Who We Are.
At McCarten Design, we have been driven by a desire to design beautiful and functional spaces for more than 20 years. Our goal is to enhance quality of life through educated design decisions grounded in collaboration and experience. We will take the time to truly listen to your needs, fully understand your lifestyle and reflect your unique personality in every design decision. Throughout the process, our team will honor your style and functional needs while guiding you through the process and exceeding your every expectation.
Whether you are contemplating an extensive whole-home renovation, or want to start the process of building your dream home, we can provide the expertise to make sure your project goes smoothly.
We are located in Alexandria, Minnesota but our design services are not limited geographically. McCarten Design has assisted clients from around the country. Let us work with you to create a home that is inspired by the past, grounded in the present, and equipped for the future.
Meet The Team.
Kari Ziesemer
Courtney Childers
Our team possesses Interior Architecture and Design, Construction Management, and Sustainability degrees relating to the design-build industry. These degrees carry accreditation by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) and accreditation by the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA). We value continued education and are actively involved in American Society of Interior Designers. To advance our qualifications in the industry, our team has possessed a passing score on the fundamentals portion of the NCIDQ (National Council for Interior Design Qualification) exam.
In addition, we bring years of experience in the realm of design build. We have worked selling products such as flooring, cabinets, countertops, window treatments, furniture, paint, and textiles. We also have experience drafting custom home plans and working in commercial design firms. Let us use these experiences to benefit your next project! We can’t wait to work with you.