
About
Katie DeClaire
“Good design is invisible. It creates a feeling before it announces itself.”
Katie DeClaire is a Benicia, California-based interior designer with over a decade of experience working with residential projects. Trained at the New York School of Interior Design and having spent formative years at studios in London and Copenhagen, she brings an international perspective to each commission.
Her practice is intentionally small and selective. Each project receives Katie's direct attention from concept through installation — no handoffs, no diluted vision. Clients describe the process as collaborative and unhurried; the results as spaces that feel both distinctly designed and deeply personal.
DeClaire Design works with clients throughout the Bay Area and beyond, and takes on select projects nationally and internationally.
Services
What I Offer
Full-Service Interior Design
End-to-end design from concept to final installation, covering every element of the space.
Space Planning & Furniture Layout
Optimizing flow, proportion, and function before a single piece is selected or moved.
Material & Finish Specification
Rigorous selection of flooring, wall treatments, stone, tile, and hardware.
Furniture Procurement
Sourcing and purchasing furniture, lighting, and objects from trade and independent makers.
Lighting Design
Layered lighting strategies — ambient, task, and accent — with fixture specification and control systems.
Kitchen & Bath Design
Detailed design and specification of kitchens and bathrooms, including cabinetry and plumbing fixtures.
Renovation Coordination
Oversight of contractors and tradespeople throughout construction, acting as client advocate on site.
Virtual Design Consultation
Structured design guidance delivered remotely, for clients who want expert direction without full-service scope.
Contact
Get in Touch
DeClaire Design takes on a limited number of projects each year. If you'd like to discuss yours, send an email.
katie@declaire.design