--- title: "Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/janine-terstriep-the-decorative-touch-ltd-pfvwus-pf~276889803 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~276889803.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/515320610e89d481_5946-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "By Appointment Only, Lenexa, Kansas 66215, United States" latitude: 38.9499 longitude: -94.7453 phone: "(913) 270-3691" website: http://www.decorativetouchltd.com rating: 4.8 review_count: 44 years_in_business: 30 best_of_houzz_awards: 16 followers: 234 last_updated: 2026-08-24 --- # Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd > KC's Trusted Interior Designer > Best of Houzz Winner 2013-2017! Original Houzz profile: [Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/janine-terstriep-the-decorative-touch-ltd-pfvwus-pf~276889803) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Lenexa, KS - **Serves:** Overland Park, Kansas City, Olathe, Shawnee, Lenexa, Leawood, Prairie Village, Merriam, Mission, Roeland Park, Fairway, Mission Hills, Westwood, Lake Quivira, Westwood Hills, Mission Woods, greater Kansas City area, Loch Lloyd, Shawnee Mission - **Houzz rating:** 4.8 out of 5 (44 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 16 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Woman owned - 30 years in business - Responds Quickly ### Business highlights - 30 years in business - Woman owned - Best of Houzz winner - Responds Quickly The Decorative Touch Ltd offers solutions to your decorating and interior design needs. We have an outstanding reputation, not only in Kansas City, but nationally as well! With over 33 years experience in interior design, you are sure to love how we work! Whether you need help with minor updating, large-scale remodeling, new construction, or just a few great pieces of furniture, we are here to help! When it comes to interior design or home improvement...you are in the right hands. We specialize in new home construction and large scale remodeling, working directly with the home owner, builder and architect to accomplish a cohesive outcome. By having us on your "building" team, you don't have to worry about all the selections and decisions that are required. We have clients who want to be involved in the process, and others that hire us to select every single item for them. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Bedroom Design - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Dining Room Design - Custom Cabinets - Lighting Design - Floor Plans - Entry Design - Custom Furniture - Custom Blinds & Shades - House Plans - Basement Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Rugs - Kitchen Remodeling - accessories - window treatments ### Areas Served - Overland Park - Kansas City - Olathe - Shawnee - Lenexa - Leawood - Prairie Village - Merriam - Mission - Roeland Park - Fairway - Mission Hills - Westwood - Lake Quivira - Westwood Hills - Mission Woods - greater Kansas City area - Loch Lloyd - Shawnee Mission ### Typical Job Cost $25,000 - $100,000 We charge per project for design consultations. Competitive pricing on furniture, drapery, area rugs, accessories, custom bedding, and more. We can help when you are building or remodeling to modify blueprints, select interior finishes and provide you the comfort of making great decisions...What truly makes for a good experience? Efficiency, Convenience, Consistency, Friendliness--and the human touch--Your home, our expertise, and a custom finish--that is timeless!! ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd | | Address | By Appointment Only, Lenexa, Kansas 66215, United States | | Phone | (913) 270-3691 | | Website | http://www.decorativetouchltd.com | | Years in business | 30 | | Followers on Houzz | 234 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/decorativetouchltd ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/janine-terstriep-the-decorative-touch-ltd-pfvwus-pf~276889803) - **Website:** http://www.decorativetouchltd.com - **Phone:** (913) 270-3691 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Certified Design Consultant WCAA - NARI member - Member of The Prospectors Club - Pick of Parade Model Home Winner - Member of Kansas Trusted Partners Group - Best of HOUZZ 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 - **Best of Houzz:** 16 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [National Association of the Remodeling Industry](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-the-remodeling-industry-pfvwus-pf~1954795205) - [Window Coverings Association of America](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/window-coverings-association-of-america-pfvwus-pf~973487042) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.8 out of 5 — 44 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Featured Review **★★★★★ — HU-125780983, Dec. 2019** > Janine is amazing to work with. Detail oriented and exceeded all of our expectations in our first floor remodel. She guided us in our selections of paint colors/ flooring/ window treatments/ furniture and design and really took the time to get to know “our” style/tastes. Her vision tied everything together beautifully. We are so pleased with the results. She is very professional, prompt in her timelines and so fun to work with. Highly recommend Janine! ### All 44 reviews **★★★★★ — Alison S., Dec. 2021** > What an easy and delightful experience working with Janine! I needed to create a more open floor plan and refurnish two living spaces. She helped me envision the new floor plan and worked with my construction contractor to ensure it was done right. For furnishings, her eye for design and decor, and her resources for items I needed, turned my old house into a beautiful new one. She sourced the perfect rugs, sofa, tables, chair, bookshelves and chandelier. I could not have been more pleased! As a good friend said when she saw the big reveal, "Wow, she \[Janine\] really got you." Unlike other interior designers with whom I've worked, Janine perfectly decorated for my taste, not hers. I cannot recommend her more! **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > awe...thank you so much Ali...it was my pleasure!! **★★★★★ — Anton, Dec. 2021** > I have been using Janine as an interior decorator now for well over a decade from 400k homes to million dollar homes she has the experience and knowledge to help you with your dream home. