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Kobi Karp Architecture and Interior Design: A Legacy of Innovation

For over 3 decades, Kobi Karp Architecture & Interior Design (KKAID) has redefined the global design landscape with adaptive, forward-thinking, and distinctly personal solutions across a diverse range of projects. From hospitality and high-rise residential to retail, cultural, and mixed-use developments, KKAID has delivered over $120 billion in award-winning and globally recognized work spanning the Caribbean, the Americas, the Black Sea, the Gulf, and the Middle East.

Grounded in the belief that architecture should reflect the human experience, KKAID creates spaces that balance purpose and place—where design complements the environment and enhances the way people live, work, and connect.

Founded by renowned architect Kobi Karp, a distinguished member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), the firm continues to shape dynamic, human-centered environments with timeless elegance, innovation, and integrity across a myriad of projects.

Kobi Karp Architecture and Interior Design: A Legacy of Innovation

Headquartered in Miami with branch studios in the Middle East, Kobi Karp Architecture & Interior Design (KKAID) brings a globally informed, client- driven approach to every project. The firm has earned numerous honors, including the AIA Outstanding Young Architect of the Year, AIA Award of Merit, ARDA Gold Award, NEWH Excellence in Design Award, and preservation awards from the Miami Design Preservation League and Dade Heritage Trust. Most recently, Kobi Karp received the 2025 Green GOOD DESIGN Award for The Gateway—a Class A office building in the heart of Wynwood that stands as an exemplary model of modern sustainable design.

KKAID’s work has been featured in leading publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Architectural Digest, Forbes, and Hospitality Design Magazine. The firm has also appeared on major networks including CBS, NBC, CNN, and 1TV Russia, highlighting its ongoing influence across the international design landscape.

Architecture

Kobi Karp Architecture & Interior Design (KKAID) is internationally recognized for delivering innovative, adaptable design solutions that are both environmentally responsible and timeless in form. Each project is a thoughtful response to its surrounding environment—drawing on local culture, history, and logistical context to create architecture that is both relevant and enduring. With a forward-thinking philosophy, the firm continues to revolutionize how spaces are experienced—merging sustainability with functionality to meet the evolving needs of contemporary life. KKAID works closely with clients to transform vision into built environments that are impactful, adaptable, and aligned with each project's overall scope and financial framework. Whether working on commercial, residential, or mixed-use developments, KKAID is dedicated to delivering innovative environments with precision, efficiency, and lasting impact.

Interior Design

At KKAID, interior design is more than aesthetics—it’s about creating environments that feel as good as they function. We specialize in transforming interiors into refined, purposeful spaces that reflect identity, enhance productivity, and elevate daily experience. Leveraging our trusted global network of suppliers and artisans, we curate a rich palette of natural materials, innovative finishes, custom furnishings, and thoughtful details—each chosen to bring style, comfort, and a human touch to every project. As interior architects, we thoughtfully shape how space is experienced—designing layouts and atmospheres that align with our clients' goals, values, and vision. Whether crafting elegant workspaces, luxury residences, or hospitality interiors, we create spaces that are sophisticated, livable, and built to inspire.

Planning

Planning at KKAID is an adaptive and ever-evolving process—shaped by context, innovation, and proven expertise in navigating planning regulations. We see each project as a unique opportunity to respond to its surroundings with purpose, blending architectural vision withsmart, flexible planning strategies. Our team is skilled in creating environments that align with both today’s functions and tomorrow’s possibilities. From reimagining pedestrian flow in mixed-use districts to preserving thecultural identity of Miami Beach’s iconic Art Deco corridor, KKAID designs spaces where history and progress coexist seamlessly. With a diverse portfolio spanning hospitality, multifamily, residential, resort, and lifestyle sectors, our planning approach evolves with each project—always grounded in place, driven by purpose, and focused on lasting impact.

Kobi Karp, R.A., AIA, NCARB
Principal-in-Charge

Kobi Karp is the Founder and Principal of Kobi Karp Architecture & Interior Design(KKAID), a globally recognized, full-service design firm headquartered in Miami. Since founding the firm in 1996, Karp has served as Principal-in-Charge of Design, leading an award-winning team that delivers architecture and interior design services across a wide spectrum—from large-scale, high-rise residential and hospitality developments to intimate, low-rise commercial and boutique residential projects.

Karp earned dual degrees in Architecture and Environmental Design from the University of Minnesota’s Institute of Technology. Early in his career, he worked extensively across the United States and the Caribbean on all-inclusive resort and hospitality projects, honing a design approach that blends environmental responsiveness with elegant functionality. His preservation and restoration techniques have played a key role in the revitalization of Miami Beach’s iconic Art Deco District, contributing to its international acclaim.

With over 30 years of experience, Karp has cultivated deep expertise across diverse project types, climates, and cultural contexts—especially in tropical and coastal destinations. His work has earned international recognition, leading to long-standing partnerships with developers across the Caribbean, the Black Sea region, and the Middle East.

A licensed architect in sixteen U.S. states and in Abu Dhabi (UAE), Karp is a respected member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and is widely celebrated for his visionary, award-winning designs. His leadership has positioned KKAID as a key contributor to both modern development and historic preservation, earning features in renowned national and international publications.

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