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# Kari McIntosh Design

Original Houzz profile: [Kari McIntosh Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/kari-mcintosh-design-pfvwus-pf~2114024900)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA
- **Serves:** San Francisco, Peninsula
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (9 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
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- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 25,000 Ideabook Saves

Kari McIntosh Design is an award winning design firm specializing in residential projects emphasizing personal and beautiful spaces as unique as each individual client. Kari’s work has been published in Traditional Home Magazine, HGTV Magazine, Luxe Interiors + Design Magazine and featured online in, Elle Decor, California Home and Design, Apartment Therapy, Luxe Magazine, Rue Magazine, About.com, Modern Sanctuary and HOUZZ. Currently, Kari is designing a room for the 2017 SF Decorator Showcase. Kari is LEED AP certified and is an ASID Allied Member. Kari McIntosh Design is honored with the 2016 ASID Design Excellence Gold award in Bathroom Design and Silver awards for Residence (under 3,000 square feet) and Singular Space (Showhouse) for The Traditional Home Napa Valley Showcase and was awarded 2016 Best Of Houzz - Service.

### Services Provided

- Interior Design
- Kitchen Design
- Living Room Design
- Space Planning
- Furniture Selection
- Kids Bedroom Design
- Dining Room Design
- Lighting Design
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Home Office Design & Construction
- Custom Built-ins
- Floor Plans
- Project Management
- Entry Design
- Custom Bathroom Vanities
- Custom Furniture
- Playroom Design
- Laundry Room Design
- Mudroom Design
- Nursery Design
- House Plans
- Custom Home Bars
- Universal Design
- Custom Walk-in Closets
- Custom Rugs
- Sunroom Design & Construction
- Custom Fireplace Mantels
- Wine Cellar Design
- Sustainable Design
- Custom Shelving
- Custom Pantries
- Home Staging
- Downsizing
- Drafting
- Holiday Decorating
- Handicap-Accessible Design
- Green Building
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Historic Building Conservation
- Custom Murphy Beds
- Kitchen Remodeling

### Areas Served

- San Francisco
- Peninsula

### Typical Job Cost

$20,000 - 500,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Kari McIntosh Design |
| Address | Address Upon Request, San Francisco, California 94105, United States |
| Phone | (415) 341-1466 |
| Website | http://www.karimcintoshdesign.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 370 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/karimcintoshdesign
- X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/\#!/karimcintosh
- LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=38932642&trk=tab\_pro
- Blog — http://karimcintoshdesign.wordpress.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Kari McIntosh Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/kari-mcintosh-design-pfvwus-pf~2114024900)
- **Website:** http://www.karimcintoshdesign.com
- **Phone:** (415) 341-1466

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- 2017 ASID Design Excellence Award Winner - Kitchen Design and Singular Spaces, Nursery
- 2016 ASID Design Excellence Award Winner - Gold and Silver Awards
- Best of Houzz 2016
- LEED AP Allied ASID

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Service.

**Affiliations**
- [American Society of Interior Designers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-interior-designers-pfvwus-pf~1510192642)
- [ASID California Peninsula Chapter](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/asid-california-peninsula-chapter-pfvwus-pf~403471035)
- [U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/u-s-green-building-council-usgbc-pfvwus-pf~1797160658)
- [LEED AP](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/leed-ap-pfvwus-pf~1386238498)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 9 reviews**

### All 9 reviews

**★★★★★ — Jaime Ocampo, Oct. 2015**

> Kari did an excellent job putting our living room and dining room together. She picked a wonderful rug and great fabric for throw pillows.  She gave  great suggestions how arrange our art.

**Comment from Kari McIntosh Design:**

> Thank you so much for your review, Jaime.  It was a pleasure to redesign your living and dining room. I just adore the wallpaper installation with your amazing art.  Look forward to working with you in the future.

**★★★★★ — robertdayx, Feb. 2015**

> Kari was terrific! She understood clearly what we wanted and worked hard to make sure it all came out perfect.

**Comment from Kari McIntosh Design:**

> Thank you so much for your testimonial.  I really enjoyed bringing your vision for your San Francisco Victorian Remodel come to life.  My favorite part of the project was the creative problem solving for the fireplace installation and custom shower door handles. The wallpaper is just divine and I hope you are still enjoying it.

**★★★★★ — evefzar, Feb. 2015**

> She is wonderful and was very helpful with her excellent design advice. She suggested things that worked within our tastes and was very flexible. She helped manage the project once the work got underway. We were extremely happy with her and will use her again.

**Comment from Kari McIntosh Design:**

> Thank you for the testimonial!  I really enjoyed working with your family.  Your redwood trees mural is one of my favorite details of 2014 and I appreciate your trust in creating it.  Enjoy!

**★★★★★ — jenncolvin, Feb. 2015**

> I hired Kari to help finish a major remodel of my house - she picked an amazing color palette that worked with my personal style, the architecture of the house, and my existing art. I would definitely recommend her!

**Comment from Kari McIntosh Design:**

> Thank you for the testimonial Jenn!   It was such a pleasure to work with you on your remodel.

**★★★★★ — Caroline Lizarraga, Dec. 2014**

> I have worked with Kari on many projects and not only is she incredibly creative and talented, but very efficient. She has amazing vision, great communication, and overall a dream to work with. we are very lucky to be part of her projects.

**Comment from Kari McIntosh Design:**

> Thank you so much for your kind words.  The feeling is mutual!  Looking forward to many more projects together.

**★★★★★ — marshkamarsh, April 2014**

> Kari helped me with a kitchen remodel and paint color selection. She did a great job at looking at what would work best in my space, providing me with lots of options and her suggestions were great. She is very low pressure and wants to make sure that you are happy with the result. I really enjoyed working with Kari and highly recommend her for any type of budget.

