At Tower Design, we specialize in curating refined, sophisticated interiors that merge innovation with artistry. Based in Palo Alto and serving the discerning Bay Area homeowner, our firm delivers a highly personalized design experience tailored to your lifestyle, aspirations, and investment in quality living.
Palo Alto is more than a city—it’s a global hub of innovation and understated elegance. From heritage-lined avenues to architecturally significant estates nestled among redwoods, the homes here reflect a rare blend of intellect, sophistication, and lifestyle. At Tower Design, we curate interiors that match this elevated standard, offering a highly tailored experience for those who expect excellence. We bring your vision to life by:
Though each home is distinctive, our signature approach often unfolds through:
Clean architecture softened with wood tones, natural textures, and Danish-inspired furnishings.
Relaxed linens, coastal hues, and indoor/outdoor transitions built around sunlit patios and thoughtful storage.
A neutral base warmed by stone, velvet, artisan lighting, and statement hardware—simple yet elevated.
Integrated AV and automation, hidden solutions, and intuitive smart systems wrapped in refined finishes and quiet luxury.
Tower Design Interiors is a client-focused, full-service interior design firm with expertise in luxury residential and commercial interior renovation and decoration.
Your home should work for your life, so we plan around your daily routines, and aspirations for the future.
We seamlessly integrate home automation, lighting control, and smart systems—hidden but intuitive—creating spaces that feel sophisticated and simple to live in.
We balance your home’s architectural character with Palo Alto’s climate, heritage, and local building norms—always aiming for harmony and sustainability.
We leverage strong vendor and artisan relationships to provide top-grade materials and unique furnishings—without inflating costs.
From coordinating contractors to managing deliveries and timelines, we hold the vision and execution so you can focus on living—not logistics.
Your home should age gracefully—with design that transcends fads, while remaining fresh, functional, and full of heart.
I highly recommend Tower Design Interiors. Their ability to source just the right furniture, art, decor, architectural element, etc. is always with a sophisticated understanding of color, architecture, design and art that surpasses anyone else we have worked with. We are thrilled with our current project. Excellent skillful service. Great communication, highly professional, organized. We recommend Tower Design Interiors.
awesome ness would killKathleen is a skillful master at what she does with supreme knowledge of the industry. She possesses many sources and connections for artisans, furniture, decor and subs. Her remodeling skills and taste are impeccable! She and her team are well organized, communicative and it is always a pleasure to work with. Her amazing design sense is truly invaluable. Highly recommend Tower Design to anyone renovating, decorating or building.
Jacqueline BurbankKathleen McMullen has been my designer for three of my homes and is the only interior designer I will ever consult again. She’s the best!!!! Her level of knowledge, resources, skill and overall abilities were beyond what I expected. Couples with her ability to work within a specific budget she is what you want. A savant with art and decor. If you are looking for a luxury Interior Designer in Scottsdale, Kathleen is that and so much more.
John SpaldingWhat a pleasure it has been working with Kathleen and her Tower Design team! Kathleen has helped us to both design and furnish our newly remodeled Scottsdale home. The journey lasted a year and a half, and we are so grateful for her grace and wealth of information and counsel. From the very start, Kathleen helped us to envision and make the home that we wanted a reality. Tower Design Interiors is a breeze to work with because they are extremely organized, patient, and flexible. Kathleen’s sense of color, space and design is unmatched. Her grasp of art and design is absolutely superior to anyone I have ever worked with. Our beautiful home is so comfortable, and stunning all at once. We would highly recommend Kathleen and her team for their expertise in all phases of design, construction and interior design.
Elyshia HollidayTower Design Interiors have been nothing short of amazing. Kathleen designed our second home and it was such a blessing to have her as both our designer and our spokesperson. She has been a valued asset: professional, attentive, a great communicator and innovative in her approach and style. We are more than ecstatic as the outcome is stunningly beautiful. She made a complex project seem easy, and we loved working with her. I highly recommend Tower Design Interiors and look forward to future projects with them.
Sharon Moreno
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We work on a range—from 1920s bungalows to mid-century moderns to new custom homes—always tailoring our approach to each home’s character.
Typical timelines range from 8-12 months, However, we have furnished entire homes in as little as 6 weeks, so that is not impossible. Timeframes do depend on the scope of work. We’ll always share a customized project schedule during our initial phase that will give a good estimate of .
We begin with a realistic investment range and continuously track cost categories—materials, labor, furnishings—to keep your project aligned and transparent.
Yes, we can hide wiring and integrate smart features subtly—balancing modern control with architectural integrity.
Absolutely. We can specify FSC-certified wood, low-VOC finishes, energy-efficient lighting, reclaimed materials, and locally-sourced furnishings that support both style and sustainability.
Ready to bring modern comfort and inspired design into your Palo Alto home? Tower Design is here for you.
