jenni leasia interior design, portland
we design homes that make life better.
For the last 20 years, we’ve been designing dream homes throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond. We combine creative design solutions with meticulous project management and customer care, turning an otherwise overwhelming process into an exciting and deeply satisfying experience.
our approach
01. integrity
They say interior design is a business built on trust - we work hard to earn yours. Transparency, reliability and crystal-clear communication are integral to our process.
02. intelLigent design
A well-designed home is one that actually enhances your day-to-day life. We love creative problem-solving, and will not rest until we’ve found the most elegant, functional, long-lasting design solution for your home.
03. delight
Our goal is to surprise you, to design a space that is more beautiful, more comfortable, more you than you could have ever imagined - on time and on budget.
our team
Jenni Leasia, Owner
Jenni grew up in West LA and Laguna Beach. After graduating from Reed College, she began a career producing the PBS tv series "The Collectors,” and spent six years traveling across the US, visiting historic homes and touring magnificent collections. In the meantime, she became a serial home buyer and renovater. When friends began asking for help with their houses, Jenni dove into professional design. Her work is known for its clean timeless aesthetic and focus on comfort and livability. Jenni loves traveling; relaxing with friends, family, and puppy Bembé; and learning Spanish.
Kate Ornelas, Designer | Furnishings Lead
Kate spent her early childhood in rural Virginia, rearranging the furniture in her dollhouse and building backyard tree houses. Kate earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design from the Art Institute of California and worked for six years as a residential interior designer in San Diego, California. She loves collaborating with clients to create beautiful inviting spaces customized to their lifestyle and aesthetic. When she’s not in the studio, Kate enjoys hiking throughout the beautiful Pacific Northwest and spending time with family and friends.
Sarah Steele, Studio Manager | buyer
Sarah has managed Pacific NW interior design projects for over a decade. Prior to working with Jenni and the team, she owned a Seattle-based interior design firm, Studio 212. Her relationships with local and national suppliers, and experience with the procurement process throughout a project, allows the rest of the team to focus on design. Sarah is from the Washington DC area and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is inspired by travel and the many influences of the people and cultures around her. She stays busy with her two teen daughters, her husband, her running shoes, loads of cookbooks, and her Welsh Corgi, Toby.