Meet the Team

PRINCIPAL DESIGNER

As principal designer of Karen Kempf Interiors, Karen built her firm on 25 plus years of experience in the design industry. Raised in Wisconsin, Karen graduated from Mount Mary University with a degree in Fashion Merchandizing and accepted a job in New York City to work as an assistant editor at GQ Magazine. While in New York, Karen discovered her passion for design. She graduated from FIDM in San Francisco with a degree in Interior Design, and worked as a designer in California for over 11 years. She later relocated home to Wisconsin to open her firm in 2002. Karen’s love for design is fueled by the process of developing design concepts and translating the vision for a project into a reality.

INTERIOR DESIGNER

Clare is an interior designer at Karen Kempf Interiors. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee with a bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology but decided to follow her natural creative talent to pursue an additional degree in Interior Design. Clare brings experience designing for both residential and commercial spaces and her varied background brings endless creativity to every project. Clare loves working with a collaborative team in a dog-friendly environment, allowing her to bring her dog to work.

OFFICE MANAGER

Kelly joined Karen Kempf Interiors in 2022 as Office Manager. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from Mount Mary University and has over 15 years of design experience. Kelly coordinates project logistics and client relations throughout every step of each project. Her favorite part of her job is ensuring projects run smoothly from start to finish and seeing the final result.

COMMUNICATION MANAGER / ASSISTANT DESIGER

Jane originally joined the Karen Kempf Interiors team to create social media content, but her role naturally grew to also supporting design projects. Jane graduated from Carthage College with a bachelor’s degree in Communication and Public Relations and enjoys working with people. Jane’s favorite part of her job is getting to know clients’ personal style and finding ways to showcase that through meaningful details to make their space feel like home.

PROCUREMENT MANAGER / ASSISTANT DESIGNER

Pam began working with Karen Kempf Interiors after 20 years in the retail boutique industry. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a Bachelor of Science in Environment, Textile & Design. Pam relishes the process of finding the right finishing touches in home accessories that will elevate your space. Her favorite part of her job is seeing how the many facets of design come together to create a home that reflects the clients taste and interests.

OFFICE DOG

Gus became a part of the Karen Kempf Interiors team in 2021, when he was just eight weeks old. He brings a background in customer service, communication, and micromanagement that enhances the Karen Kempf Interiors experience. When Gus isn't sleeping on the job, he is being a very good boy, offering moral support, a head to rub, and a snoot to boop. If you stop in the office, make sure to say hi to Gus!