Welcome to Katherine Mueller Design. Located in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona, Katherine Mueller Design is an award-winning and innovative design studio. With hundreds of completed projects, this interior design studio in Scottsdale has lots to offer current and prospective clients. She has completed everything from re-models to brand new builds. Katherine Mueller opened her design studio…
DetailsThe Golden Sonoran Remodel celebrates the essence of modern desert living through rich golden tones, organic textures, and refined architectural craftsmanship. Brought into the project as a completely demoed shell, Katherine Mueller Design transformed the raw space into a warm, sophisticated retreat that feels distinctly Arizona, radiant, inviting, and timeless. From the start, the design…
The Desert Contemporary Adobe underwent a comprehensive remodel in close collaboration with the client’s architect and builder in North Scottsdale. The project’s central focus, the great room, boasts a substantial stone fireplace, a custom fireplace sculpture, and tailored furnishings. These elements were carefully chosen to complement the client’s existing artwork, which served as the guiding…
Our design approach for this project focused on achieving a luxurious and elegant home while overcoming various design challenges. The entryway sets the tone with a grand hand-blown glass chandelier, oversized glass front door, and custom marble and steel petal inlay flooring design. This floor pattern design was highly complicated and required excellent technical skills…
This Whisper Rock residence was envisioned as a timeless modern desert home, carefully balancing contemporary architecture with the warmth of organic materials. Working closely with the builder and architect, Katherine Mueller Design refined each detail to create a seamless expression of modern desert living, elevated, functional, and enduringly beautiful. The architectural foundation set the tone…
The Gilded Elegance Remodel reimagines a once dark and outdated Tucson home into a luminous retreat defined by softness, warmth, and intentional luxury. This full transformation of the primary suite was guided by a desire to create a serene, elevated environment that feels timeless, refined, and deeply personal. The primary bedroom was completely redesigned to…
Our New Mexican Ranch project epitomizes the harmonious blend of rustic charm and modern sophistication. As a new build, it presented unique challenges, such as reorienting the home on the lot to maximize the natural landscape and architectural synergy. One of the hallmarks of this project is the meticulous integration of antique details, sourced with…
Desert Legacy Renewed is a thoughtful reimagining of a beloved Southwest residence, honoring its architectural roots while introducing refined, modern livability. Originally designed by Lee Hutchison of Urban Design Associates, the home carries an enduring sense of place. Our goal was not to reinvent, but to carefully evolve the spaces in a way that respected…
Our client’s vision for a modern resort-style home led to the creation of this expansive residence. Challenges like seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living were met with practical solutions, ensuring durability and elegance. To combat sun exposure, we designed furniture with fabrics and materials resistant to sunlight, promising longevity and style. Custom window treatments were…
The Organic Contemporary Remodel is a testament to the seamless fusion of sophistication and nature-inspired aesthetics. This transformative project, which saw collaboration with a high-end builder, celebrates design that transcends time and trends, creating an abode that reflects modern sensibilities and the soothing touch of the natural world. From the outset, the “Organic Contemporary Remodel”…
The Quiet Wellness Primary Bath was envisioned as a restorative retreat, one that supports both physical well-being and mental calm. Once defined by an outdated Tucson palette and an inefficient cabinet layout, this primary bathroom was completely reimagined to better serve the client’s lifestyle and deep commitment to wellness. Our first priority was function. The…
The Sage + Sand Casita was envisioned as a multifunctional retreat that seamlessly expands the livability of the main residence. Our clients desired a space that could comfortably host guests while also serving as an inspiring, highly functional home office. In response, we crafted a thoughtful extension that honors the architectural language of the primary…
