Design Notes from the Studio

After 24 years designing homes across the US, Europe, and Asia, I returned to Colorado to focus exclusively on South Denver neighborhoods. This journal shares what I'm learning as I navigate Centennial kitchens, Littleton historic homes, and the unique challenges of designing close to home.

You'll find project stories, design philosophy, practical advice, and honest reflections on what it takes to create homes that work for real families.

How We Transformed a Dilapidated Bungalow Into Something Special
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How We Transformed a Dilapidated Bungalow Into Something Special

Transforming a home is about more than just aesthetics—it’s about honoring its history while enhancing its functionality and beauty. This project, a remarkable bungalow remodel in Houston, showcases the power of thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship. With before-and-after photos that highlight the dramatic transformation, this home now exudes warmth, character, and timeless elegance.

This project was a true labor of love, and I couldn’t be more proud of the results. If you are looking to remodel or build a home that blends timeless design with modern luxury, Jamie House Design is here to bring your vision to life. Let’s create something extraordinary together—contact us today to get started!

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Before & After: A Stunning Home Transformation | Follow Up
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Before & After: A Stunning Home Transformation | Follow Up

At Jamie House Design, we believe a home remodel should not only enhance the beauty of a space but also improve its functionality. One of our most rewarding projects was a collaboration with P&G Homes on a full-scale home remodel in Houston. Designed with an affluent family in mind, this home now boasts a layout perfect for modern living, with luxurious details that balance elegance and practicality.

A Home Designed for Family Living

From the start, this home had strong bones and a fantastic floor plan. It featured a butler’s pantry with a desk, wine storage in the dining room, a spacious kitchen with two seating areas, four bedrooms, a generous utility room with ample storage, a private office off the primary suite, and a custom-built vanity for added convenience. The primary suite also included a walk-in closet and an expansive spa-like bathroom—everything a family could ask for.

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A Stunning Houston Home Transformation – Designed by Jamie House Design
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A Stunning Houston Home Transformation – Designed by Jamie House Design

At Jamie House Design, we specialize in transforming homes into luxurious, timeless spaces that enhance the way our clients live. This project, designed in collaboration with P&G Homes, is a perfect example of a full-scale remodel that brings a home’s potential to life. While my interior design firm is now based in Denver, this Houston project remains a favorite—showcasing the power of thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship. If you're considering a home remodel in Denver, keep reading to see what’s possible when you work with Jamie House Design.

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Designing a Big Kid Bedroom: Functional, Personal, Built to Last
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Designing a Big Kid Bedroom: Functional, Personal, Built to Last

When my Garden Oaks clients and I discussed the future of their home, we knew this room would eventually become their son RC’s big kid bedroom. Initially, it served as a guest room, office, and general storage space—a common scenario in many homes. However, with a new baby on the way, the "in the future" project quickly became a priority. It was time to create a functional, stylish, and timeless space that RC could grow into while also serving as a playroom.

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How to Shop for Your Home While You Travel
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How to Shop for Your Home While You Travel
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A few swatches and one tape measure turn a great travel find into something that actually works in your home. Here's what's worth packing before you go.

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Trust and Collaboration in Interior Design
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Trust and Collaboration in Interior Design
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A renovation is a partnership, not a transaction. Here's what trust and collaboration look like in practice for a good design process.

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5 Things I Wish Every Homeowner Knew
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5 Things I Wish Every Homeowner Knew
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Not the usual list. Five things I've learned after 24 years that most homeowners never hear, because most designers don't say them out loud.

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Designing a Home Office
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Designing a Home Office
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Most home offices start with a desk pushed against a wall. Here are the real questions worth answering first, and the one mistake worth avoiding entirely.

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Before You Call a Contractor
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Before You Call a Contractor
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A contractor's first questions, answered in advance. Here's what's worth figuring out before you pick up the phone.

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Room Design Services: The Process
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Room Design Services: The Process
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One room or several, the process is the same rigor as full-service, just a smaller footprint. Here's exactly how a Room Design project goes from first call to finished space.

