Kalea Design Studio

not to play favorites but the in the primary bathroom at was one of the things I was most excited about seeing installed. And let me tell you, it did not disappoint!

A couple weeks back turned one! was the first project I got to design - swipe to see the difference from today versus our first site walk one year ago.

I’m so fortunate for the projects that I’ve been able to be a part of my first year. Here’s to year two and working on more beautiful designs with wonderful clients!

A sauna session or soothing warm bath with this view? Sounds good to me! The spa bathroom at is taking shape. This is going to be the perfect spot to sit back and relax heading into a weekend!

Go bold! With our finish palette being more minimal, it allowed us to have some fun and adventurous pops of color in the furniture and decor. custom area rug strike-offs just arrived for and we are loving the colors and pattern!

From having studs delivered earlier this week to framing going up today, is moving fast! It’s great to already see the shapes and flow that this space is going to have.

Excited to be using flooring for

Today I’m testing out stains that compliment our beautiful floors - the stain will be used on our white oak cabinets, wall panels and...a secret door?!

Hey there - its been a minute! The first two months of 2021 have been packed full already. After lots of hard work I’m happy to say that we are kicking off construction for . So excited to see this project come to life!

when the samples arrive and the finish palette starts to come to life 💚

Layering textures, materials and pattern is a great way to give a design dimension and bring it to life. You can find this in many mid-century modern designs which means I’ve found lots of Monday inspiration through exploring pictures from our last trip to Palm Springs.

Inspiration this Monday is taking us back to - 6 months into quarantine and the travel itch is REAL. The lobby here continues to fuel ideas for me. My designs tend to have a neutral color palette and I love that in this lobby the pop of color is the greenery. It is natural and fits in a space so effortlessly 🌿

It’s all in the details! I live for when detail is put into every aspect of a design. Something as simple as a floor transition can make everything come together and feel meaningful.

As the first project for kicks off, I’m already brainstorming fun and unique details that can be incorporated in its design.

INSPIRATION MONDAY - Hawaii is my happy place, it is a place where I find peace, my mind can refocus and I can discover lots of new ideas. This is another meaning behind why I chose the name Kalea, whose origins are rooted in Hawaii and Polynesia.

One of my favorite places to stay is - from the clean modern island design to amazing food and views this hotel can be an inspiration in many ways! @ Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort

One of my favorite parts of a project is seeing it come to life! This custom home remodel and expansion I designed while was a favorite! Unfortunately due to COVID-19, final photographs are on hold but it is amazing to see how similar these original renderings I created are to the final product.

One unique and cool way we utilized space in this design was creating a wine cellar under the stairs that you can see from both the kitchen and dining room. @ Prior Lake, Minnesota

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Monday inspiration! I consider myself to be on the more minimal side of design but every now and then some color and pattern can be fun to explore. Like in this little nook at The Canal Club at

Wallpaper, pillows, upholstery and art are easy ways you can liven up a space!

Sometimes small rooms make the biggest impact. Laundry rooms and powder rooms are great places to be adventurous when designing a house!

This design was a residential remodel and expansion that I worked on while at

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Every Monday it’s my goal to start off the week with some design inspiration!

Although many of us aren’t able to travel during these times, we can still seek design inspiration from where we have traveled in the past. 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge is one of my favorite designs I have experienced! The natural light, warm materials, greenery, and textures are all elements I love to incorporate into my designs.

GREENERY - it brings so much life into interiors! Whether you you have a green thumb or stick to faux plants, they are important investments to make. It’s been said that having plants in your surroundings can reduce stress and make you feel better and I couldn’t agree more!

While working at I had the opportunity to be a part of on HGTV’s Rock the Block. I believe the kitchen is the heart of the home and this kitchen didn’t disappoint!

Hi there! I’m Carley Rooney - founder and designer behind Kalea Design Studio. I have had the opportunity to work in multiple design settings from working at a small design firm specializing in high end residential and restaurant design to being the principal designer for a boutique hospitality company.

Interior Design is my passion which is where the name Kalea comes from. It is a name that means joy and happiness. Not only is design something that brings me joy and happiness but it is also something I strive to have all clients experience in their completed project and throughout the design process!

Welcome to Kalea Design Studio - a high end residential design firm located in Madison, WI and able to complete projects in the Midwest and beyond!