about : karisa crest design

Karisa Crest Design is a residential interior design studio devoted to creating homes rich in architectural character, fine craftsmanship, and effortless glamour.

We bring creative vision and technical expertise to every detail, shaping intuitive floor plans, expressive materials, and distinctive architectural elements into a beautifully composed whole.

Rooted in thoughtful function, our interiors embrace comfort, creativity, and moments of surprise. We prioritize our human connections by reflecting on the people, places, and experiences that make each home entirely its own.

We choose to specialize in client privacy.

We love word of mouth recommendations as we are no strangers to Private Estates, NDA’s & CEO’s.

We prioritize client preferences on what we will or will not share as content for out of office use and on public domains, such as press, magazines or web use.

This includes all photography & design specifications.

ABOUT: KARISA CREST

I have loved Space Planning & Architecture since the day I drew my first Floor Plan at age eight.

As my passions grew, my heart led me to San Francisco in 2010, where I studied at the Academy of Art University in Interior Architecture and began working on Residential Homes for high-profile clients. 

I’ve been working with private estates and residential remodels ever since.

  • I tend to follow Timeless Classics as the foundation to any design and use them to expand your vision.

    • Classical design elements come from centuries of historical architecture and skilled craftsmanship, then applying a version or inspiration of style to your project.

    • Liveable Luxury: I like my interiors like I like my fashion, I don’t want to wait for a date night to dress up! From fabrics and fine details, to bold wallcoverings and the perfect artwork… we are not afraid to let your personality shine through.

    • Transitional: I am inspired by the juxtaposition of minimalist, modern designs and elevating them with Traditional Architecture. I am a mix of bright, wide-open spaces and a History Buff with a deep passion for Historical Architecture & Interiors.

    • Seasonal Rotation: Give me everything natural woods that blends into any color palette.

    • Real Materials: call it sustainable, holistic or luxury, raw materials give us life and we can never substitute real deal.

  • My favorite moment is when our Floor Plans on paper become physical standing studs on a new build/remodel. It's the first time that our clients can feel the physical space and really get to see the dream come to life. It lights a new fire within and fuels all the burning excitement to keep pushing forward.

  • As a Junior Interior Designer at Marsh & Clark Interiors, project one was a 16,000 Sqft - 4 Story Victorian Home on the Top of the Hill in San Francisco. It was every designers dream home - everything was custom, and everything was the best you could ask for in this world.

    But most of all, it was that life hands you exactly what you are capable of handling.

    Show up, Work Hard and Love what you do. Everything I do comes from the heart of passion.

  • Not in any particular order:

    • Dog Mom to a Great Dane, Zoey.

    • A Stay-at-home-Mom to a toddler.

    • Country Concerts

    • Mountain Camping

    • Summer Lakes

    • Sushi and Double Dates

    • Jazz Night Octobers

    • Wineries in the Spring

    • and a firepit with friends any time of year.