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Why I Source Vintage and Antique Pieces
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Why I Source Vintage and Antique Pieces
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Patina can't be manufactured. Here's why vintage and antique pieces solve design problems new furniture can't, and how they make even brand new construction feel like it has roots.

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JHD’s Full-Service Design Process | Part II
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JHD’s Full-Service Design Process | Part II
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Full service interior design, construction through installation day; what happens once the design is complete, and how Jamie House Design stays involved through the build.

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The Highlands Ranch House, After the Kids: Designing the Next Twenty Years
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The Highlands Ranch House, After the Kids: Designing the Next Twenty Years
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The kids are launched and the house is finally quiet. Here's how Highlands Ranch homeowners are designing the next twenty years, on purpose this time.

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How Hiring a Designer Gets You More for Your Money
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How Hiring a Designer Gets You More for Your Money
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An interior designer doesn't add to what a renovation costs, they change what you get for what you were already going to spend. Here's how the math works.

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  • “Jamie House Design was invaluable to us after we purchased a second home. We started from scratch and needed advice on paint colors, window coverings, wallpaper, rugs, furnishings, and decorative items. JHD was a delight to work with. Jamie truly listened to our preferences, and was able to find beautiful options that my husband and I could agree on (not always easy!). She was always responsive and diplomatic. Now, as I look around our home, I am so thankful for Jamie House Design every day.”

    —E. Phelps

  • “Jamie is truly gifted in her career of design. She is not only gifted at seeing potential, a complete picture and is able to put things together in an imaginative way, she does all of that while analyzing her client’s personality and making it come to life. Walking into a room designed by Jamie gains you instant insight into what the owner is all about. I see that ability as a special gift.”

    —J. Headley

  • “We had a wonderful experience working with Jamie House Design on our bathroom renovation. Jamie’s attention to detail and eye for design were evident in every aspect of the project. She listened carefully to our needs and delivered a design that was not only beautiful but also more functional. The final result is two stunning bathrooms that feel both luxurious and timeless. Highly recommend Jamie House Design for any interior design needs!”

    —C. Patterson

  • “As a past client.. Jamie House Design does a great job of designing your space for you and the way you live. Don’t know how she gets it so right??!”

    -D. Seeburger

  • “I had the pleasure of working with Jamie on my bathroom renovation recently and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the results. She is incredibly creative, professional, and truly takes the time to understand your vision. She worked within our budget and came up with a beautiful and practical space. From start to finish, Jamie was a joy with work with and I will definitely be reaching out to her for future projects. I highly recommend Jamie House Design!”

    -M. Childs

  • “Thank you guys for all your hard work. The house looks incredible! We couldn’t be happier! ”

    -F. Allen

  • “The house truly feels like a home. Thank you so much!”

    -J. Losie

  • “Jamie was exactly what we needed for our renovation. She is kind and patient. She listened to us and made our vision a reality, even when we couldn’t put into words exactly what we wanted. She was the perfect go between with the contractors and us. I plan to use Jamie for all my future renovation and design needs. You will not regret going with Jamie. It was the best decision we made during this renovation.”

    -L. Snead

  • “I sure value your input and appreciate every second of your time. You are different than any decorator I have ever met. Most live in a small design box and I feel like you embrace and approach each home as its own.”

    -S. Hoopingarner

  • “I have worked with Jamie House Design for several years. Jamie’s architectural design recommendations with regards to ceiling details, wall finishes, cabinetry detailing, kitchen & bath layouts have led to improved, innovative designs that translates to great response from my home buyers. In addition, her plumbing trim, decorative electrical fixtures, stone, & tile selections have been on point with what buyers are wanting in the market today. I highly recommend her services & will continue to use Jamie in the future.”

    -C. Michael Batts, CM Batts Developers

  • “Jamie is incredible. When I first met her she got to know me and what I needed in my new home. She then began her design that is making my house a home. I have had lots of compliments on her work. She listens and is particular to details. She can think “out of the box” and come up with great design ideas. She always consults with you before making any purchases and decisions. We also have spent time looking at different pieces at the stores. She makes time and is there when you need her. You will be pleased with her work!”

