happy with the results.  Valerie

**★★★★★ — Dean J. Birinyi Photography, July 2014**

> Risë Krāg is a wonderful designer. Her work is sophisticated and elegant. Her talent for creating comfortable living environments in grand spaces is unparalleled in my experience.

**★★★★★ — Knorr Architecture, July 2014**

> Rise was the Interior Designer of a project we designed for a young couple in Los Alto, Ca. While the project was a remodel of an existing home, it was basically a total make-over. Rise and her design team were such a pleasure to work with, her attention to detail and choice on materials complemented our design perfectly. She really pulled this project together, highly recommend RKI if you are looking for an Interior Designer.

**★★★★★ — Thomas Smith, Jan. 2014**

> My wife and I worked with RKI Interior Design in connection with the rebuild of the top two floors of our home located in Menlo Park.  Rise and Nicole in particular were incredibly valuable resources to us throughout the entire year-long project and provided outstanding recommendations regarding room designs, room layouts, fixtures, finishes, colors, and almost anything else related to our home's design and build for which we needed input or advice. We were particularly appreciative of Rise and Nicole's responsiveness outside of regular business hours when last-minute decisions had to be made and for which their guidance proved invaluable and spot-on.
>
> It is abundantly clear to us that our home would not have turned out anywhere nearly as well had we not engaged RKI to guide us throughout the process. We would highly recommend RKI to anyone considering a remodel, large or small.

**★★★★★ — EXPERT WOODWORKING, Oct. 2013**

> I have worked with RKI Interior Design on many projects, large and small, over the last 7 years or so. What a delight to work with such a talented and competent professional. The design firm brings some very important things to the table. Dedication, experience, and talent. RKI's customers are never taken for granted. RKI has an awesome staff to keep the project organized and on track. As a cabinetmaker, I thrive on timely decisions and answers to questions. With RKI I am never kept waiting, and my work can proceed without costly delays. How many design firms deserve these compliments? Not many, and I'm always delighted to be a part of their projects.

**★★★★★ — heistadri2000, July 2013**

> We would recommend Rise and her team of designers to anyone. We have worked several times with Rise, Nicole and Ingeborg. They all are talented and easy to work with. They took the time to understand our family's needs and lifestyle before making any suggestions. They ask questions and are respectful of budgets. We used RKI Interior Design when we added a second story to our home and several years later when we remodeled the kitchen. With the first, larger remodel, they helped us design several bathrooms, select paint color throughout the house, lighting, furniture and rugs. They suggested furniture that would be lovely yet work for a family with 3 young children. They were always helpful but not pushy. With our kitchen remodel, they gave us 3 alternatives from very simple to designs with a greater number of changes, taking into consideration how we entertain and how we live day to day. They were responsive to our requests and questions and accommodated my own schedule when we set up meetings.
>
> The staff is warm yet professional. I am not a decorator nor do I always enjoy selecting colors, furniture, tile, lighting, paint colors, etc. RKI Interior Design made it fun and alleviated the stress of all those decisions!

**★★★★★ — constancecrawford, July 2013**

> I moved from a large house to a one-bedroom apartment in a retirement community last year, and I asked my friend Rise Krag for her help with partial redecorating. She at once made a wonderful and unexpected suggestion on wall colors which has been very successful and pleasing to live with. She has shown me how to make focal points of certain of my heirloom belongings, and her knowledge of and feeling for color is unerring. Rise has brought the plant colors from my balcony garden indoors with charming effect.  She has also advised me on lighting and has been helpful with specific suggestions on product catalogs, etc. Although I did not ask Rise to do a complete redecoration of my apartment, she has succeeded, with just a few professional visits and access to her by telephone, in making my apartment attractive and comfortable.
> Constance Crawford
> Palo Alto, CA

**★★★★★ — Fisher Power & Data Inc, July 2013**

> After 23 years of projects in the Bay Area, we have had the opportunity
> to work with a great many different design firms. We have worked with RKI Interior Design on several projects as well as consulting with them on our own showroom. RKI sets themselves apart not only by the originality and aesthetic harmony of their designs but also by the professional competence of their staff. In so many cases design professionals are so caught up in imposing their concept of design that they loose sight of the timeline, budget and even aesthetic goals of the client. This is certainly not the case with RKI Interiors. I am always amazed watching Rise Krag during a production design meeting as she truly listens to the what the client is wanting, is able to absorb all the input from the various professionals present and then at the end of each meeting, present an artistic solution or plan that keeps the project focused and moving. This is an extremely rare and valuable talent in such an artistic person and firm.

**★★★★★ — Lauren Nally, July 2013**

> They are always a pleasure to work with.  They know the materials very well and always keep in mind the overall project vision.  I would recommend them to anyone!

**★★★★★ — qstone, July 2013**

> I have known Rise Krag for many years in both a personal and professional capacity. One could not ask for a better interior design specialist. For openers, she is an artist. This is reflected in the innovative and original concepts she brings to every project. She understands color, texture and three dimensional composition--important for living comfortably in a home. Her awards for design are on record and are impressive. She works well with both small and large budgets and listens carefully to what a client wants. Sooo..don't delay--hire Rise today! (I just had to say that)
> Q. Stone  Unique Works of Art

**★★★★★ — Jane Barbeau, July 2013**

> RKI did a fantastic job with an incredibly quick turnaround time when we purchased and remodeled a new house.  We had only weeks to complete construction before occupying the house, and Rise and her staff were able to design and implement some beautiful upgrades to the premises.  They are responsive, creative and very well connected with vendors.  We highly recommend RKI Interior Design.

