Karen Palmer is a Richmond, Virginia-based surface pattern designer and fine artist working across custom fabric, wallpaper, home décor, and original art.

Style and Aesthetic Selected pattern swatches from the TRAIL, RC, BMW, and ABJ series suggest a geometric and abstract vocabulary with a considered palette suited to residential interiors. Work spans structured repeat compositions and more art-influenced surface designs reflecting a fine art background.

Pattern Focus Abstract and geometric repeat patterns calibrated for residential fabric and wallpaper. Product range extends designs into consumer goods - scarves, throw blankets, and tote bags - at accessible retail price points.

Markets and Clients Residential interiors and home décor. Trade programme for interior design professionals. Fine art sold through Crossroads Art Center, Richmond VA. Featured in Richmond Magazine's RHome section; included in the 2025 St. Jude's Dream Home project.

Techniques and Tools Works in digital surface pattern design alongside original fine art. Produces custom fabric and wallpaper to order and maintains a dedicated trade programme for interior designers. The parallel art practice informs a surface approach with fine art sensibility.

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Career Path Based in Richmond, Virginia. Established Palmer K Designs as a parallel practice - surface pattern design for fabric and wallpaper alongside original fine art. Active in the Richmond creative community through gallery participation and editorial features.

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