About Paper K8

Kate Alkarni is an artist, designer, and creative entrepreneur based in Memphis, Tennessee. She is the founder of Paper K8, a studio focused on custom wallpaper and rugs that bring art-driven design into interior spaces. Alkarni’s background spans fine art, gallery work, and creative collaborations, including involvement with exhibitions and projects in the contemporary art community. She previously operated a gallery in Seattle and continues to explore the intersection of art, interiors, and material design through custom wallcoverings and decorative surfaces.