--- title: "Jill Howard Design Studio — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/jill-howard-design-studio-pfvwus-pf~1703223377 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1703223377.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Jill Howard Design Studio" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/7663256e00ec9512_5931-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Charleston, South Carolina 29403, United States" phone: "(843) 277-1124" website: http://www.jillhoward.com rating: 5 review_count: 7 best_of_houzz_awards: 6 followers: 132 last_updated: 2026-10-17 --- # Jill Howard Design Studio Original Houzz profile: [Jill Howard Design Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/jill-howard-design-studio-pfvwus-pf~1703223377) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Charleston, SC - **Serves:** Charleston, North Charleston, Daniel Island, Mount Pleasant, Goose Creek, Johns Island, Hanahan, Beaufort, Edisto Island, Isle of Palms, Sullivans Island, Folly Beach, Hilton Head, Wadmalaw Island - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (7 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2016–2025), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves - Houzz Research - Insider - Best of Houzz winner - Published nationally - High-end HAVE FUN. TAKE SOME RISKS. YOU’LL LOVE THE RESULTS IN THE END. It’s this belief that drives Jill’s approach to design, as well as her penchant for boutique, small-batch pieces and frequent collaborations with artisans. Her keen attention to detail, emphasis on truly bespoke designs, and love of bold colors have established Jill as a go-to expert in Charleston, New York, and beyond. The studio takes a fully immersive approach – designing all aspects of interior architecture and loose furnishings. Their projects feature a variety of bespoke pieces that reflect their clients. ABOUT After a few years in the world of music management, Jill traded late night gigs for the historic halls of New York School of Interior Design. Following that, she worked with Architectural Digest Top 100 designers Tom Scheerer and Jesse Carrier before opening her own design studio in 2009. Through her 15+ years experience she has learned that good interior design is about the human experience. It’s about our happiness and well being. Jill’s work has been featured in House Beautiful, Domino Magazine, and Rue Magazine, among other publications. The inspiration that Jill finds as a passionate traveler is evident in her work, which ranges from private residences to commercial projects. From pairing earthy textures with striking textiles to mixing antiques with modern designs, Jill always encourages her clients to take risks and have fun. ### Services Provided - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Living Room Design - Dining Room Design - Lighting Design - Design Consultation - Floor Plans - Project Management - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Basement Design - Wine Cellar Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Color and Finish Selection - Full Service Interior Design - Pantry Design ### Areas Served - Charleston - North Charleston - Daniel Island - Mount Pleasant - Goose Creek - Johns Island - Hanahan - Beaufort - Edisto Island - Isle of Palms - Sullivans Island - Folly Beach - Hilton Head - Wadmalaw Island ### Typical Job Cost $75,000 - 750,000 Rooms starting at $35,000, two room minimum. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Jill Howard Design Studio | | Address | Charleston, South Carolina 29403, United States | | Phone | (843) 277-1124 | | Website | http://www.jillhoward.com | | Followers on Houzz | 132 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/JillHowardDesignStudio?ref=hl - Blog — www.jillhoward.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Jill Howard Design Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/jill-howard-design-studio-pfvwus-pf~1703223377) - **Website:** http://www.jillhoward.com - **Phone:** (843) 277-1124 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2016–2025), for Design, Service. **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 — 7 reviews** ### All 7 reviews **★★★★★ — Tessa Collins, Jan. 2018** > We hired Jill to help us update and renovate a 1960s creek cottage. We wanted to keep the original charm of the home while giving it a fresh, up-to-date look. Jill did just that - she transformed a dated, quirky house into a cozy, little gem! I love EVERYTHING she picked out for us! Jill is extremely talented and creative, and she is such a pleasure to work with - she has an innate sense of style and everything she does is well thought out. We plan to do an addition in the near future, and we will definitely be using Jill to help us! **Comment from Jill Howard Design Studio:** > Thanks so much Tessa! It's a joy to work with you, and I look forward to the next phase! **★★★★★ — katepeabody, May 2017** > Jill's background and experience qualifies her as an independent interior designer who is effective and knowledgeable. I appreciate Jill is detailed-oriented and very organized with keeping track of discussions and projects. She also has a style and design that works with our Lowcountry and coastal lifestyle. **Comment from Jill Howard Design Studio:** > Thanks so much Kate! I have really enjoyed working with you, and look forward to our next consultation. **★★★★★ — Adam O, April 2017** > I hired Jill for some