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Modern living room with a white marble wall, horizontal fireplace, large windows with black frames, tan leather chairs, a white sofa, a black coffee table with books and decorative items, a gray rug, a potted plant, and a blanket on the sofa.

Luxe Interiors + Design

A serene, modern Lake Washington home by McClellan | Tellone uses expansive glass and a warm palette of wood, steel, and stone to blur the line between indoors and the waterfront landscape.

Modern kitchen with black marble backsplash and countertop, gold faucet, open wooden shelves with bowls, glasses, and plants, wooden cabinets, and a wooden kitchen island with a black bowl of mushrooms, tomatoes, and a brass pepper grinder.

Architectural Digest

Images featured in AD’s home design article featuring a redesign in Olympia, Washington

A cozy interior room with a black vases with white flowers, a small round table, an antique wooden chair, light coming through large stained glass windows, and artwork on the walls.

House Beautiful

Photos featured in House Beautiful house tours article of a Seattle Tudor with original 1920s details

Sunset

Kara Mercer’s images are featured in Sunset’s tour of a 1905 Tacoma Craftsman, redesigned by Allison Lind to restore historic charm while layering in a more modern, slightly edgy point of view

Luxe Interiors + Design

Kara Mercer’s photography is featured in LUXE Interiors + Design’s tour of a four-seasons Tumble Creek, Washington retreat designed by Kat Lawton Interiors and Conard Romano Architects.

Modern kitchen with white marble countertops, wooden cabinets, and a large white hanging pendant light. There is a glass-front cabinet with dishes and glassware, a framed painting, and a window with wooden trim.

Architectural Digest

Photos feature on Allison Lind Interiors profile page.

A cozy built-in window seat with blue velvet cushions inside a room with dark blue walls and floral wallpaper. The window has a roller shade, and there is a small wooden side table with flowers. Built-in shelves hold books and decorative items, with a pendant light hanging from the ceiling.

Luxe Interiors + Design

Kara Mercer’s photographer profile feature in Luxe Interiors

Sunset

Kara Mercer’s images are featured in Sunset’s tour of a Mount Rainier-area vacation retreat, a new-build designed to feel cozy and character-filled—blending European influence with relaxed Pacific Northwest style.

Modern white house surrounded by trees with a large front yard, featured in dwell. Two people sit on the porch, while a child and a dog play nearby. A young girl with a ball stands to the right. The word "dwell" is in the bottom right corner.

Dwell

Images featured in this Portland couples “Construction Diary:It Took a Decade, But Their Experimental, DIY Home Was Worth the Wait”

Modern living room featured in Architecture Digest with open kitchen, featuring a sofa, armchairs, plants, and large windows. Interior has neutral tones and natural light.

Architectural Digest

Photo featured in the best modern farmhouse designers on AD Pro

Modern bedroom with neutral tones, featuring a cozy bed with white and brown bedding, a wooden nightstand with a lamp and vase, and a wooden bench with books. Shoes are on the floor, and abstract wall art is visible.

Domino

Images featured in Bobby Berk’s feature of “Foolproof Trick to Break Up a Boxy New Build”

Sunset

Kara Mercer’s images are featured in Sunset’s home tour of a refreshed 1913 Seattle Craftsman, where small-but-smart updates bring color, warmth, and an easy “lived-in” feel back to the classic layout.

Living room in high-rise building

Rue Magazine

With downtown Seattle as its dramatic backdrop, a 24th-floor condominium balances the view with organic shapes, soft textures, and rich hues.

Black and white tile stairs

Domino

This ’40s Fixer-Upper Went From “Moldy Walls and Mountains of Garbage” to Spacious and Groovy.

A cozy kitchen with green cabinets, a marble-topped island with wooden turned legs, a hanging light fixture, a bowl of fresh vegetables, and a vase of pink flowers.

OregonLive

Kara Mercer’s images are featured in an OregonLive photo gallery

Close-up of a blue house with white trim, black window frames with shutters, a wooden front door, small garden with plants and a birdbath, pathway with steps leading to the entrance.

Elle Decor

Photo featured in Elle Decor article on “20 Front Step Decor Ideas” highlighting Jessica Dorling work

Cover of Portrait magazine featuring a white house with balconies, surrounded by a flowering tree and greenery in Portland.

Portrait Portland Magazine

Images featured in Portrait Portland feature “Going Dutch” an article about the dutch colonial in a historic Seattle neighborhood restored.

Blush tile bathroom

Rue-Daily

A blush bathroom with a sophisticated patina.

Painting of a sailer on a wall

Domino

“What If We Designed a Kitchen for a Sea Captain?” That idea was the start of this Seattle renovation.

Grid of interior home images

Rue-Daily

Original character shines in the West Seattle 1928 Tudor.

Dining room with wallpaper and sage color paint

Rue Magazine

Color blends modern and classic elements for a fresh take on a traditional Tudor.

Cozy wooden interior with a window seat, pillows, framed artwork, and a view of lush greenery outside.

Sunset

Photos featured in Sunset Magazine home tours article “A 1950s Mid-Century Modern Home with Japanese Influences Stays True to Its Roots”

Front view of a modern small house with wooden and gray exterior, large glass windows and door, surrounded by garden with plants and trees.

