About
Creating Timeless and Beautiful Spaces
For the team here at KB Design, creating timeless and beautiful spaces that reflect the lifestyles of our clients is second nature.
With over 35 years of combined experience in designing and transforming spaces - from interior design and styling to remodeling and reinventing - we are a full-service residential and commercial design firm based in Virginia Beach, VA.
We take a curated approach to every project we design and specialize in transforming both homes and work spaces into chic, comfortable retreats where our clients can experience growth and peace. Our team works with intention, crafting layered interiors designed to grow with our clients - producing well-considered spaces brought to life with thoughtfulness and purpose. Integrity and connection is at the heart of every project we take on.
Our design services can be enjoyed both locally and remotely, as our team is experienced in the art of providing virtual design services – regardless of location or project scale. We work with licensed contractors for local remodels, and have a wealth of vendor contacts and connections to make the process go as smoothly as possible for our clients.
We are fueled by the unmistakable power that design has to impact and improve our clients’ lives. No matter where you are in your journey - whether you’re ready to take back your sanity by finally redesigning a closet, ready to remodel your whole house or office suite to create your dream space, or anything in between - we will gladly partner with you to make it happen.
Call or text us or fill out our online form to schedule a consultation with a member of our team at KB Design.
Meet Our Team

Katie Beth Steele
Unstoppable CEO and Founder
What the Team Says About Her:
KB is the heartbeat of KB Design - leading with bold ideas, big energy, and an even bigger heart. Her fearless creativity, quick wit, and deep devotion to her family - as a proud mom of three (including a son who is Deaf) - shape everything she touches, inspiring everyone around her to show up fully, take risks, and lead with love.
Her Superpower:
KB has the rare ability to see beyond what a space is and into what it could be. With a foundation from the New York Institute of Art and Design and years spent in real estate development, she blends vision with real-world understanding - creating homes and busiensses that are not just beautiful, but deeply intentional and entirely personal.
How She Brings it all Together:
What started as a leap of faith has grown into a purpose-driven business rooted in meaning. KB leads the team with heart and clarity, transforming client stories into layered, livable designs - guiding each project from concept to completion with a deeply hands-on, white-glove approach.
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To KB, this has never been about “making things pretty.” It’s about honoring the stories, memories, and lives lived within each home and business. Her clients often become lifelong relationships, and every space she touches becomes a reflection of something far greater - connection, comfort, and a life well-lived.
Kimi Joelson
Director of Business Development
What the Team Says About Her:
Kimi is one of the original foundations of KB Design - and in many ways, helped shape the heart of who we are today. A devoted mama, gifted wordsmith, and someone with an extraordinary heart for charity and children with special needs, she brings compassion, warmth, and intentionality into everything she touches. As one of the earliest voices behind the brand, Kimi helped establish the client-centered, relationship-driven experience KB Design is known for today. Her influence shapes the thoughtful communication, genuine care, and hospitality-first approach that remain core to who we are as a company.
Her Superpower:
Kimi has a rare ability to make people feel instantly seen, supported, and understood. Her emotional intelligence, nurturing spirit, and gift for meaningful connection have made her a steady and grounding presence within the company.
How She Brings It All Together:
While her role has evolved over the years, Kimi remains deeply woven into the foundation of KB Design. Much of the heart, culture, and intentionality that drives our team today can be traced back to the standard of care she helped establish from the beginning.
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Some people help build a business, and others help shape its soul. Kimi truly has a gift for doing both - and doing them well.


Jess Miller
Chief Operating Officer
What the Team Says About Her:
Jess is the engine behind it all - highly intentional, deeply committed, and always three steps ahead. She brings a sharp eye for detail and a strategic mindset to everything she does, all while balancing her role as an incredible mom with a level of excellence that feels effortless. She’s the steady force that keeps everything grounded, aligned, and moving forward.
Her Superpower:
Jess has an unmatched ability to see both the big picture and the smallest details at the same time. With a strong financial and operational foundation, she ensures every number, order, and moving piece is accounted for - bringing clarity, accuracy, and structure to even the most complex projects.
How She Brings it all Together:
As Chief Operating Officer, Jess oversees the full operational flow of the business - from financials and invoicing to inventory tracking and project coordination. She works closely behind the scenes to manage logistics, troubleshoot challenges, and ensure every project runs as seamlessly as possible from start to finish.
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Jess’s journey with KB Design began in accounting, and her growth into a leadership role is a true reflection of her dedication, precision, and passion for the work. She plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of every project - ensuring that what’s designed beautifully is also executed flawlessly.
Brooke Villanueva
Director of Client Experience & Brand Strategy
What the Team Says About Her:
Brooke is the spark you feel the moment you walk in - bringing warmth, energy, and a sense of ease to every client interaction. She has a natural ability to connect, making people feel seen, understood, and genuinely taken care of. With an intuitive sense for what clients need (often before they even say it), she ensures every experience feels personal, elevated, and unmistakably KB Design.
Her Superpower:
Brooke has a gift for blending strategy with storytelling - translating the heart of KB Design into a brand and client experience that resonates deeply. With a background in marketing, social media, and podcasting, she understands how to create meaningful touchpoints that not only attract the right clients, but make them feel confident, excited, and aligned from the very first interaction.
How She Brings it all Together:
As Director of Client Experience & Brand Strategy, Brooke oversees how KB Design shows up at every stage - from first inquiry to final reveal. She shapes the client journey, refines communication, and leads brand presence across digital platforms, ensuring everything feels cohesive, intentional, and reflective of the level of care behind each project.
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Brooke’s passionate about building a life she loves alongside her husband and two dogs - that same mindset carries into her work, where she’s passionate about creating experiences that feel aligned, elevated, and deeply personal. It’s what allows her to connect so naturally with clients and shape a journey that not only looks beautiful, but truly feels like home.