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > thank you so much...I loved helping on your new home!! **★★★★★ — Beth Koch, Dec. 2021** > Janine with The Decorative Touch is a true professional! She works hard to understand her clients and present them with options that fit their style and budget. I appreciate Janine pushing us out of our comfort zone and encouraging us to try new styles. She is easy to work with and time spent with Janine is well spent! We leave every session with information we can use to move our remodeling projects forward. Thank you Janine! **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > thank you Beth!!...I have so enjoyed working with you and Jason on your beautiful home...can't wait to take on the lower level!! **★★★★★ — Mary, Aug. 2021** > I have worked with Janine multiple times over the years and each experience has been a pleasure and my house has turned out great each time. She does a great job in understanding our style and recognizing our preferences. She has a great way of coming up with ideas that we love that are different and work great. She is a star in her profession and I've recommended her to others over the years and still highly recommend her. We appreciate her very much! She is also very responsive and helpful all the time! **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thank you Mary- it’s been a joy to help you guys!! **★★★★★ — Diana Moormeier, Nov. 2020** > Janine Terstriep has done a wonderful job this year helping my husband and I navigate furnishing a new home. We decided to sell the large suburban home where we had raised our children and bought a town home in a more urban area. Janine had great ideas the minute she saw our new place. She listened to us about which pieces of furniture we wanted to keep and where we would like new. Even with the pandemic, she was able to get our orders in to the manufacturers and bring the vision we shared to life! Janine helped us with furniture, window coverings, rugs and lighting. One thing I really appreciate about Janine is that she gives you options, but if none of those work for you, she will start over and find new options until you're completely satisfied. Keep up the great work, Janine! We loved working with you. > > Diana Moormeier **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thanks so much Diana!!...It was a pleasure helping you and Tim on your new journey!! > I love your new home!! Enjoy!! Sincerely, Janine **★★★★★ — Amanda Frazier, Dec. 2019** > Janine was such an asset to us during our kitchen remodel. She helped us throughout the whole process with design ideas, creative feedback and trouble shooting a couple unforeseen issues that arose during the remodel. When faced with decisions we were unsure of, Janine was a welcome expert who helped us navigate the process. We highly recommend her for any of your remodeling and design needs. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thank YOU Amanda...it was my pleasure helping on your kitchen and family room...I hope you love your new spaces!!...Sincerely, Janine **★★★★★ — rkcook8, Oct. 2019** > Janine was amazing to work with. She helped us to find furniture that would work in our new home. She also used our accessories and mixed them in with new items to complete the look. She was amazing to work with and helped to make our new house a home. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thank you Kristen...was so fun seeing your home transform!! I love it!! **★★★★★ — Sara Pestinger, Dec. 2018** > I LOVE Janine. It was such a blessing working with her to make our house a beautiful home with all her extra special touches. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > thank you Sara...it was so FUN helping you guys!! **★★★★★ — Cathy Steer, Dec. 2018** > Love working with Janine! She was able to create a look that fits me perfectly! I look forward to future projects. **★★★★★ — Sheryl Mortko, Dec. 2018** > While mine was a small project, Janine made a dream come true. We refreshed my living room and sunroom so that it all feels updated yet still 'me'. Her approach is detailed, creative and compassionate PLUS the timeline was always clearly communicated. Having a guide is so helpful; she takes your taste / preferences and helps you stick to them with no second-guessing...exhale! I won't take on an update / remodel project without her! **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > awe....thank YOU Sheri...it was my pleasure to help!! Looking forward to the next project!! **★★★★★ — York Companies, Nov. 2018** > Janine, has terrific ideas and ability to visualize what the project will end up as at completion and use that ability to help her clients achieve the look they want. She's thorough, prompt and reasonable. We highly recommend Janine. