Business Details
Custom Interior Design Services in Long Beach, CA
Karen Highberger Interior Design has been dedicated to transforming spaces into personalized sanctuaries since its founding. With over 25 years of experience, our approach centers on active listening to understand each client's unique vision, lifestyle, and budgetary considerations. As a California Certified Interior Designer and Professional Member of IIDA, Karen brings deep expertise in period-correct kitchen and bath design, custom window treatments, and furniture fabrication. Our process emphasizes collaboration with architects and contractors to ensure seamless integration of aesthetics and functionality.We maintain relationships with exclusive product suppliers to source distinctive materials unavailable to the general public. Client satisfaction remains our highest priority, evidenced by long-term relationships spanning decades and multiple residential projects. Our portfolio demonstrates mastery across Spanish bungalows, modern homes, and commercial spaces, always balancing timeless design with contemporary needs. The firm's commitment to quality craftsmanship and transparent communication has earned consistent referrals from satisfied clients across Southern California.
Services
Interior Design Consultation
Construction Consultation
Hourly Consultation
Custom Kitchen Design
Period Correct Bath Design
Space Planning
Window Treatment Design
Color Consultation
Custom Furniture Fabrication
Finish Selection
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of residential and commercial design experience
- California Certified Interior Designer with IIDA membership
- Specialists in period-correct kitchen and bath renovations
- Exclusive access to premium design materials and furnishings
- Proven track record of 20+ year client relationships
Associations and certifications
- California Certified Interior Designer
- International Interior Design Association (IIDA)
What people say
Stunning timeless work of art
Truly delightful experience
Magical sense of color
Step out of my comfort zone
Delight to work with
Services
Interior Design Consultation
Develop comprehensive design concepts tailored to client preferences through detailed space planning, furniture layout, and finish selection. Provide scale drawings and color schemes while maintaining budgetary constraints. Collaborate with architects and contractors for cohesive implementation.
Construction Consultation
Offer expert guidance during construction phases including architectural integration, fixture specification, and custom cabinetry design. Monitor project progress to ensure design integrity while coordinating with builders and tradespeople for successful implementation of kitchen and bath renovations.
Hourly Consultation
Provide targeted design expertise for clients with established project directions. Assist with sourcing exclusive materials, validating design choices, and offering professional recommendations for window treatments, artwork, and specialty furnishings unavailable to the general public.
Custom Kitchen Design
Create period-appropriate kitchen designs incorporating modern functionality. Specify custom cabinetry, countertops, and fixtures while ensuring optimal workflow and storage solutions. Balance aesthetic appeal with practical considerations for durable, long-lasting spaces.
Period Correct Bath Design
Specialize in historically accurate bathroom renovations maintaining architectural integrity while updating fixtures and materials. Implement modern plumbing systems within period constraints to create functional yet authentic spaces that enhance property value.
People
Karen Highberger
Principal Designer
With over 25 years of experience, Karen is a California Certified Interior Designer specializing in period-correct renovations and custom residential spaces. Her expertise spans space planning, material selection, and project coordination.
Questions
What interior design services do you specialize in?
We specialize in custom interior design, period-correct kitchen and bath renovations, space planning, window treatment design, and custom furniture fabrication for residential and commercial clients.
How does your consultation process work?
We begin with in-depth client consultations to understand your vision, lifestyle needs, and budget before developing tailored design concepts and material selections for your specific project.
Do you work with historic or period homes?
Yes, we have extensive experience with period-correct renovations for Spanish bungalows and other historic homes while integrating modern functionality.
Are you certified by any professional organizations?
Karen is a California Certified Interior Designer and Professional Member of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA).
How long do typical projects take?
Project timelines vary by scope but we maintain consistent communication throughout each phase, from initial concept to final installation, ensuring timely completion.
Can you help with budget-conscious designs?
We work within client-defined budgets while maintaining quality standards, offering options from exclusive materials to cost-effective solutions that meet design goals.
