Elevated Interiors, Intentional Process

BASED in Austin, TX
Serving clients Worldwide

WE ARE a Full-Service INTERIOR DESIGN COMPANY that Offers BESPOKE Design, PLANNING & PROJECT Management.

A white vase with bare, twisting branches on a dark wooden table against a white wall with a framed print in the background.
Modern dining room with a large dark wood table, six black chairs with brown seats, a decorative plant in a large black bowl, a contemporary chandelier, and panoramic city views through floor-to-ceiling windows. 
Who we work with

Your Project PARTNER From Concept to COMPLETION

Floor plan of an office with multiple workspaces, conference rooms, restrooms, and common areas.

Businesses

Strategic, concierge-level guidance from initial scoping and budgeting through design and project management.

Modern living room with large window view, beige sofa, armchairs, bookshelf, coffee table, and indoor plants.

Homeowners

Thoughtful, white-glove design for new builds, remodels, and furnishings — from first conversation to move-in day.

Interior Designers

Rigorous plan review and focused business coaching, for designers who hold themselves to the highest standard.

"All beautiful things are made by those who strive to make something useful."  

- Oscar Wilde

View Our Work
  • Modern living room with large window view, beige sofa, black armchair with white throw, bookshelf, coffee table with decor, potted plants, rug, chandelier, and natural light.
  • A bedroom with a white bed, striped pillow, beige blanket, blue accent wall, wooden nightstand, vase with orange flowers, white wall sconce, small plant, and decorative bowls.
  • Bathroom with black patterned wallpaper, oval mirror, marble sink, black faucet, soap dispenser, towel ring with white towel, window with patterned curtain, wall-mounted light fixture.
  • Modern dining room with a view, featuring a wooden table with three potted plants and a large black decorative bowl, surrounded by six black chairs with upholstered seats, a contemporary chandelier with glass globes, large windows showing a cityscape, and a beige and blue patterned rug.
  • A modern grey wooden bookshelf with plants, books, and decorative objects arranged on its shelves.
  • Colorful mural of city skyline and abstract shapes on a stairwell wall.
  • Interior of an office or reception area with a large logo on the wall reading 'Health Alliance for Austin Musicians' featuring a guitar with medical symbols, wooden shelves with water bottles and folded clothes, a white counter with a plant and stack of notebooks, and chairs around a wooden counter.
  • A large black bookshelf filled with colorful books, some plants, framed photos, and decorative items, located at the top of a staircase with wooden steps.
  • Modern kitchen with white cabinets, marble countertops, and stainless steel appliances, including a built-in oven and stovetop. Large sliding glass door opens to a backyard with a tree, green grass, and outdoor furniture. Decor includes vases with plants and fruit, and pendant lights over the island.
  • A bedroom with a pink upholstered bed, colorful pillows, floral and Asian-themed wallpaper, a window with blinds, a small table with a lamp, potted orchid, and a pink velvet stool, with wooden flooring and a patterned rug.
  • A modern bathroom with dark blue textured tiled wall, oval mirror, brass wall sconces, a dark wooden vanity, a grey vessel sink, a vase with flowers, and a candle.
  • A wooden bookshelf with a photo of a leopard in the middle, surrounded by books, candles, a plant, and a camera, against a brick wall and a white wall with framed art.
  • A marble-top table with a book titled 'The Animal Kingdom' featuring a tiger on the cover, a glass bowl with candles inside, and a small succulent plant in a gray pot. The table is on an ornate, patterned rug with floral motifs. 
Spaces they love

WORDS we TREASURE

Work With Us
  • A bedroom with a white headboard, white pillows, a blue velvet pillow, a wooden bedside table, a large ceramic vase with orange and yellow tulips, a small bowl, and a pot with green plants, against a teal wall.

    "I have worked with Kathleen on several projects over the years and her insight, talent, flexibility, and energy never cease to amaze me! She has a wonderfully generous spirit and such a creative mind. Kathleen thinks outside the design box and can honestly pull anything together - absolutely bring her onto your next design project!"

    - Leigh W.

  • Modern open-concept living room and kitchen with a light-colored sofa, dark kitchen cabinets, and barstools.

    "We’re currently working with Kathleen on designing our home, and she has been absolutely incredible. She is not only talented and thorough, but has also been organized and patient throughout the entire process. Kathleen has a keen eye for detail and design, while also listening carefully to our needs and ensuring everything aligns with our vision."

    - Poonam P.

  • A modern dining area with a wooden table, glass chairs, and pendant lighting. In the background, a balcony with outdoor seating is visible through sliding glass doors, and large windows let in natural light.

    "What impresses me most is her ability to truly listen and translate a vague idea into something tangible, beautiful, and practical. She’s not just about aesthetics (though her designs are consistently stunning); she also anticipates how spaces will be used day-to-day, ensuring comfort, productivity, and flow."

    - Dub R.

  • A modern conference room with a long wooden table surrounded by blue and white office chairs. The room features a colorful floral mural on one wall, a large flat-screen TV on another wall, and a few small potted plants. Natural light streams through the windows.

    "Our company, Cayetano Development, LLC has been using Material Design firm for several years now. Material Design is a full office (and home) design and remodel firm. They have been responsible for designing several of our office locations, start to finish. We have been extremely satisfied with their work."

    - Tracy M.

A woman with dark hair sitting on a patterned chair inside a store that sells colorful fabric and bags.
Stylized geometric snowflake pattern in navy blue on black background.

Kathleen Anderson, Principal Designer

Creative vision, technical depth, and real-world construction experience — brought to every project with intention, rigor, and an eye shaped by decades of travel and study.

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