Kirkland Lifestyle Magazine

Home featured in Kirkland Lifestyle Magazine for August 2024 issue

A kitchen with black-framed windows, a white countertop, and a small dining nook with a rounded bench and a round table. There is a vase with greenery on the table. The wall has a brick section, and there are pendant lights hanging from the ceiling. The image features the HGTV logo in the top left corner.

HGTV

Images featured in HGTV’s feature of a 1940s Washington Cabin Becomes the Ultimate Family Getaway

Modern living room with fireplace, abstract art, wicker wall decor, and wooden ceiling.

Portrait Magazine

Santa Barbara Meets Sammamish interior feature.

Modern bathroom with floral wallpaper, large gold-framed mirror, marble countertop, white sink, brass faucet, potted flowers, and wooden cabinetry.

Good Housekeeping

Featured photo for playful patterns, textured tiles, and moody colors, plus more spa-inspired designs.

Modern kitchen design with red cabinets, a central island, and a potted plant. Sunlight filters through large French doors onto the wooden floor. Interior features a stove, window, and overhead lighting, showcasing contemporary home style.

Livingetc

Photo featured in Livingetc Kitchen Ideas – leading designers reveal the 34 most stylish looks.

Modern living room decor

Bobby Berk

Transform your living space into a lavish oasis of elegance and style with our exclusive Interior Enchantment promotion.

Magazine cover featuring a modern kitchen with white cabinets, marble countertops, three pendant lights, and bar stools. Title reads "Portrait of Seattle."

Portrait of Seattle

Cover photo in 2022 Portrait of Seattle magazine

Modern living room and kitchen with wooden furniture, cozy sofa, armchair, coffee table with plants, and a kitchen island with hanging lights.

Orange Coast Magazine

Bobby Berk Designed Model Homes In Rancho Mission Viejo

Modern kitchen interior with marble countertops, wooden cabinets, and a stainless steel stove. Hanging light fixtures and a vase with pink flowers decorate the counter. The room features large windows and a contemporary design.

Bellevue Lifestyle

Cover photo in March 2020 issue.

Photo of a book titled "My Journey Through Jordan" resting on a small white table, with a desert scene and camels on the cover.

Blurb

Featured article: “Behind the Book with Kara Mercer: Journey Through Jordan”

Woman in white dress sitting on a wooden ledge under grapevines, holding a wine glass, with a vineyard view in the background.

Bellevue Lifestyle

Cover photo in October 2020 issue.

Modern kitchen interior with wooden cabinets, green tile backsplash, and a white countertop. The countertop features a bowl of oranges, a carafe of orange juice, eggs, cut fruits, and a cutting board with pears. Three wooden chairs are positioned at the island. A pot with fresh greens and a recipe book are also visible.

Sunset Magazine

This Florist’s Studio Is Filled with Kitchen Remodel Ideas—How to Steal the Look.

Two woman sitting looking at the camera

Bellevue Lifestyle Magazine

2018 Fall issue - featuring fall wardrobes. Cover and heading stories shot by Kara.

Stone sink with flowers inside

Business of Home

Images featured in Bobby Berk designs model homes

  • Kara Mercer’s work has been featured in a variety of leading design, lifestyle, travel, and branding publications, both in print and online. With a refined editorial eye and a signature use of natural light, Kara’s photography has become a go-to for magazines, creative agencies, and content editors seeking timeless, story-driven visuals. Her interior, architectural, lifestyle, and travel photography continues to resonate with both global and niche audiences who value clean composition and emotional depth.

    Her work has appeared in titles such as Elle Decor, Domino, Rue Magazine, Apartment Therapy, Design Milk, Sunset Magazine, and regional outlets across the West Coast. These features reflect the consistency, quality, and elevated aesthetic Kara brings to every shoot, whether it’s a personal branding session, a styled product story, or a full-scale interior design project.

  • In addition to editorial coverage, Kara has collaborated with nationally recognized brands and boutique design firms across the U.S. Her visual content supports a range of industries, from interior design and architecture to fashion, hospitality, wellness, and lifestyle goods. Clients rely on Kara to deliver a unified visual language across still photography and video production, tailored for both web and social platforms.

    Kara's reputation as a trusted creative partner has led to long-term relationships with studios, makers, and entrepreneurs who value high-end photography with a human touch. Her people and lifestyle work adds an approachable layer to brand storytelling, while her still life photography brings out the beauty in materials, textures, and form.

    Whether shooting for a global furniture brand or documenting a local design studio's newest project, Kara approaches each collaboration with professionalism, creativity, and an eye for story.

  • If you’re an editor, journalist, blogger, or brand interested in featuring Kara’s work, please get in touch through the contact page. Kara is open to participating in interviews, panel discussions, and collaborative features that align with her work in interior design, lifestyle branding, and creative entrepreneurship.

    For a deeper look at her work, visit her interior and architectural, travel and hospitality, or video galleries to explore how she brings storytelling to life through every medium. You can also learn more about Kara’s approach and background on the About page.

    Press inquiries and media collaborations are always welcome. Kara is currently based in Seattle and regularly works in Portland, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and other cities across the United States.