**Comment from Kari McIntosh Design:**

> Thank you so much for the great review.  I really enjoyed working with you on your kitchen!

**★★★★★ — sotiria, Aug. 2013**

> Buying your first home is scary, having to remodel it too is overwhelming. Kari was a life saver. She was great to work with, listened to our family's needs, and created an overall vision for our home that beautifully reflected our style.
>
> Kari has a great eye and helped us weed through hundreds of options to find the perfect mix for our space. In fact, she helped us transform our small kitchen into a comfortable functional space that I absolutely love. From the backsplash to the countertops to the cabinets, Kari pulled the entire design together on our first shopping trip and our guests are always commenting how much they love it.
>
> I can't recommend Kari enough. She is so easy to work with, and a fantastic designer.

**Comment from Kari McIntosh Design:**

> Loved working with you on your family home.  'm looking forward to continuing your project with your master suite.  Excited for you both to finally have that retreat!

**★★★★★ — Brad Hanson, April 2013**

> Kari's attention to detail is exactly what we needed for our drapery needs. Kari helped us with a project at our new home; taking on every aspect of selecting hardware, vendors and fabric. She showed us 3-4 different priced options and really helped us to understand what we would/would not be getting for each price point. Kari finished off the job by managing the installation of the drapes. She is a true professional and a delightful individual to work with!!

**Comment from Kari McIntosh Design:**

> It was a pleasure working with you both!  Thank you so much for the great review.  Hope to work with you again.

**★★★★★ — allaboutfigs, March 2013**

> I'm finishing up an interior remodel/redesign and my designer Kari has been an amazing asset throughout this process.  Kari is creative yet practical, detail-oriented, a great listener who’s open to feedback, and is immensely patient.   Additionally she’s a consummate professional wowing me with her efficient and thorough follow through.  Hiring her was one of the best decisions (and investments) I made in this process.  My home has turned out more beautiful and more functional than I ever could have imagined!   I've recommended her to several friends and will continue to work with her myself on future home improvement projects.

**Comment from Kari McIntosh Design:**

> Wow!  Thank you so much for the great feedback.  I had so much fun working on your project.  Hopefully it helped you with your investment.  Hope to work with you again soon.

## Selected projects

- [San Mateo Spanish Style](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-mateo-spanish-style-pj-vj~2599355)
  - Location: San Mateo, CA
  - Photos: 73
- [2107 San Francisco Decorator Showcase](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2107-san-francisco-decorator-showcase-pj-vj~2599264)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 5
- [Handsome On Portola](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/handsome-on-portola-pj-vj~1720790)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 23
- [Family Friendly Russian Hill Victorian](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-friendly-russian-hill-victorian-pj-vj~1637273)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 28
- [Scenic Outdoor Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/scenic-outdoor-living-pj-vj~1273141)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 17
- [2014 Traditional Home Napa Valley Showhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2014-traditional-home-napa-valley-showhouse-pj-vj~885964)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: Housed in the historic cheese barn on property, the master bedroom and boudoir are appointed with a certain philosophy; beauty, comfort and nature are essential in life. Imagine this suite created as a boutique guest house in wine country — the bedroom retreat evokes the feeling of the French countryside with exposed rock and plastered walls. Romantic linens frame the bed reminiscent of cheese cloth; an homage to the history of this room in which cheese and butter were made and stored for the ar…
- [SOMA Layered Eclectic](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/soma-layered-eclectic-pj-vj~1063382)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 25
- [Mission Zen Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mission-zen-retreat-pj-vj~632387)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Piedmont Tudor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/piedmont-tudor-pj-vj~431093)
  - Location: Piedmont / Oakland, CA
  - Photos: 20
- [San Francisco Victorian](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-francisco-victorian-pj-vj~431068)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 13
- [West Portal Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-portal-craftsman-pj-vj~431034)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 19
- [Nursery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nursery-pj-vj~431005)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: Gender Neutral Nursery. Orange Ceiling. Grey Walls. Re-purposed furniture. Antiques. Vintage. Oeuf Crib.
- [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bathrooms-pj-vj~145231)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 26
- [Resort Chic Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/resort-chic-bathroom-pj-vj~1637266)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 10

[See all 14 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/kari-mcintosh-design-pfvwus-pf~2114024900)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Green and white chair.** *(in Photo Questions)*

Who makes the green and white end chairs?

A: Thank you for your question! They are custom through Kari McIntosh Design. Contact us to order something similar or a bespoke solution for you.

**Q: Chairs** *(in Photo Questions)*

I am in love with these chairs!!!  Would you kindly share the design/manufacture info?

Thanks!!!

A: Just seeing your note! These are custom chairs. You can order them through me. Serena and Lily carries something similar. Thank you,  Kari

**Q: What brand and pattern is the wallpaper in dining room please?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Thank you!

A: Thank you for your question! It is hand painted by talented Caroline Lizarraga.

**Q: Lucifer coffee table** *(in Photo Questions)*

Where might I find it?

A: Thank you so much! This is vintage, from the 70's. Wisteria had some similar options.

**Q: Beautiful bedroom!** *(in Photo Questions)*

Any info on the rug, blankie on the headboard? Luv it!

A: Thank you! The rug is new, silk from Santa Barbara's "Rugs & More". The Moroccan Wedding blanket over the headboard is vintage, sourced from "Love Adorned" in NYC.

**Q: comedor** *(in Photo Questions)*

Que color es el de la pintura del comedor

A: Thank you for your question! The cabinets were color matched to the kitchen cabinets Manufacturer's "pesto" color. The walls are Benjamin Moore Stoneware.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-13.*