About Interior Design Services by Karen Hampton

"DESIGN - Art with a clearly defined purpose that stands the test of time."  

 - Karen Hampton


ABOUT KAREN HAMPTON INTERIOR DESIGN

Karen Hampton + Interior Design is a boutique retail and design firm located in San Clemente, California as well as the Washington, DC. The business works exclusively with local home owners, realtors, architects and contractors on residential new construction and remodels as well as small commercial projects. Organizing the orderly progression of all design and construction; services include client programming, conceptual and finished layout, fixture selection and specification, project management as well as procurement and installation of product. The kh+id team are committed to forming relationships with their clients that ensures a “client centered” focus that is sensitive to budgets and time management. 

 


OUR TEAM


MEET KAREN HAMPTON

Karen Hampton brings a 26 year history of creative and retail experience to the design table. From 1997 thru 2009, Karen Hampton owned and operated three successful home furnishing boutiques located in Dallas, Laguna Niguel, California and Wilmington, North Carolina. While in Wilmington, Ms. Hampton was the exclusive model home designer for six separate home tracks developed by Steven Fine Homes. Since 2010, Karen Hampton has been engaged in the design and execution of residential interior projects in southern Orange County, Colorado, Massachusetts, Virginia as well as the Broadway restaurant in downtown Laguna Beach and furnishing selections for Vaca a restaurant located at the Center for the Performing Arts in Costa Mesa.

kh@idskh.com |  949-584-4501

EDUCATION

  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology - University of Houston

  • Master of Human Development - University of Texas, Dallas

  • Interior Design - Interior Designer Institute – Newport Beach, California

MEMBERSHIPS AND CERTIFICATIONS

  • Interior Design Certification – Interior Designer Institute

  • Member of American Society of Interior Designers

MEET PATRICK MCCORMACK

Patrick is the Project Manager for the day to day business as well as the NEW Retail Store. A contractor for the past 35 years, we are excited to have him share his 35 years of construction and product knowledge! He is able to answer all our questions as well as our clients!

PATRICK@IDSKH.COM I 714.614.5683

 MEET MICHELLE SHEPHERD

Michelle always had a passion for interior design fostered through working on her own personal and rental properties remodels where she oversaw all aspects of the design phase including planning product selection, installation, aesthetics, and finishes. After the fortuitous meeting of Karen Hampton, Michelle was empowered to pursue her love of design, textiles, and art enrolling in courses at the Interior Designers Institute where she holds a certification in Interior Design and is actively pursuing her AA Degree in Interior Design.

Michelle comes from a background of manufacturing and warehousing where she owned and operated her Texas based company supplying disaster relief items to state and local agencies as well as FEMA. Understanding the importance of product specification, supply, and logistics, Michelle will work to create a seamless integration of business principles and interior design.

Michelle holds two bachelor’s degrees from Michigan State University in Supply Chain Management and Textile Sciences as well as a bachelor’s degree in Fiber and Materials Studies from the School of the Art Institute Chicago.

Recognizing that your home has six surfaces to enhance, transform and inspire, Michelle will think outside of the four walls in your home to create a unique space for your needs!

MICHELLE@idskh.com | 858-213-1281

EDUCATION

  • Interior Design - Interior Designer Institute - Newport Beach, California

  • Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fiber and Material Studies - The School of the Art Institute Chicago

  • Bachelor of Science in Apparel and Textile Design - Michigan State University

  • Bachelor of Arts in Supply Chain Management - Michigan State University

MEMBERSHIPS AND CERTIFICATIONS

  • Interior Design Certification – Interior Designer Institute

 

MEET ALEXANDRIA "ALLEY" HAMPTON

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Located in Washington, DC, Alley Hampton offers a variety of design services to enhance the interiors of her clients. From large-scale remodels to quick makeovers and staging, Alley can help turn any project into your dream space. K | A Hampton + Design is a full-service boutique interior design company that handles all design aspects ranging from soft finishes to complete remodels. 

Since she was a little girl, Alley has always had an eye for design and partnered with her mom to form K | A Hampton + Interior Design. 

Alley currently lives in Washington D.C. with her husband and is thrilled to work with her mom to bring their design expertise to both coasts! 

alley@idskh.com | 949-584-4502

 

MEET PING CHEN


After completing her school internship with Karen Hampton + Interior Design, Ping joined the team! Along with specializing in Kitchen & Bath Design, her computer skills, space planning and passion for modern design have become a valuable asset. Ping loves to take inspiration from nature and her travels around the world, and merge it with a modern eye for design and innovation. She lives in Orange County with her husband and dog, Winston.

PING@idskh.com | 626-272-4005

EDUCATION

  • Bachelor of Science in Finance - California State of University of Northridge

  • Associate Degree in Interior Design - Mt. San Antonio College

  • Associate Degree in Interior Design Kitchen and Bath - Mt. San Antonio College

MEMBERSHIPS AND CERTIFICATIONS

  • Interior Design Certification - Mt. San Antonio College

  • Interior Design Kitchen and Bath Specialization Certification - Mt. San Antonio College

  • Member of American Society of Interior Designers



TESTIMONIALS

 

Richard Wolpow, Lake Arrowhead New Construction

Relationship: Client

Project Date: September 2012

I have worked with Karen on my lake house project for over a year. She has great ideas and relationships that get the job done and on budget. She will stick to her guns when she believes in something - which is good because I was stubborn at times and not always able to see the big picture. Equally though, she did see and support my vision. I am very excited about the outcome.  

Thank you both for a great job!

 

Julie Locke, Realtor

Relationship: Colleague

Project Date: From 2013 to present

Karen is a consummate professional and very talented at what she does. Karen has and does work with most of my clients, she also did all the design at 7 Beachcrest in Pelican Hill, Newport Coast and works in California and also out of state for my clients. I highly value the relationship I have with Karen because my clients love her and she makes my job much easier. Karen comes to you with my highest recommendation. 

 

Tara Santosuosso

Relationship: Client

Project dates: 2009 - to present

I've worked with Karen over the course of the last seven years on projects in California, Colorado and Massachusetts ranging from new construction to renovations and everything in between. She is a highly talented designer.Her attention to detail is second to none. Her customer service is impeccable, which is a high compliment coming from myself as I hold people to a very high standard. I initially chose to work with Karen after receiving a referral from a trusted friend but have and will continue to use her based upon her superior work product and ease to work with.  I would highly recommend her to anyone with both discriminating tastes and a high standard.