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > thanks Kevin!!....super happy to help with your new HOME!! **★★★★★ — Jennifer Chmel, March 2018** > Janine was the best designer we have ever worked with! Her ability to narrow down all possible selection options helped us make quick decisions while keeping us on budget. Her knowledge of how to work with contractors to keep the project on track was extremely important. Her issue resolution skills were outstanding. She has the ability to turn a bad situation into the best possible outcome. We love our house! **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > I LOVE your house too!! Thanks so much for your kind review...I loved helping you guys!!...Miss seeing you! ENJOY...you deserve it... :) **★★★★★ — Smith Construction, Sept. 2017** > I am a general contractor and have worked closely with Janine on numerous projects over the past few years. She is easy to work with, listens to her clients requests, and pulls together a stunning design everytime. I highly recommend Janine and The Decorative Touch if you're looking for someone who offers exceptional design expertise, is punctual and professional, and very down to earth. She has many recurring clients. Once you work with her, you'll see why! **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thanks Chad....I so appreciate you taking the time to review our work...I am happy I found you as a contractor as well!! **★★★★★ — Ann Kressin, May 2017** > I can't say enough wonderful things about Janine! My husband and I have worked with her many times over the past 15 years on projects large and small. She has an amazing sense of style and manages manages to blend our differing tastes into spaces we're both pleased with. We love our cozy comfy home thanks to Janine! We recommend her without hesitation. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > thank you Ann...I appreciate you taking the time to write in, and have always enjoyed working with the 2 of you!! Looking forward to our next project!! Sincerely, Janine **★★★★★ — Jenny Meegan, March 2017** > I truly enjoyed working with Janine! She helped us select new carpet and wood flooring for our home, as well as curtains and décor for our dining room. Janine works quickly and efficiently and has excellent suggestions. At the same time, she takes care to incorporate the style and taste of her clients into her recommendations. I am looking forward to working with Janine on our next project! **★★★★★ — Whitney Sojka, Dec. 2016** > Janine with The Decorative Touch is the best in the business! I would highly recommend using her...whether it is a small job or a top to bottom home remodel, she is the one! Janine helped my husband and I with an existing home remodel and addition to the existing structure. Her experience and expertise made the experience so much easier and less overwhelming. She is organized, timely and takes the time to get to know you as a client to get to know your style and taste. I would recommmed her to anyone, and I continue to use her as we put the finishing touches on our home. We could not be happier! **★★★★★ — Tammy Mathews Interior Designer FurnitureSouth, Dec. 2016** > Janine is an exceptional designer with a rare combination or true style and the organization to get a job done quickly! > I'll definitely recommend her in the future! **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > thanks Tammy...so appreciate you! Hope we can work together again :) **★★★★★ — jimsnyd1, Oct. 2016** > i had a very positive experience with Janine on a project in Leawood Ks so I hired her for a second project at my condo in Destin Florida. Janine did a great job and was able to accomplish a lot despite being remote from the project site during the preliminary phases of the project. > > Janine worked her magic after coming to Destin and I love the result. > > Janine is easy and fun to work with and does a great job. I highly recommend her for your next project be it in Kansas, Missouri or Florida. **★★★★★ — Jennifer Shelton, Sept. 2016** > I love working with Janine! It doesn't take her long to determine your own personal style. She's so easy to work with and saves me so much time! My builder also says she's easy to work with (he doesn't usually have nice things to say about designers). I can't wait to see what she does for my next room/project! :-) **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thanks Jennifer...I appreciate you letting me help you, and love how things have come together. Such a great use of space!! **★★★★★ — mary snyder, Aug. 2016** > I worked with Janine to update my living room decor. Janine was extremely skilled with blending some of my existing pieces and adding the necessary furnishings to create a beautiful living area. I found Janine to be very easy to work with, she has a real knack for quickly understanding your taste and vision. I've already recommended Janie to several friends and family and they've all reported similair experiences. Always mindful of time and budget, Janine made a daunting task fun and exciting. I recommend her very highly. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > OH...thank YOU Mary...you were a complete pleasure to work with!! > Looking forward to our next project :) > Sincerely, Janine **★★★★★ — Amy Pennington, Aug. 2016** > Janine is an excellent decorator and friend. > > We were starting on a kitchen remodel that had been in the works for five plus years. We had the plan but no colors. Janine picked out the colors (cabinet color, counter tops, floor) very quickly and knew exactly what we wanted. She solved decorating questions quickly when we were seconding guessing ourselves. After the kitchen was done, she hired her to rearrange our furniture and now the house looks great. We will continue to use Janine for all our decorating needs. