I'm passionate about colors, patterns and all things botanical.

Hola, I'm Karen – a multidisciplinary artist, illustrator and interior designer with a great love for colours, shapes, materials and structures.

While studying interior architecture in Germany, I discovered my passion for botanical illustrations and patterns. Since then, I can't live without my brushes and paints. In my textile designs I am combining both digital and analogue techniques, such as watercolours, acrylics or gouache.

A woman with long hair, wearing a beige sleeveless top and green velvet pants, standing next to a rustic stone wall with a small window and a flowerpot plant.

Today, I live in Mallorca, where I draw inspiration from the Mediterranean landscapes, charming mountain villages and my roadtrips through Europe in my self-built camper van. Wherever nature is in bloom and the light is particularly beautiful, I find new ideas for my work.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Residential & hospitality interior architecture projects working with NoBLa Interior (Karlsruhe), Blocher Partners (Stuttgart), Terraza Balear (Santa Ponsa) and Carlo Design & Development (Palma de Mallorca)

2015 - 2024



Since 2019

Freelance textile design, interior architecture and art/illustration

HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER

Outdoor seating area with beige cushions and patterned throw pillows in black, white, and brown, on a white sofa next to a small wooden side table with a ceramic vase.

Since six years I create digital and hand-painted patterns for the textile industry which resulted in beautiful collections. Hit me up to create a new bestseller for your brand.

PATTERN DESIGN

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A dining room with a wooden table set for a meal, surrounded by four dark green upholstered chairs with gold legs. The table has a colorful table runner, plates, glasses, and food including a pizza. There are green plants on the table and in the room, with a window on the left letting in natural light, and a wall with shelves and hanging plants on the left side of the background.

With my professional background in interior architecture I will design your personal space with both technical knowledge and my strong passion for colours, materials and furniture.

INTERIOR DESIGN

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A watercolor painting of a pineapple with green leaves, a lemon wedge, a pink and white drink in a glass with ice cubes, and partially sketched glasses and straws on watercolor paper.

I create your full bespoke wedding stationery such as bar menus, save the date or invitation cards. Further I design personalised wedding gifts for your guests they will never forget.

WEDDING STATIONERY

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Close-up of a collection of colorful printed art posters and a circular sticker with green text reading "BY KAREN MENZENBACH," on a black textured surface.

Palmartprints is my very personal project where I create illustrations and patterns inspired by my travels and life in the Balearic islands. Shop dreamy art or botanical textiles for your home.

PALMARTPRINTS SHOP

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Watercolor painting of an abstract scene with a purple arch window, green plant, beige steps, and colorful geometric background, set on a gray table with brushes and a palette nearby.

Are you planning an event or do you want to learn how to paint, create illustrations or patterns yourself? In my workshops I will teach you all the skills and details you need to get creative.

WORKSHOPS & EVENTS

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Illustration of a scene with a desert-like landscape, featuring a tree with green branches, an arched doorway with a red border, a staircase, and a large moon in the background.

Before moving abroad to Spain I manifested my dreams in bold colourful paintings on large canvas. Buy original artworks or inquire me for a customised piece choosing your size and favorite colours.

BESPOKE ART

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LET'S TALK YOUR IDEAS.

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ANY PROJECT IN MIND?

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LET'S TALK YOUR IDEAS. * ANY PROJECT IN MIND? *

Clients & Collaborations

Text in bold, dark blue font reads 'text il -werk' on a white background.
The image shows a wordmark with black and navy colors that reads 'XXXL' in a stylized font.
The phrase 'Happy Wall' written in large, dark blue letters on a black background.
The logo for JUNIQ, featuring the word 'JUNIQ' in bold, dark blue letters with a stylized crown above it.
Text reading 'Spoonflower' with a spoon illustration at the top in black, on a transparent background.
Logo of Artesta Store with stylized holographic shopping bag and the store name beneath in dark purple text.
The word 'habitus' written in dark blue lowercase letters on a black background.
Text reading 'City Art Print' in black and dark blue font on a white background.

Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Design is knowing which ones to keep.

I bring together the best of two worlds: a deep understanding of business and marketing, and a true passion for architecture and design.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in International Business with Corporate Communications (Heidelberg)

2012-2015

2015-2019

Bachelor of Arts in Interior Architecture (Darmstadt)

During my marketing studies, I gained valuable insights into the corporate world, consumer behavior, and the subtle influences that drive purchase decisions. In architecture, I honed my ability to shape spaces with a strong focus on people—their psychological and physical needs—while ensuring functionality and aesthetics in every design.

Today, I fuse these skills into every piece I create—whether it’s textiles, interiors, furniture, or art. My professional knowledge of marketing allows me to design not only with beauty and purpose but also with market success in mind. Each creation is crafted to inspire, connect, and sell.

PEOPLE TRUSTING IN MY DESIGNS

  • Karen is an absolutely talented wedding designer and a great listener. She created exactly what I had in mind, just better. Not only her art is amazing, but she is an enthusiastic person, who is easy to work with and really manages to capture your vision in the most beautiful way. I would 100% work with her again.

    Fiona U.

  • Karen's designs radiate cheerfulness and joy of life. She creates with energy and concentration, complementing any setting. Her textile placemats always remind us of holidays and pleasure.

    Lina H.

  • Karen created the design for our wedding. It turned out even more beautiful than I had imagined. We used it for save the dates, invitations, place cards, and a welcome sign. I like it so much that I still have it as my tablet's background image.

    Cylie H.

  • The coordination was very straightforward, Karen took all of our wishes into account and made them happen. I highly recommend her!

    Carsten W.

  • I have known Karen for many years and have purchased several of her artworks. When I first met her, I knew that her art was something very special which is also reflected in her products. I am always amazed at how she manages to transform everyday aesthetics into dreamy, elegant, and appealing designs and motifs.

    Carl. P. B.