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Limewash Stone Exterior Refresh in Tulsa: Southern Oaks Project

Updating a home’s stone with limewash paint is one of our favorite ways to refresh an exterior. It’s a simple, cost-effective update that creates a dramatic transformation. We shared about limewash paint from a previous blog and it’s one of our most-read blog topics, which tells us many Tulsa homeowners are searching for solutions to update their exterior stone.

Our Southern Oaks project is a perfect example of how a limewash stone update can completely change a home’s curb appeal. This Tuscan-Tudor style home in Tulsa needed a brighter, more timeless look. The exterior renovation included newly painted trim, a darker roof, an updated garage door, and the removal of shutters. Inside, we renovated the dining room and are continuing additional interior updates—more to come soon.

Tulsa A-List 2026: Vote for Kirkendall Design

The A-List Nominations round has ended, and Kirkendall Design has advanced to the final voting round, which will take place April 1–12! TulsaPeople readers submitted over 22,000 nominations in the February first round, and more than 600 local businesses have advanced to the final voting round.

Now, it’s time for the final vote! If you love the work we do in luxury interior design, we’d be honored to have your vote.

How to Vote for Kirkendall Design for A-List

To vote for us, simply head to TulsaPeople.com and submit your votes between April 1-12. Click the Services category and vote for us in the following categories:

Architect/Design Firm
Interior Design
Kitchen Design

What is the A-List?

TulsaPeople’s A-List showcases the best of Tulsa, from top-tier restaurants and shops to service providers like us. Kirkendall Design has been honored to receive A-List recognition for several years, and we couldn’t have done it without our clients and community.

Semi-Annual Floor Sample Sale

Elevate your home with luxury pieces up to 50% off.

Twice a year, we open The Studio at K|D for this special shopping event. Our Spring Semi-Annual Floor Sample Sale on April 16 & 17 is your opportunity to shop discounted luxury home items and final markdowns from our luxury designer inventory. Visit us in person to discover pieces that bring timeless style and craftsmanship into your home. While you browse, enjoy a complimentary mocktail and desserts.

Shop in The Studio

April 16-17
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: 10105 E. 61st St., Tulsa, OK

Shop Online

Can’t make it to The Studio for the event? Items will also be available for purchase on our online store.

Interior Design Projects 2025 Round Up — Part 2

As we continue our 2025 project roundup, we’re excited to share more of the spaces our team worked on this year. From beautiful bathroom renovations to an Old-world home refresh, and an exterior limewash update, each project reflects our approach to timeless, livable design.

These spaces may vary in scope, but they share the same attention to detail and intentional decision-making.

If you missed it, you can catch up on Part 1 here.

2025 Designer Showcase

Project Type: Historic Home Renovation + General Contracting

The 2025 Designer Showcase featured a 100-year-old Tulsa landmark, and we were thrilled to serve as the General Contractor for the full renovation. Tackling the unique challenges of an older, historic home allowed our construction team to shine, from restoring original charm to carefully integrating modern updates. We worked alongside Tulsa’s talented designers, and helped breathe new life to this stunning home while preserving its character and history.

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Interior Design Projects 2025 Round Up — Part 1

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re excited to reflect on some of this year’s projects. From full home renovations and luxury remodels to new construction and furniture styling, our work spans a wide range of interior design services. Here’s a look at just a few of the incredible transformations our Kirkendall Design team had the privilege of working on. See Part 2 here.

Private Bank Office in Tulsa

Project Type: Commercial Interior Design + Furniture & Styling

For this private bank office in Tulsa, we brought “lifestyle living” into a corporate environment. Every private office, conference room, and reception area was thoughtfully designed to reflect the bank’s high-end brand and build trust with clients the moment they step through the doors.

Our commercial interior design services focused on furniture, styling, and layouts that balance luxury with functionality. From wall décor to wallpaper and custom furnishings, each detail was selected to bring residential warmth and comfort into this corporate environment.

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Modern Ranch Reveal: Luxury New Construction Home in Tulsa, OK

We completed this modern ranch-style luxury home in 2022, and it remains one of our favorite projects to date! Situated just north of downtown Tulsa, this residence highlights Kirkendall Design’s approach to high-end interior design in Tulsa, OK—blending functional layouts, timeless materials, and elegant details with spaces designed for family living and everyday comfort. Years later, the home continues to inspire with its thoughtful design and sophisticated charm.

Originally published on June 1, 2022

This particular project originated when our longtime clients came to us with the idea to build a weekend home. Already owners of vacation homes in Florida and Wyoming, they purchased approximately 90 acres just north of downtown Tulsa to build a ranch-style luxury home for entertaining family close to their primary residence.

After a few weekends at the new home, they loved it so much they decided to make it their permanent Tulsa residence—and sell their city home. As a designer, I can’t think of a greater compliment. Let’s take a closer look!

Main Living

How a client will use a space dictates our design of it. For this home, the main goal was hosting family, so we designed each area with entertaining and comfort in mind.

The house is about 4,000 square-feet and every room is large, so the furniture needed to match that scale. It also needed to accommodate plenty of people, which is why you will find so many seating opportunities throughout the open-concept kitchen, living and dining areas.

Our client typically favors black-and-white décor but wanted to introduce color in this home to create a joyful, inviting atmosphere. We found a one-of-a-kind rug at market, which set our design in motion. From there, we chose the sofas and introduced subtle colors and patterns throughout the home that would play off each other. Of course, we kept the background neutral to keep that familiar black-and-white element and to let the colors shine.

