About Us
K2 Design Tahoe is a boutique design studio specializing in contemporary mountain and Lake Tahoe–inspired homes. We create refined, modern interiors that blend natural alpine warmth with timeless style.
We are problem solvers and creative thinkers who love collaborating with clients, builders, and makers who share our passion for thoughtful design.
Kris McElree
Kris is a Designer with over 30 years of experience transforming homes, commercial spaces, and full property developments across the West Coast
Known for blending architectural understanding with an intuitive sense for color, scale, and spatial flow, she creates interiors that feel refined, functional, and uniquely personal.
Her work spans luxury custom homes, full remodels, multi-home developments, hospitality spaces, and award-winning showroom design. Kris collaborates seamlessly with architects, contractors, and homeowners, guiding projects from early concept and schematics through finish selection, furnishings, and installation.
Clients value her ability to see the full potential of a space, communicate design clearly through sketches and 3D visuals, and manage projects with precision and care. Based in Incline Village, Nevada, she continues to help clients elevate their environments with timeless, thoughtful design.