--- title: "The Design Experience, LLC — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/the-design-experience-llc-pfvwus-pf~1258421666 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1258421666.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "The Design Experience, LLC" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6d13835c0ec8007d_2631-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1408 Portlock Road, Chesapeake, Virginia 23324, United States" latitude: 36.8056 longitude: -76.2666 phone: "(757) 831-4601" website: http://www.thedesignexperience.vpweb.com rating: 5 review_count: 1 followers: 25 last_updated: 2026-09-26 --- # The Design Experience, LLC Original Houzz profile: [The Design Experience, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/the-design-experience-llc-pfvwus-pf~1258421666) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Chesapeake, VA - **Serves:** Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Newport News, Hampton, Portsmouth Heights, Portsmouth, Suffolk - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (1 review) ## About ### Houzz Badges - 500 Ideabook Saves The Design Experience specializes in residential and commercial interior design. It is owned and operated by Melissa Jennings with 19 years of experience. The Design Experience utilizes a team of craftsman, professional installers and work rooms to provide a high level of professional services for your design projects. From concept through installation , to the finishing touches, you can rely on The Design Experience to deliver a personal environment tailored specifically for you. By interpreting an individual client's needs, The Design Experience can successfully incorporate function while following current fashion trends. Whether you need to decorate, redesign, or simply liven-up your home, The Design Experience will help you conceptualize, visualize and realize your dream. The Design Experience welcomes your questions and invites you to personally experience Hampton Road's choice for inspired interior design. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Kids Bedroom Design - Lighting Design - Floor Plans - Playroom Design - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Furniture - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - Sunroom Design & Construction - Drafting - Kitchen Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling ### Areas Served - Virginia Beach - Chesapeake - Norfolk - Newport News - Hampton - Portsmouth Heights - Portsmouth - Suffolk ### Typical Job Cost $100 - 100,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | The Design Experience, LLC | | Address | 1408 Portlock Road, Chesapeake, Virginia 23324, United States | | Phone | (757) 831-4601 | | Website | http://www.thedesignexperience.vpweb.com | | License Number | 45-4363122 | | Followers on Houzz | 25 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [The Design Experience, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/the-design-experience-llc-pfvwus-pf~1258421666) - **Website:** http://www.thedesignexperience.vpweb.com - **Phone:** (757) 831-4601 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - ASID, Allied member **Affiliations** - [American Society of Interior Designers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-interior-designers-pfvwus-pf~1510192642) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 1 review** ### All 1 review **★★★★★ — HU-308140, June 2016** > Melissa is very professional, and has an in-depth understanding of design and can help people acheive their desires while maintaining focus on cost, functionality, and aesthetics. She is very detailed-oriented, but doesn't lose sight of the overall design. ## Selected projects - [Great Bridge Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/great-bridge-residence-pj-vj~1790148) - Location: Chesapeake, VA - Photos: 13 - Description: Complete kitchen remodel all new cabinets, granite counter-tops, appliances, flooring, back-splash and lighting. The prior kitchen was built the the late 70's and although the cabinets were well made it was time for an update. We also updated the living and dining rooms with new engineered wood flooring, removing the 80's wallpaper and replacing with fresh paint. In addition, we painted all the wood trim which was a stained pine. These few simple changes freshen up the space and added a lot of m… - [Orlando, FL - Master Bath Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/orlando-fl-master-bath-remodel-pj-vj~1790160) - Location: Orlando, FL - Photos: 7 - [Leesburg, VA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/leesburg-va-pj-vj~1790142) - Location: Leesburg, VA - Photos: 12 - [Ferguson Showrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ferguson-showrooms-pj-vj~1705140) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - [Portlock Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/portlock-residence-pj-vj~5780777) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 [See all 5 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/the-design-experience-llc-pfvwus-pf~1258421666) ## Ideabooks - [Interior Design Business](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/137592755/list/interior-design-business) — 2 ideas - [Living Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/130539299/list/living-rooms) — 8 ideas - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/76166260/list/kitchens) — 2 ideas - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/17548669/list/bathrooms) — 8 ideas - [Arts and Crafts](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/76166122/list/arts-and-crafts) — 5 ideas - [Contemporary Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/17548561/list/contemporary-architecture) — 2 ideas - [Art](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15447691/list/art) — 8 ideas [See all 7 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/malissia4design) ## Community Q&A **Q: what is the tile used for the backsplash in this photo.** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It's by Daltile - Castle Metals, Aged Copper Field Tile CM01 Castle Metals **Q: Is a Bertazzoni range worth the price?** *(in Design Dilemma)* I'm trying to decide between a (beautiful) Bertazzoni range or a Jenn Air range. Anyone own a Bertazzoni? Do you love it or hate it? I'm trying to be rational about the purchase and not just buy because I love how clean and uncluttered it looks..... Opinions? A: Thanks Bertazzoni! I've been on your website several times to learn more about your products. In fact we will utilize your current promotions to outfit our kitchen with Bertazzoni appliances. Our local dealer is Ferguson who I've worked with in the past. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-26.*