The living room’s soaring ceiling features reclaimed wood beams from Timber and Beam, and is adorned with a massive 66-inch-wide Ralph Lauren chandelier. We flanked the black granite slab fireplace with two large sofas and club chairs. You’ll have to look closely to find the TV in this room– we specifically chose the black granite as a way to disguise it above the fireplace.

Life Lately with Julia—A Personal Update

The first part of this year has held a little bit of everything—blessings, grief, celebrations, happiness, and joy. It’s hard to believe we’re already in September, and I’m hopeful these last few months will bring a slower pace. Either way, my heart is already so full.

I thought it would be fun to share a little glimpse into what I’ve been up to this year—both personally and with Kirkendall Design.

In March, I had the incredible opportunity to travel to Morocco with my design tribe. Inspiration was everywhere—the vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and lively markets with olives piled high at every turn. Some of my favorite memories were the evenings, gathered for dinners under the stars, experiencing the kind of hospitality that stays with you long after the trip is over. Sharing it all with my design tribe made the adventure even more meaningful.

Navigating Tariffs & The Economy As a Designer and Small Business

Having been in business for 33 years, we have walked with clients through many different economic shifts. In today’s design industry, tariffs are simply one of the many factors we manage on your behalf. As your design team, we are prepared to lead you through a successful design project so you can focus on what matters most: creating a beautiful, livable space you love.

We know increased tariffs raise costs, but many of our trusted vendors have been absorbing those expenses or using tiered pricing based on product sourcing—helping to minimize the impact. Categories like imported stone, quartz, furniture, lighting, and textiles have seen some changes, but for our clients, the difference has been marginal.

That said, we understand the conversation around tariffs can cause uncertainty, and it’s natural to feel hesitant. However, our decades of experience and long-standing vendor relationships allow us to guide you forward with clarity and peace of mind.

One of the greatest advantages of working with an experienced design firm is the strength of our vendor relationships. We have spent decades building trust with manufacturers and reps. Our partners have prioritized our clients by honoring pre-tariff pricing, offering discounts, and helping us time orders strategically.

Another way we help clients navigate tariffs is through thoughtful design choices. At the heart of Kirkendall Design is the belief that good design should be as personal as a signature. We blend your meaningful heirlooms and collected items with new furniture to create interiors that feel fresh, personal, and timeless. By combining custom and ready-made furniture with existing items, we can adapt to pricing changes without compromising your design goals.

At the end of the day, our team is here to guide you. Tariffs may change, but our commitment to transparency and trust will remain the same. We are grateful to walk through this process with you—and are committed to creating a home that tells your story!

Rooted in Design: The Flower Farm at The Studio at K|D

The Why Behind The Studio at K|D and Flower Farm

In 2023, we purchased a familiar Tulsa property—formerly Grogg’s Green Barn—with a vision to transform it into something new. Today, that space is The Studio at K|D: our design studio and interactive event space, located on five acres in the heart of Tulsa.

Our mission is simple yet profound: to provide a space where the Tulsa community can connect, recharge, and experience the beauty of nature, all while cultivating more beautiful and fuller lives within their homes.

The driving force behind The Studio at K|D is our founder and owner, Julia Kirkendall. For over 30 years, Julia has led Kirkendall Design in creating luxury, timeless interiors that reflect the lives and stories of the people who live in them. Through our work, we’ve formed lasting relationships with families and individuals across Tulsa and beyond—and that sense of connection sparked the idea for something more.

The Studio at K|D is the result of that vision. A place to gather, create, and be inspired. Through seasonal workshops, meaningful events, and now, a working flower farm, we’re offering new ways to bring beauty into everyday life.

We’re thrilled to partner with The Heirloom Acre Farm—a small, family-run, first generation farm—to bring nature within reach to the Tulsa community. From the beginning, we worked together to prep the land and lay the groundwork. From there, The Heirloom Acre took the lead—leasing the land, cultivating the flower fields, and managing all U-Pick experiences.

Now, that vision is a reality! Join us every Saturday throughout the season to stroll through rows of beautiful flowers and fill up a jar of your favorite blooms for only $20.

Plan Your Visit: U-Pick Flower Farm Experience

We hope this space invites you to slow down, soak in the season, and leave feeling refreshed—and inspired not just to design a beautiful home, but to live a more beautiful life.

Celebrating Independence with American-Made Design

There’s no better time to celebrate quality craftsmanship than the Fourth of July. Today, we’re spotlighting American-made furniture, textiles, and wall coverings—timeless pieces that reflect the legacy of great design and the beauty of supporting homegrown artisans. These are selections we source through our exclusive trade accounts, made available to our interior design clients.

American-made furniture not only elevates a space but also carries the story of skilled craftsmanship, enduring quality, and intentional design.

As we shared in a recent blog post, the process of sourcing new furniture is more than just choosing what looks beautiful—it’s about getting the scale, function, and style right for your space. When we specify American-made, we’re not only getting custom-tailored quality, we’re also helping our clients invest in pieces with longevity.

Let your home reflect a sense of place and purpose—livable style that feels layered, collected, and distinctly yours.

Interested in sourcing timeless furniture and decor made in the USA?
Contact us to help you furnish and style your home with selections from our trusted, American-made vendors.

See something you like? Contact us for product pricing and information!