    -E. Francis

  • “Jamie was perfect! She helped make my vision come to life. We transformed a guest bedroom into the prettiest nursery I’ve ever seen. Perfection!”

    -D. Joseph

  • “We used Jamie House Design as part of a six-figure office remodel for our engineering company. Everything Jamie did from CAD plans to remodeling to furnishings and design worked seamlessly to make our new office great. Jamie listened to us and knew what we needed better than we knew ourselves. Clients and visitors to our offices are always complimenting the look and feel of our work environment, and this impression is a huge asset to our business.”

    -Sparx Engineering

  • “I moved to Houston in a tight housing market and all I could really afford was a “fixer-upper”. I found Jamie through Houzz (just read the profiles and thought she would be a good fit). The design and remodeling process took about 6 mos and it was, end-to-end, a great experience. Can’t recommend Jamie highly enough. Wonderful resource.”

    -E. Terry

  • “I found Jamie House Design on Houzz and after seeing her blog and learning her design process, I knew she was the right fit! We were just wanting Jamie to help select paints and here we are a year later with a fabulous home! We moved into an older ranch style home in Glenwood and Jamie has completely transformed our space into a gem! The original owners came over and said they wanted it back, haha! Jamie designed a brand new kitchen, family room, laundry with my own wrap room and a kitchenette off the “man cave.” I love that she asked us how we moved in our home and then married function with beauty into her design! She has given both of us what we want even when we were at odds over the decision. We have not been easy clients and Jamie has had such patience with our situation and has always done her best to make sure we were happy. She has very high standards when it comes to the people who work on our home. Every single contractor, landscaper, window treatment co. plumber etc has been a five star experience! We can’t say enough about Jamie House! We are so thankful that we found her and that Houston residents have access to this level of talent!”

    -A. West

  • “I highly recommend Jamie House. She knows what she’s doing, she accurately nails down the personalities and tastes of whoever she is decorating for and she does it all with a sense of calm and ease that you will find absolutely delightful.”

    -S. Joines

  • “As a builder, Jamie has become a primary source for all of our design needs. She chooses all finishes inside and out; including cabinetry/trim, tile, counters, paint colors, electric/plumbing fixtures, landscaping, etc, etc.. Jamie and her team are a pleasure to work with and have played a big role in our reputation of providing high quality homes. Because I build spec homes, I give Jamie quite a bit of freedom in her choices; she consistently creates fresh and beautiful interiors that appeal to my buyers. Everyone loves her final product!”

    -P&G Homes

  • “Working with Jamie was wonderful because she listened to what I wanted and had the same vision I did. My baby girl’s nursery was complete with the draperies that Jamie designed. Her attitude and impeccable taste made this experience very easy and quick. So happy with the results!”

    -V. Bazan

  • “Unique in every respect. Jamie has a wonderful presence. Full of personality that is reflected in her work. I love her flair for envisioning design “outside the box”.”

    -S. Sikora

  • “Jamie is very creative and is able to work within a budget. She is very detailed and communicates very effectively throughout the project. I highly recommend her! You won’t be disappointed.”

    -T. Bruton

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AWARDS AND PRESS

Interior Designer Jamie House featured in Voyage Denver
Centennial CO votes Jamie House Design Platinum in Interior Design for 2025 and 2026
Jamie House Design wins Platinum in Interior Decorator in Centennial CO
Jamie House Design wins Platinum in Home Improvements and Renovations in Centennial CO
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Recommended on HOUZZ
Best of Houzz 2019
Best of Houzz 2019
Best of Houzz 2018
Best of Houzz 2018
Best of Houzz 2017
Best of Houzz 2017
Jamie House Design Centennial 2025 Community Votes Winner in Interior Decorator
Jamie House Design Centennial 2025 Community Votes Winner in Interior Design
Best of Houzz 2014
Best of Houzz 2014
Best of Houzz 2016
Best of Houzz 2016
Best of Houzz 2015
Best of Houzz 2015
Best of Houzz 2015
Best of Houzz 2015