recessed lighting layout advice during my remodel. She is very knowledgeable and was a great help planning my lighting layout. She did a fantastic job! I’m happy to finally have a plan and couldn’t have done it without her. Her ideas and expert advice were a great help. I would definitely hire her again. Thanks Jill **Comment from Jill Howard Design Studio:** > Thanks Adam. It was great working with you as well! Jill **★★★★★ — Hannah Malter, Aug. 2016** > Jill did a fantastic job on my project...she really understood what I was looking to do and worked collaboratively with the other contractors and architect managing the project from start to finish. I would highly recommend Jill to undertake all aspects of an interior renovation. **Comment from Jill Howard Design Studio:** > Thanks Hannah! I really enjoyed working with you. Enjoy your beautiful home! **★★★★★ — camille\_lowman, June 2016** > Jill recently helped me with several aspects of a renovation project. I had the basic idea of the style and materials I wanted in my house and Jill was able to digest my needs on site and guide me in the best direction to reach my design goals. I found Jill's expertise and professionalism exceeded my expectations. I left the meeting with sketches and detailed notes of our discussions down to paint colors. Jill is knowledgable and is able to easily balance that fine line of giving incredible advise while allowing her client to express their own creativity and ideas. **Comment from Jill Howard Design Studio:** > Thanks Camille! I loved working with you, and look forward to your next project! **★★★★★ — Sandra Forman Architect, Oct. 2015** > Jill Howard Design Studio has worked in collaboration with our firm for over three years and she has been fully involved in the design and management of the projects we have worked on. During that time she was also working on projects of her own; clients whom she had worked with in the past. > She has assisted me in working on the interior design of (2) very large luxury beach homes, a large NYC apt (3 bedrooms/ 2 baths - a gut renovation) and finally on various rooms for old clients. All projects were distinct in their design style - though of course, central themes run through my own work - themes which Jill was able to bring forth in her work on all of the projects. > > Jill is gifted in all (4) areas of importance in a project: the ability to work with the architect if there is one, she is an imaginative and skilled interior designer, she is very adept at all the management/ business aspects of a project from budgeting to ordering and she is an energetic, upbeat, thoughtful and kind team player to work with. > > In elaborating: > 1 - It is a rare quality for the interior designer to be able to be sensitive to the work of the architect of the project. Surprisingly, few clients realize that an unsuccessful collaboration between interior designer and architect can often be the downfall of a project. Jill has the unique ability to see the development of the architecture in terms of how it will impact on her own interior design work later on. She is very professional in reviewing all aspects of the design process as it unfolds, and is very thoughtful and respectful in bringing up issues as needed with the architect and/or client if she has any concerns. She is always mindful of working towards solutions with the architect and client to yield the best possible project during all stages of planning; this can only enhance the final result in terms of continuity between the architecture and the interior design. Many designers tend to view design only from their own unique perspective; Jill brings much more to the design process overall and all projects benefit from this holistic view. > > 2 - Jill is an outstanding interior designer on several fronts. As a registered architect now fully immersed in Interior Design for many years, it was immediately clear to me how naturally gifted Jill is in thinking spatially and viewing all problems from an architectural perspective - which is often more rigorous a way to view design problems. Jill is able to start her design process with an architectural eye towards overall alignments, form and volume - before she fills out solutions with specific design choices. > When she moves to the actual interior design process - she has a great eye for color, texture, and form. She is very good at picking all the materials, lighting fixtures, fittings etc. in creating a truly consistent project if this is needed. She is also exceptional in 'picking up' on a client's taste, at understanding client needs and an efficient problem solver. She gives each project the kind of individual attention, care and extraordinary eye for detail - that results in a project being truly personal to the client. > Not only does she bring her good eye to a project but she has a vast array of resources which she draws from, a great knowledge of design forms and vintage designers and her design solutions often integrate new pieces and unique vintage ones from the past - when the budget allows. She has a very thorough knowledge of the marketplace and is sophisticated in her choices. She is a truly skilled professional on all creative fronts. > > 3- Jill has had many years of experience in managing all aspects of a project from beginning to end, and from budget to implementation. She is also able to maximize final design selections to fit within a client's budget through good planning. She