**★★★★★ — User, July 2013**

> It is a pleasure working with RKI! I've done specialty finishes and decorative painting for Rise since 2004. My experience with RKI and staff is always very positive, upbeat, respectful, inspirational and very professional.

## Selected projects

- [Monte Sereno Family Home - ASID GOLD WINNER](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/monte-sereno-family-home-asid-gold-winner-pj-vj~5783393)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Hillsborough Family Home Contemporary Remodel- ASID SILVER WINNER](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillsborough-family-home-contemporary-remodel-asid-silver-winner-pj-vj~5783400)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Los Altos Kitchen Remodel - ASID BRONZE WINNER](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-kitchen-remodel-asid-bronze-winner-pj-vj~5783397)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Portola Valley Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/portola-valley-residence-pj-vj~68006)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
- [Atherton, California Estate II by Markay Johnson Construction](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/atherton-california-estate-ii-by-markay-johnson-construction-pj-vj~105064)
  - Location: Atherton, CA
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: Builder: Markay Johnson Construction visit: www.mjconstruction.com This Traditional home with European influence is extraordinary in every sense of the word. Upon entering the two-story foyer, the reflection of beveled glass light draws the eye to a bridged upper iron balcony overlooking the grand entry. Beautiful symmetry flows through each space of the home igniting its architectural flair and design detail. Two perfectly appointed custom iron staircases flow with ease of access to exquisitely…
- [Executive Turnkey](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/executive-turnkey-pj-vj~2671541)
  - Location: Menlo Park, CA
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: This Condo was purchased many years ago by a family living abroad while their son was attending Stanford University. Over the years, the family has grown and they continue to enjoy frequent visits to the Bay Area. It was important to them to be able stay in the comfort and accessibility of their own place; however, the place was outdated and lacked cohesiveness and functionality. This Condo project was a complete remodel with updated kitchen, baths, lighting, window and floor treatments, new fur…
- [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchens-pj-vj~68022)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [Mill Valley Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mill-valley-residence-pj-vj~2243105)
  - Location: Mill Valley, CA
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: Originally designed by local renowned architect, Charles Moore.
- [Atherton New Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/atherton-new-home-pj-vj~2243113)
  - Location: Atherton, CA
  - Photos: 5
- [Living Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/living-rooms-pj-vj~68018)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [Hillsborough Playhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillsborough-playhouse-pj-vj~94120)
  - Location: Hillsborough, CA
  - Photos: 5
- [Palo Alto New Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palo-alto-new-home-pj-vj~2243114)
  - Location: Palo Alto, CA
  - Photos: 1
- [Hillsborough Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillsborough-remodel-pj-vj~2243115)
  - Location: Hillsborough, CA
  - Photos: 1
- [Details Matter](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/details-matter-pj-vj~401814)
  - Location: Atherton, CA
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: DETAILS MATTER Atherton new home We approach Interior Design as if we are composing music. Establishing themes, even simple motifs, which can reoccur throughout the project, unites the space. Classic elements are often reinterpreted in a more contemporary way. In this recently constructed home we repeated a refined geometric design in various rooms: the kitchen backsplash over the cooktop, the butler’s pantry floor and in the living room, the large overhead fixture, the ceiling, and the fireplac…
- [Menlo Park High Rise - Furnishings & Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/menlo-park-high-rise-furnishings-and-remodel-pj-vj~94154)
  - Location: Menlo Park, CA
  - Photos: 3
- [Recent Installations](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/recent-installations-pj-vj~94099)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Mill Valley bedroom decor Large mirror Asian accessories Interior Design: RKI Interior Design Plants: Living Green Photo: Brandon Pruett, Living Green
- [Bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bedrooms-pj-vj~94141)
  - Location: Atherton, CA
  - Photos: 4

[See all 17 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/rki-interior-design-pfvwus-pf~2013319639)

## Ideabooks

- [Hillsborough Residence - "Before & After"](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/79855546/list/hillsborough-residence-before-after) — 6 ideas
- [Sharon Heights - "Before & After"](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/79701381/list/sharon-heights-before-after) — 6 ideas

[See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/rkiinteriordesign)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Love the tile** *(in Photo Questions)*

What is the tile?

A: I recall it us from Ann Sacks. Good luck with your project!
Rise Krag

**Q: Beautiful foyer piece!** *(in Photo Questions)*

Where is the demilune from?

A: Thank you for your compliment!  The demi-lune was either an existing piece from the client or a new purchase from Baker.  Unfortunately, we don't entirely remember - it's been well over 10 years!  Goes to show how timeless great architecture and classic, beautiful furnishings can hold their style.

**Q: What is the brand of undercounter tv?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: thank you for your interest in our Interior Design services.
Since TV's change so frequently, I would suggest you see what is available 
in your local. If you are in the SF Peninsula, I would suggest you contact 
Fisher Power & Data to ask for their recommendation.  (650) 964-1000

**Q: Hi! Could you suggest the manufacturer / model of the glass shell?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Thanks for asking.  This is a custom sink that The Bath + Beyond in San Francisco helped us with.  Good luck with your project!

**Q: What is the perimeter counter tops please? Thank you.** *(in Photo Questions)*

They look white but may have veining?

A: We used Princess White Quartzite. There should not be veining. 
Good luck with your project! Let us know if we can help you.

**Q: What are the room dimensions for this kitchen?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: The room is larger than this image. Count on 24" for cabinets and 40" isle space. The island should be wide enough for drawers and cabinets on each side. The length depends on two things, the appliances you want to use and the size of the slab you have selected. Don't forget the edge allowance. 
Good luck. Let us know if you need more help.
RKI

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-05.*