WHO We ARE

With nearly two decaades of interior design and construction experience working for commercial builders and design build firms alike, Jenny Neilson founded Neilson Design Studio with the knowledge that her entrepreneurial spirit would never rest until she was fully immersed in the business of design.

From her studio in Perth, Ontario, Jenny serves clients from all over Eastern Ontario, Ottawa and beyond.

Jenny's drive is fueled by creativity – and sometimes mass quantities of green tea; but is rooted in the desire to affect people's lives through the spaces in which they live, breathe, work and play.

Jenny holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, NCIDQ Certification, a BCIN in Small Buildings and is a registered member of The Association of Registered Interior Designers of Ontario (ARIDO). Extensive experience in the world of construction gives Jenny the unique perspective to understand the intricacies of how spaces are built and how to feasibly bring a design to life.

WHAT Neilson DESIGN DOES FOR YOU

Knowing what you want is one thing, but getting there is another. The design process is made up of creativity and decision making – and then more decision making.

Your trust in our creative vision enables us to take your project out of the ordinary and make it remarkable. This is how we achieve a space that not only looks good, but feels good too. One created with trust, talent, and intuition – and a space that is connected to you and all your functional and aesthetic needs.

Because it's okay to want your home / office / shop to be beautiful AND functional.

HOW WE DO IT

We start by listening.

You communicate your wishes and we implement them using our creativity, expertise and a solid process. Formal training in interior design, with extensive professional experience in home building and renovation, set us up with the technical expertise to design your space from the ground up.

Beyond the technical needs, we believe a strong connection with our clients gives us the ability to provide an experience that spills over into their amazing spaces for years to come. We often joke that we came together for the design process, but stayed together for the “best friend energy.”

OUR PROCESS

Creativity is the driving force in design, but the process is at the core of implementation.

Each project is unique in it's requirements, but we believe that a focused process frees up more time to tackle the fun stuff, helps to manage expectations and keeps projects running smoothly. The more knowledge we have up front, the less opportunity for mishaps later.

We've summed it up into ten key steps:

STEP 1: Design Consultation

Let’s meet face to face, review your space, establish your goals and give you some great ideas. (Investment: $400.00 plus HST, up to 2 hours)

<< 2-hour Design Consultation fees are due in advance of first meeting. Additional hours are billed at $175.00/hr plus HST >>

<< A retainer is requested prior to the commencement of design work. Because each project is unique in its scope, we provide a detailed fee estimate following our initial consultation to reflect the specific needs of your project. >>

STEP 2: Site Review

On-site measurements, photos and final criteria are established.

STEP 3: Design Planning

Execution of preliminary design drawings and 3D renderings, sourcing goods and services.

STEP 4: DETAILING

A visual presentation of:

1. Cabinetry design.

2. Material and finish selections.

3. Lighting and plumbing fixture selections.

4. Furniture selections.

STEP 5: Construction Documentation and Commencement.

Full drawing set: plans, elevations and details. BCIN stamp, permit application, structural engineering. Construction ready drawings.

STEP 6: Order Placement.

Assessing lead times and delivery.

STEP 7: Construction Administration

Contractor coordination and site visits as required throughout the duration of the project.