has a great eye in deciding where to 'spend' money and where one can use a less expensive solution if it is needed. She truly understands how to run a project, and having a backround in business she has not only a creative mind but one which is pragmatically based - which is also of great help in any project. > > 4- Finally - not only did I find Jill a pleasure to work with - she was a constantly creative contributor to the design process and in the ongoing work with clients. She has worked tirelessly towards finding the right solutions, is always gracious, upbeat and kind. Our clients have adored her as I have. **★★★★★ — daniel3236, May 2015** > Jill Howard was hired on two occasions by me to design our homes. She worked within my style choice, but also worked out of the box. She is extremely passionate about design, is super detailed, and customizes to the clients interests and preferences all while having high integrity in all she does. I very much recommend Jill Howard Design and am thankful for her help and service in making my apartments not just a place to lay my head but a place that I called home. ## Selected projects - [Charleston Historical Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/charleston-historical-renovation-pj-vj~6901508) - Location: Charleston, SC - Photos: 26 - Description: As featured in Rue Magazine: "Broad Street is one of Charleston, South Carolina’s most iconic streets. It’s comprised of mostly grand, historic homes built in the 1700 and 1800s, many of which beg the question: what does it look like inside?? Today, that curiosity is satiated thanks to designer Jill Howard. This home, originally built in the late 1800s, had seen a few renovations over the years (think very ’90s bathrooms!) and was in need of a few updates, both aesthetically and functionally. Ji… - [Sullivans Island Mix](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sullivans-island-mix-pj-vj~6902428) - Location: Sullivan's Island, SC - Photos: 42 - Description: For the renovation, JHDS worked with Sullivan’s Island-based Ilderton Contracting to gut the entire first floor and rework the existing layout, creating more of a flow from the inside to out and significantly increasing the outdoor porch space. The renovation included the kitchen, primary bath and powder room. The inspiration for this project marries the travels, interests, and hobbies of the homeowners with Jill Howard’s love of playing with color and pattern and combining various styles to cre… - [East Hampton Edit](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/east-hampton-edit-pj-vj~2475636) - Location: East Hampton, NY - Photos: 16 - [Textured Minimalism](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/textured-minimalism-pj-vj~4402733) - Location: Charleston, SC - Photos: 7 - [Marsh Oak](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marsh-oak-pj-vj~6568438) - Location: Seabrook Island, SC - Photos: 30 - [Pawleys Island Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pawleys-island-cottage-pj-vj~5982779) - Location: Pawleys Island, SC - Photos: 11 - [Nantucket Summer Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nantucket-summer-home-pj-vj~1078584) - Location: Nantucket, MA - Photos: 18 - Description: Jill and her longtime clients wanted this newly built Nantucket home to to reflect the island’s rich history, while still honoring its modern architecture. By seamlessly mixing the family’s collection of antiques and art with new finds, the rooms have a timeless feel that still works for life with 3 kids and a dog. The white painted background is softened by natural textures and colorful textiles. In the boys’ room, Jill combined an antique Campaign style dresser with a fun mid-century Milo Baug… - [East Village, NYC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/east-village-nyc-pj-vj~2179995) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 9 [See all 8 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/jill-howard-design-studio-pfvwus-pf~1703223377) ## Ideabooks - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/105007614/list/wish-list) — 1 idea [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/jill-howard340) ## Community Q&A **Q: Cabinet color information** *(in Photo Questions)* What’s the color on the cabinets? Thanks! A: Hi! It is Benjamin Moore Aegean Teal 2136-40. **Q: Love the wall tile** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the name and manufacturer of the wall tile? A: Thanks! We used a tile from Porcelanosa. **Q: I have been looking for this light fixture. Where can I purchase?** *(in Photo Questions)* I love this light. I have been looking to purchase for weeks. Please respond, I would love to own this fixture. Help me finish my bathroom. This would fit perfectly. Thank you Deb Gardner A: Thanks! It's from Porcelanosa. **Q: who manufactures the sectional? any price and purchase info .** *(in Photo Questions)* Any info available A: Hi Jeff, This sectional was purchased from Minotti. Best of my memory it is the "Anderson". Hope this helps! Jill **Q: Name and company of dining chairs** *(in Photo Questions)* Love the dining chairs. Any info would help Thank you A: Thanks! These are from Crate and Barrel, and are still available online. Jill **Q: Can you tell me where that tray came from? Love it!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thanks. The tray is from Anthropologie. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-10-17.*