Why Choosing a Local Denver Interior Designer Makes All the Difference
There’s no shortage of gorgeous design inspiration online. But when it comes to translating those ideas into your actual home—your specific architecture, your lifestyle, your timeline—it helps to have someone who doesn’t just get design, but gets Denver.
At Kate Bendewald Interior Design, we live and work here. We’ve walked your neighborhood, we know the quirks of your Tudor Revival windows or your Victorian brickwork, and we’ve likely collaborated with the same trusted trades and craftspeople you’re considering. That kind of local insight isn’t something you can outsource.
Design: Kate Bendewald Interior Design Photography: Jeff Jones
We Understand the Dever Design Landscape
Whether you’re in Cherry Hills Village, Wash Park, Hilltop, or Crestmore, we design with your neighborhood’s architectural language in mind. We’re constantly drawing from the city’s rich mix of old and new—those stately brick homes, English-inspired, and modern builds tucked into historic blocks.
As a classically trained interior designer with deep knowledge of historical residential architecture, I bring an informed perspective to homes that have heritage—and deserve to be treated with care.
Denver's Unique Architectural Styles
Denver boasts a wide range of architectural styles. From historic Victorian homes to modernist gems, the city's landscape is varied.
We can adeptly navigate these styles. We can blend modern and traditional aesthetics, capturing the essence of Denver's diverse architecture. Here are some of our favorite Denver architectural styles to work with:
Victorian homes
Tudor Revival
Mountain Modern
Dutch Colonial
Modernist designs
English Cottage
Cape Cod Style
Mediterranean
Ranch Homes
Denver Square
We’re On the Ground and In the Know
Designing a home is personal. It’s also logistical. We know which tile shop has the lead times to meet your install date, which fabric showrooms offer trade-only treasures, and how to dodge supply chain snags before they throw a wrench in your project. Our relationships with local vendors and contractors help move things along more smoothly.
Working with a local designer means:
On-site support: We can pop by for a walk-through or adjust plans in real-time.
Trusted network: Our go-to painters, millworkers, and upholsterers already know our standards (and yours).
Tailored sourcing: We shop local when it makes sense—both for your timeline and your budget.
Local Artisans: We have a network of local artists and artisans who can bring a personalized touch to your project.
Our Designs Reflect Your Story—and Your City
We believe great design is both personal and contextual. It should reflect you, but it should also belong to the place it lives.
For us, that means mixing refined finishes with a bit of Colorado ease. A collected feel with a nod to history. And yes, sometimes that means grounding a room with a family heirloom—or commissioning a piece from a Denver-based ceramicist we love.
Not Just Personalized—Personable
Our design process is rooted in connection. We listen deeply, ask the right questions, and bring structure to what can otherwise be an overwhelming process. Whether you’re embarking on a new build or updating a single room, we treat every project with care and clarity.
Clients tell us they choose KBID not just because of our design aesthetic, but because of how we make them feel throughout the journey—heard, supported, and excited.
Design: Kate Bendewald Interior Design Photography: Jeff Jones
How to Find the Right Denver Interior Designer for You
Here are a few questions to guide your search:
Do you feel a connection to their portfolio—not just visually, but emotionally?
Do they have experience with homes like yours—your style, your era, your scale?
Can they clearly walk you through their process from start to finish?
Are they collaborative and communicative? (You’ll be spending a lot of time together!)
You deserve more than a beautiful space—you deserve a partner who gets it right, from day one.
Ready to Work Together?
It’s never too early to start discussing your project with a designer. We are adept at helping clients get clarity on their vision, develop a project budget, and hire the right contractors, builders, or architects to round out the team.
If you're dreaming up a design project in Denver and want a team that’s experienced, creative, and deeply invested in this city, we’d love to talk. At Kate Bendewald Interior Design, we help homeowners create soulful, elevated interiors that reflect who they are and where they live.
Book a Call to see if we’re the right fit for your project.