Concept
STRATEGY
Reality

With an empowered blend of business acumen, product design expertise and industry knowledge, we work with designers and brands to develop tailored strategies in support of their unique goals and creative practices.

Who We Are

We are
INDUSTRY EXPERTSCREATIVE DIRECTORSPRODUCT DESIGNERSMARKETING MINDSSALES STRATEGISTS
catering
to the trade

Collaborating with top-tier interior designers, architects, and luxury product brands, Kate Verner + Associates applies both seasoned experience and forward thinking to each client’s creative vision. Our team specializes in a multidisciplinary approach, leveraging clients’ strengths for optimal growth.

Our Services

We bring collaborative solutions to the dynamic space where brands and designers intersect with products. Tailoring our process to each client’s unique needs, we tap into a suite of design-led services built around research, strategy and informed vision.

PRODUCT BUSINESS STRATEGY
CREATIVE DIRECTION
PRODUCT DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
PRODUCT ASSORTMENT PLANNING
SALES STRATEGY – CHANNELS & TERRITORIES

Our Team

Kate VernerKate Verner
Founder & Creative Director
Affectionately referred to as the design industry’s secret weapon, Kate Verner leads an eponymous firm renowned for concepting memorable products and fostering resilient, sustainable businesses. With a foundation rooted in design and manufacturing expertise cultivated during her years at Parsons—further honed through collaborative ventures with luminaries such as Murray Moss and Clodagh—Kate’s journey is one of tireless research and development and a strategic approach no matter her endeavor. In 2003, Kate established KV+A, a visionary creative hub where design prowess converges with business finesse and knowing exactly who to connect, when to pivot, and how to cross-pollinate with intention. Within the boutique firm, Kate and her team’s innate ability to craft immersive experiences alongside an astute understanding of the industry has proven transformative for clients such as Champalimaud, Laura Kirar, W/APD, and Arteriors Home. At KV+A, Kate practices a holistic approach to the world of home, leveraging product design and strategy to fortify brands and drive revenue streams.
Stephanie PorzioStephanie Porzio
Director of Design
An integral member of the KV+A team, Stephanie brings boundless creativity and expertise to the forefront of our design endeavors. As the driving force behind all product design and creative work, Stephanie’s journey from Parsons to the luxury interior world has been led by a passion for creative expression. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for problem-solving, Stephanie is dedicated to bringing clients’ visions to life, navigating the complexities of design with savvy and thoughtful consideration.
Jordan ChapmanJordan Chapman
Director of Operations & Strategy Development
As the anchor of daily operations and strategic development at KV+A, Jordan brings a dynamic fusion of communication expertise and marketing insights to the forefront of the interiors industry. With a background in organizational communication and marketing, her fresh perspective enlivens each client and project she touches. Specializing in strategy development, Jordan excels at crafting tailored plans that help brands level up.
Joshua MundayJoshua Munday
Product Director
In his role at KV+A, Joshua focuses on product design, utilizing his discerning eye for aesthetics, technical skills, detailing talents, and ability to problem-solve (i.e. make our think-outside-the-box designs a reality). His journey into the interiors industry began with a passion for creating furniture pieces, which later expanded into lighting and accessories. Josh understands the nuances between working with designers and brands, valuing collaboration with designers and embracing the broader perspective brands bring to the table.