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Karen Black Interiors was Awarded “Finalist” in the Modern Luxury Interiors Design 9 Awards Competition

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Karen Black

Interior Designer

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I am honored to have made the finalist list in Modern Luxury Interiors Houston Magazine’s first annual Design 9 competition. With all the amazing talent in our great city, it is a privilege to be among the finalists. Congratulations to all the winners and congratulations to Modern Luxury Interiors on the launch of their Houston publication!

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