Kathleen Franza

Principal

Kathleen Franza founded KMH Design in 1996 and has spent more than 30 years creating timeless, thoughtfully curated homes that feel effortless, intentional, and refined. Based in Northeast Florida, she has designed primary residences and destination homes for clients who return to her time and again. Kathleen’s creative foundation began in Miami, where a background in film and photography developed her eye for composition, scale, and attention to detail. After relocating to Jacksonville in 1987, she expanded her expertise in the commercial furniture industry, gaining a deep appreciation for quality materials, craftsmanship, and purposeful design. Her first interior design project grew from a chance collaboration with an architect, launching a career built on creativity, experience, and instinct. With this mix of creative experiences, her approach remains simple: listen carefully, design thoughtfully, and create homes that are beautiful, functional, and tailored, supporting her client’s everyday lives.

Daniela Santos

Senior Designer & Project Lead

Daniela’s design approach blends creative vision with a strong foundation in technical detail. She earned her degree in architecture from Sao Judas Tadeu University in Sao Paulo, where she spent more than a decade working in corporate and commercial interiors.  After moving to the U.S. in 2011 Daniela joined KMH Design and has been an integral part of the team ever since.  Over the past ten years, she has expanded her expertise and grown into a lead designer, collaborating on more than 20 residential projects from initial concept through completion.  Daniela values the collaborative nature of design and enjoys working closely with architects, contractors, and trades to bring each project together seamlessly. With over twenty years of experience across residential, corporate, and commercial design, she is committed to creating thoughtful, functional, and beautifully crafted spaces that reflect KMH Design’s high standard of excellence.

Kristen McFarland

Junior Designer

Kristen, a 2019 graduate of the University of North Florida, brings over five years of residential design experience to the KMH team. Born and raised in Florida, Kristen has long been connected to custom home building, drawing early inspiration from her father, a high-end residential contractor, an influence that naturally led her into the interior design field.  With a balance of creativity, technical skill, and attention to detail, Kristen approaches every project with intention and care.  Her hands-on support reflects the level of service the firm is known for, organized, collaborative, and focused, thereby instilling confidence in our clients every step of the way.