Carmen Arnott
Lead Designer
What the Team Says About Her:
Carmen is the calm within the chaos - bringing clarity, precision, and an effortlessly elevated design eye to every project. As a Navy spouse and devoted mom who stays deeply connected with her kids from afar, she leads with both intention and heart, creating spaces that feel grounded, personal, and beautifully considered.
Her Superpower:
With a strong foundation in construction documentation - especially in kitchen and bath design - Carmen seamlessly bridges the gap between vision and execution. Her technical expertise, paired with a refined eye developed through years in fashion, allows her to design spaces that are not only visually compelling, but deeply aligned with how her clients live.
How She Brings it all Together:
Among many other talents and to-do’s, Carmen leads our Style Strategy Sessions, where she translates each client’s vision into a clear, cohesive direction. Her thoughtful, layered approach ensures every detail is intentional - from layout and function to materials and finishes - guiding each project toward a final result that feels elevated, seamless, and distinctly theirs.
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With over 15 years in fashion retail, styling, and management, Carmen brings a deep understanding of personal style, client experience, and attention to detail - ensuring every space feels as curated as it is lived in.
Sydnee Buchanan
Operations Manager
What the Team Says About Her:
Syd is the kind of person you want in your corner when things get busy, complicated, or downright chaotic. Warm, genuine, endlessly supportive, and somehow always prepared for anything, she has long been one of the steady hands behind the scenes at KB Design. Her calming presence, can-do attitude, and willingness to jump in wherever needed have made her an invaluable part of our story.
Her Superpower:
Syd has an unmatched ability to bring order to chaos. Equal parts resourceful, organized, and solution-oriented, she has a rare gift for anticipating needs, solving problems before they escalate, and making the impossible somehow feel manageable.
How She Brings It All Together:
Syd continues to be a trusted member of the KB Design team - stepping in to support operations, logistics, and behind-the-scenes details whenever needed. Her contributions over the years have helped shape the systems, support, and steady operational backbone our company was built upon.
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Syd has long been a steady force behind the scenes, helping keep every moving part in motion. Her fingerprints are on countless pieces of this business, and her support has helped carry KB Design through more seasons than we can count.


Bradley Clark
Operations & Creative Coordinator
What the Team Says About Her:
Bradley is the ultimate hype girl, most genuinely bringing energy, heart, and an instinct for connection that makes everyone feel seen and celebrated. A devoted mom with a deeply creative spirit, she encourages her kids to express themselves fully while turning everyday moments into something meaningful and memorable.
Her Superpower:
Bradley is the behind-the-scenes powerhouse who keeps everything moving. With a sharp eye for detail and a love for organization, she manages inventory across all projects, from sourcing samples to coordinating orders, ensuring every piece is accounted for from concept to completion.
How She Brings It All Together:
She supports the financial and operational flow of the business, working closely with invoices and back-end systems to keep everything running seamlessly. Bradley also coordinates meetings and oversees warehouse logistics, helping ensure timelines, deliveries, and installations stay aligned every step of the way.
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Bradley also collaborates with the design and creative team, supporting social and branding efforts alongside Brooke to carry the KB Design vision through every touchpoint.
About
Year Established
Products
- Home Furnishings
Services
- Airbnb Design Services
- Commercial Design Services
- Interior Design Services
- Redesign Services
- Remodel Design Services
Specialties
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Commercial Redesign
- Interior Design
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Residential Redesign
Business Hours
- Mon - Fri
- -
- Sat - Sun
- Closed
Holiday Hours
Associations
- Better Business Bureau
Brands
- Teal Canvas
- Coastal Mod
Pickup and Delivery
Payment Options
- American Express
- Cash
- Check
- Discover
- MasterCard
- Visa
Languages
- English
- ASL
Good to Know
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Crowd
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Planning
- Appointment required
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
Parking
- Free parking garage
- Free parking lot
Service options
- Online estimates
- Onsite services


