KRISta Cook
DESIGN PROJECT LEAD
Krista brings a thoughtful, artful approach to every project she touches at Design Bar. Raised in Oregon’s lush Willamette Valley, her early love of painting, drawing, and crafting sparked a deep curiosity for color theory, texture, and mood-driven aesthetics. Today, her design sensibility is grounded in natural materials and moody, refined palettes, always seeking a balance between beauty and intention.
She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design from Oregon State University and spent three years interning at an architecture firm, where she gained hands-on experience in project development, client collaboration, and technical design. That time sharpened her understanding of spatial flow and how architecture and interiors work together to create cohesive, functional spaces.
Krista relocated to Bend in the summer of 2025 with her boyfriend and their dog, drawn by the city’s vibrant design scene and love of the outdoors. Outside the studio, you’ll find her adventuring with Finnley, bouldering, or snowboarding the Central Oregon slopes.