Karen Frome, AIA, is the founder and principal of Rise Projects, a design firm based in New York City offering a full-service approach to architecture, interiors, and project planning. Since 2012, Frome has led the firm in delivering projects that are grounded in client needs, practical constraints, and site-specific design strategies. Rise Projects serves clients across the United States, including current projects in Colorado, Connecticut and Miami. Rise Projects specializes in residential, commercial, institutional, and public works. Known for its thoughtful process and tailored results, the firm integrates budget, schedule, and design goals from the outset. With a focus on material selection and finish quality, Rise Projects creates interiors and buildings that reflect each client’s intent. The team brings a collaborative mindset to projects of varying scale and location, consistently producing work that meets both practical and aesthetic standards.
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