I’m Katie Ebbens Volek. Senior Designer and founder of Designers i in San Diego.
While being recognized particularly for modern-mediterranean residential design, Designers i has projects spanning from decorating and furnishing, to interior finish specification for remodeling or new construction, accommodating both clients and /or contractors with specialty services in residential and small commercial.
With a family background in construction and building, Katie realizes the value and importance of enjoying your surroundings which became her inspiration to obtain a career as a designer. She believes that the aesthetic nature of one’s space is crucial to promoting a positive and inspirational quality of living.
She thrives on collaboration with creative associates and the process of concept to curation. The designer continues to evolve in her creative efforts and is dedicated to honoring her calling as an artist.
Clients & Colleauges
“Katie rocks! She can translate her distinctive style and her great eye for color and space into any number of settings, whether commercial or residential (she's done both for me, with fantastic results). She's professional and so easy to work with.”
— John Lyle, Client
“I hired Katie Ebbens of Designers i to design and furnish my new home. I was able to depend on Katie for making selections for me from beginning to completion of building the home as well as furnishing it. I was impressed with Katie’s efficiency but I was more impressed by her ability to understand my taste and lifestyle and incorporate it into my home. She was not bound by a preconceived notion of what my house should look or feel like. She was able to use her extensive experience and talent to create a beautiful and comfortable home for myself. I would highly recommend Katie and I would use her again on future projects.”
— Randy Schlegel, Client
“I can't recommend the use of Katie's design expertise highly enough. Her ability to interpret a client's style and understand their desires and then guide them to a cohesive, beautiful concept, made her an invaluable part of my process. Her talent of speaking with authority and confidence, while making everybody comfortable, makes her a pleasure to work with. Every one of my clients that has worked with her, has voiced nothing but praise for her design skills and client relations. Katie and all the positive aspects she brings to the table are greatly appreciated and well respected.”
— Jeff Nelson, Contractor/Builder
“It is fun to associate with people who really enjoy pleasing clients as Katie does. She is able to help clients express their dreams for their kitchen, bathroom, or any other space second to none in the industry. Her grasp of all textures, colors, and finishes show her design versatility for any style the client desires.”
— Dominic Padilla. Contractor/ Builder
