Kara Mann Designs: Pleasant Sophistication


Kara Mann Designs was founded in 2005 with the design principle that ‘Life should be lived; your environment is where it should be enjoyed.’ With that in mind, the firm has created so many lovely interior spaces that exude pleasant sophistication. What I like about their projects is that they all have elegance and warmth that we long to have in our own homes plus their interior spaces always has interesting pieces of wood furniture that never fails to captivate my senses.



















images: Kara Mann

18 comments:

  1. DeidraJuly 25, 2009 at 6:25 AM

    What a beautiful space you have here. So many of these images take my breath away!

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  2. La Maison FouJuly 25, 2009 at 11:19 AM

    Thanks for stopping by the site,...love your blog too!
    Happy weekend!
    Leslie

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  3. vicki archerJuly 28, 2009 at 9:34 AM

    Gorgeous images - love this work, xv.

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  4. Rachel FollettJuly 28, 2009 at 5:00 PM

    These spaces are so chic and comfortable at the same time. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  5. anitaJuly 29, 2009 at 8:29 AM

    i love the simple bedroom w/ dark wood floor and textural linens in natural colors...very ahhhhh.

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  6. beachvintage.comJuly 29, 2009 at 7:23 PM

    Ooohh I love those wooden bar stools and that big wooden sculpture/artwork. Thanks for stopping by Beach Vintage and leaving a comment.

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  7. beauty commaAugust 2, 2009 at 8:43 AM

    The bedroom is gorgeous and could probably be done on a budget, too.
    Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment - hope you're having a great summer!

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  8. NinaAugust 5, 2009 at 1:30 PM

    What I really love about theses spaces (and, also, what I believe makes them sophisticated)is that they seamlessly combine together modern with classic. It's like a classic design that's refreshed!

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  9. theUngourmetAugust 6, 2009 at 11:07 PM

    I so want that kitchen and that outdoor space! Beautiful!

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  10. Maureen StevensAugust 7, 2009 at 4:52 PM

    Lovely, lovely images! the 7th & 8th one are my favorites! earthy yet sophisticated!

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  11. Job searchAugust 13, 2009 at 5:46 AM

    This is the kind of home interior design I’ve been looking for. I love the friendly ambiance with class of these designs, Kara you got yourself a fan. Love your work.

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  12. House and landAugust 13, 2009 at 5:49 AM

    I love Kara’s design philosophy, this is the kind of home I wanted for my family. Thanks for featuring Kara’s work. I just simply love it!

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  13. Kelee KatillacAugust 24, 2009 at 9:57 AM

    Gorgeous images! And design!!! So happy to know you!!! Thanks for stopping over.....

    love, kelee

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  14. Linda@ Lime in the CoconutAugust 27, 2009 at 3:11 PM

    Very cool...such a subtle masculinity and earthiness to most. Love 'em!

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  15. Denise KigganAugust 31, 2009 at 11:55 PM

    I love colour - but I love beautiful neutrals too!

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  16. ghost chairMay 26, 2010 at 3:18 PM

    the wooden coffee table in the first picture here is just my sort of thing! My grandpa has years of experience with woodworking and could make one for me easily :)

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  17. collage frameNovember 19, 2010 at 1:27 AM

    Those designs are breath taking. The wooden coffee table on the first photo is fantastic.

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  18. J@ shed building plansDecember 16, 2010 at 3:03 AM

    Wow, fantastic designs, my favorite one is the living room with the electric guitar in it, so simple but very elegant, love the colors and the wooden center table is beautiful as well.

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