Principal Designer
My name is Mary Kathrine Focht (friends and clients call me Katie) and I’m the owner and and principal designer for MK Interiors. My husband Eric and 2 kids Brody and Shelby moved from Sammamish Washington to the Eagle/Boise area in 2019, and it’s been a whirlwind immersing ourselves into the community, kids sports, and activities, enjoying the outdoors and building the home of our dreams.
I took the plunge starting my interior design business when I finally took my own advice I always gave my kids, “find something you love to do, and figure out a way to make a living at it.” Interior design was always my creative outlet. It’s what I did after a long workday, whether it was transforming our old fixer-upper or helping friends and family with their homes. I loved taking something that wasn’t much to look at and making it into something beautiful. Creating a home that was both inviting and special gave me immense joy. I was always told “You missed your calling” for not making it a career. I decided to finally pursue my passion, and it was the best decision I EVER made.
Starting from our fixer-upper to designing our dream home and now having designed several dream homes for my clients from the ground up, I’ve learned invaluable lessons along the way. The experience gave me the confidence to navigate through each phase of the design process, and finding just the right furniture and styling pieces to make or break a space. Never underestimate the power of a solid pillow game!
I felt an incredible sense of validation when MK Interiors was recently recognized as Idaho’s Best Interior Designer for 2025 and awarded Best Interior Designer in the Treasure Valley the same year. The studio was also recognized as a Best of Boise winner in 2023 and runner-up in 2024. MK Interiors has been featured by McGee & Co., Pottery Barn, and others.
I’ve met and worked with some of the most amazing people, and so thankful they entrusted me with their sacred spaces. I truly LOVE what I do. I get to transform a house into a home, creating a personal sanctuary where a family loves to come back to. Where you entertain, decompress, make memories and create traditions. Your space should be beautiful, reflect your personal style and bring you joy. If you get overwhelmed with trying to figure out design selections for your home, I’d love the opportunity to help make your dream home a reality.
Meet the Team
Angela Hansen
DESIGN ASSISTANT
Born and raised in Orange County, California, she moved to Eagle, Idaho in 2022 to start a new chapter in life. After a career in finance and software development, she followed her passion for interior design. As a Design Assistant, she supports the principal designer by developing floor plans, creating renderings, and assembling sheet sets. She helps source materials, prepare presentations, and keep projects organized and on schedule. Her background strengthened her skills in project management, budgeting, and communication—skills she uses every day in design. When she’s not working, she enjoys time with her husband and their energetic Boxer. She is a proud mother of two daughters and cherish moments with her sweet little granddaughter. She finds joy in hiking, crocheting, and gardening. Helping others is important to her, and she loves supporting family, friends, and her community whenever she can.
Katrina Vehlow
BUSINESS MANAGER
A Boise, Idaho native who graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in accounting from Northwest Nazarene University in 2003, Katrina then went on to obtain a Master’s degree in accounting from the University of Idaho in 2007 and passed the CPA exam in 2007. She started her career at Deloitte Accounting in 2007 and then went into small business accounting in 2008 for a local CPA firm. She chose to stay home in 2013 to raise her kids and has been helping clients with small business accounting on the side since then. She has worked with MK Interiors since June 2024 and is loving watching and helping Katie grow her business. She has been happily married to her husband since 2002 and have 3 school aged kids who keep them very busy! In her free time, she loves to travel to new places, garden, exercise, and spend time with her family and 2 dogs.
Brooke Henson
STUDIO SUPPORT MANAGER
With over 20 years of experience in digital strategy and SEO, Brooke now serves in a behind-the-scenes role at MK Interiors, helping ensure the business runs smoothly and efficiently. She supports project management, oversees marketing content, streamlines client communication, and helps organize internal systems so the design team can stay focused on the creative work. After 18 years in agency life supporting medical clients, she transitioned to working one-on-one with business owners she genuinely connects with. MK Interiors and Brooke began as a client relationship and evolved into a trusted friendship and seamless business partnership. Brooke also manages her own Etsy shop as a skilled seamstress and finds balance through reading, camping, and creative work.
Denise Chandler
STUDIO ASSISTANT
Denise is a seasoned graphic designer with over a decade of experience in visual marketing and hospitality. After finding a passion for graphic design, she now specializes in crafting cohesive, elevated brand identities for service based professionals across a wide range of industries. She has also operated a luxury wedding stationery business of her own for almost ten years, putting her love for the details to work. Becoming an official part of the MK team after redesigning the website felt like a natural next step in her career. Although her role at MK Interiors takes place behind the scenes, she plays a vital part in shaping and maintaining the visual identity of the company. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time outdoors, cooking and entertaining, and reading.
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