Karen Cariño Design

Karen Cariño Design Elevate lives. Empower people. We love collaborating with people who create with heart and purpose. Sound like you? We might just be the perfect fit.

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●Architectural Design Services● We love collaborating with people who value learning and teaching, intentionality, and meaningful connections. We’re not about quick fixes or surface-level solutions. If you're here to create something with heart and purpose, we might just be the perfect fit!

A seamless blend of texture, warmth, and refined details—this master bedroom is designed for both comfort and sophistica...
11/04/2025

A seamless blend of texture, warmth, and refined details—this master bedroom is designed for both comfort and sophistication. From the soft layers and warm wood tones in the bedroom to the tactile elegance of the T&B, every element is thoughtfully curated. Subtle lighting, rich materials, and a harmonious palette create a serene retreat where rest and daily rituals feel effortless ✨🚿

A master bedroom designed for ultimate comfort and refined elegance. Warm wood tones, soft textures, and ambient lightin...
04/04/2025

A master bedroom designed for ultimate comfort and refined elegance. Warm wood tones, soft textures, and ambient lighting create a serene retreat for rest and relaxation ✨🛏

Always a favorite—tight shots!
31/01/2025

Always a favorite—tight shots!

Kiosk design often presents limitations in form. For this concept, I prioritized meticulous planning and attention to de...
24/01/2025

Kiosk design often presents limitations in form. For this concept, I prioritized meticulous planning and attention to detail to create the best possible experience for both customers and staff.

Drawing from their current branding direction, I’ve also woven in nostalgic elements, including a nod to their previous perfume bottle design (a personal favorite of mine, I must admit).

Explore more about the design approach in the photos. Enjoy! 🫶

Supporting small businesses has always been close to my heart. One of my dreams is to design physical spaces that bring ...
17/01/2025

Supporting small businesses has always been close to my heart. One of my dreams is to design physical spaces that bring these brands closer to their customers—creating environments where their stories can truly shine.

A few years ago, I stumbled upon Astéri & Co. on TikTok, and they’ve been my go-to for fragrances ever since. Even as an online shop, I’ve never regretted my blind buys. Still, I can’t help but think fragrance brands deserve a physical space. There’s something magical about experiencing scents in person—where they can stir memories and leave lasting impressions.

Perfumes have been one of my many rotating interests, and I’ve picked up a thing or two about them. But no matter how vivid the descriptions, unless you know what each note smells like, blind buying will always be a bit of a gamble. Scents are deeply personal—they hold memories, evoke emotions, and shape how we’re perceived. It’s always worth finding the perfect one, don’t you think?

I’ve loved Astéri & Co. ever since my first bottle of Polaris. I’ve even been complimented on it while traveling abroad! When asked where I got it, I proudly shared that it’s a local brand from the Philippines (though we both did feel a little bummed they couldn’t get it from where they were). It’s the humility in their brand and their steady growth that makes me root for them even more.

That’s why I thought it would be fun to combine my love for design and fragrances. I created a kiosk design for Astéri & Co. *insert “real or fake” audio* HAHA! For now, it’s just a concept, but who knows? Maybe one day it’ll come to life.

I’ll be sharing more about the story behind this design soon. In the meantime, I’d love to hear your thoughts. And don’t forget to show some love! 🫶

One of my favorite parts of the design process is rendering the 3D models. It's not just about showing the space—it’s ab...
18/10/2024

One of my favorite parts of the design process is rendering the 3D models. It's not just about showing the space—it’s about helping you really feel it. I often get lost in the details, capturing those intimate, close-up views that reveal hidden corners and layers within the design. These snapshots give a sense of how the space will feel in everyday moments, so you can picture yourself and your customers moving through it.

I let Chatgpt create an imaginary client and design brief. 'It' generated a client named Olivia Rivers who wanted to ope...
16/10/2024

I let Chatgpt create an imaginary client and design brief. 'It' generated a client named Olivia Rivers who wanted to open a clothing store in an art district, focusing on sustainability and community. Olivia envisions the space as more than just a shop—it’s a lifestyle.

The design embodies minimalism with character, balancing clean lines and handcrafted, imperfect elements that bring warmth and authenticity. It achieves simplicity without sacrificing depth or personality.

A major consideration for the space is flexibility, as the client envisions it not only as a store but also as a venue for workshops and intimate social events.

14/10/2024

After spending some time on the management side of things, I’m excited to be back in the designer’s seat! Sharing this design exercise because I’ve missed the creative process and can’t let those skills get rusty. Feels good to get back into it!

PS had so much fun chatting with chatgpt 😂

The Triangle Principle 📐Style your space using this simple trick.What’s the triangle principle? It’s a theory of arrangi...
25/11/2022

The Triangle Principle 📐

Style your space using this simple trick.

What’s the triangle principle? It’s a theory of arranging images (in this case, things) using the three points of a triangle as a guide.

🔹 Choose pieces you want to be focused on in your space.
🔹 Add other accessories like linens or trinkets that make sense with the focal point when put together.
🔹 Arrange them in a way that there’s an invisible triangle outlining the final setup.
🔹 Admire your work 🫶

There are more styling tricks, but knowing and applying this principle can effortlessly elevate your spaces.

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18/11/2022

1️⃣ bedroom condo unit design

No tips for now. Just trying out rendering models in video format and sharing the result with you all. Enjoy! 💟

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11/11/2022

Architecture is like airport fashion ✈️ 🕶

For me, at least 😅

When I travel, I always think of comfort and functionality over fashion.


Imagine wearing heels when you need to walk from one end of the airport to another.

And sometimes, airports can be cold and your flights delayed. When this happens, you wouldn’t want to wait for hours without a jacket just to sport your OOTD.

Or God forbid, there’s an emergency. Let’s just hope your slippers or sandals don’t break when you need to run 😬


As designer Ray Eames said, “What works good is better than what looks good because what works good lasts.” 💯

During the conceptualization phase, we spend at least 80% of the time on research and planning–creating multiple floor plan configurations to get to the best layout for the users.

You can always change how something looks but it’s always a challenge to change how something works.


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Any Airbnb 🏠 hosts here? Get browsing guests’ attention 👀 and make that RESERVE button irresistible! 😏 With these design...
08/11/2022

Any Airbnb 🏠 hosts here?

Get browsing guests’ attention 👀 and make that RESERVE button irresistible! 😏

With these design tips, you’re one step closer to becoming a ✨️Superhost✨️


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