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thank you Amy...I have enjoyed helping you! Look forward to our next project!! **★★★★★ — cami\_eaton, Dec. 2015** > Janine provides suggestions, options, contacts, etc. Some projects can be overwhelming and she will work within your budget to provide options to choose from to narrow down your search. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thank You Cami...I can't wait to see the progress on your kitchen and the new paint colors! **★★★★★ — debbiedbeal, Dec. 2015** > When Janine Terstriep came into my home, I had no idea what I wanted in my new house in the living room or the view room, they were challenging rooms with oddities. Within a few minutes, she could sense my style and taste and immediately had ideas of what could work in these areas. She listened to what I thought I might like and we started brainstorming. I felt like I was working with a friend. She had numerous options for me to consider. There have been constant service people in the house and she has always been very accommodating. She has style, grace, creativity and yet is practical too. We are continuing to design others rooms in my home. Janine is a joy to work with and I highly recommend her as a designer. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thank YOU Debbie... I so appreciate your kind words!! I know how busy you are...so thank you for taking the time to do this review...I have truly enjoyed working with you, and look forward to our next "project"! Sincerely, Janine **★★★★★ — sbicknell, Oct. 2015** > I have been working with Janine now for over 15 years. She has such a wide range of expertise. I have used her for design of an entire home as well as coming in to freshen up spaces and repurpose rooms as stages of our lives have changed. The product lines she uses are top quality, current and a great value. She is a wonderful listener and truly delivers beautiful rooms! **★★★★★ — User, Oct. 2015** > We hired Janine after purchasing our first house last Spring. We couldn't be happier with the results! From first contact, Janine listened carefully to our ideas while incorporating her expertise and experience to really make living spaces comfortable, functional, and look amazing. Janine has ideas for things we didn't even know were possible and she has a way of bringing things together in sometimes the simplest of ways. Thanks, Janine, for helping make our house a home :) **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thanks so much...I loved helping you guys channel all your great ideas...YOUR home is awesome!! **★★★★★ — tlehmer, Sept. 2015** > We hired Janine to help us with the interior of a new home that we were building. > Since the first meeting she has worked well with us, determining from discussions we had with her, what our likes/dislikes were and what would make us comfortable. She gives us thoughts from her experience that will make a beautiful home but also fit our personalities. Janine has been a joy to work with, very patient and always willing to come up with new ideas until we find a selection that we really love. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thank You guys...its been my pleasure to help and love, love how things are turning out for you! So glad you are Happy!! **★★★★★ — cindyant03, Aug. 2015** > When moving from my home of twenty years, Janine completely decorated my new home even better than I had imagined. After knowing and using Janine for years, she was able to narrow down my choices to my style without being given much to go off of. When trying to put together paint colors, furniture, rugs, pillows, and fixtures, I get overwhelmed by the piles and walls of samples. Janine could take these samples and present me with a few choices that were more personalized to my taste. When faced with such an overwhelming project as an entire house redesign, Janine made this project stress-free decorating within my budget. We love bringing guests into our beautiful home and showing off my personal style that Janine helped me create. **★★★★★ — P Y, Aug. 2015** > Janine has helped us continually update our home over the past twenty plus years. She is great at hearing my ideas (and budget!) and turning my thoughts into a beautiful living space. Renovations can be extremely overwhelming, but with Janine's involvement and help, tasks seem simple and effortlessly executed. With our open floor plan, Janine does an excellent job of making a cohesive design for multiple living spaces within one room. With a meticulous eye, every lamp and pillow finds its place in the overall design! **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thanks PY....so happy to help! And so happy you are enjoying your space!! > Thanks for taking time to review our work! > sincerely, Janine **★★★★★ — lynnduncan33, Sept. 2014** > Our major kitchen remodel has turned out fantastic! Janine came in with solutions to our redecorating needs. She is professional, very timely and has the ability to visualize the end product. We are so happy with how it has turned out. We will continue to use Janine in updating our home. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thank you Lynn....I had such a great time helping you with your new beautiful kitchen! **★★★★★ — Amy Lockton, Aug. 2014** > I have worked with Janine for over 12 years and we have now completed every room in my home. We've done projects as small as paint and flooring to full blown remodeling projects in both my master batch and full kitchen / great room. Janine is excellent at listening to what I'm looking for, understanding my taste and budget, and then giving me options to choose from. She works well with what I already have and has only nudged me a few times to make a choice different than my original choice -- I've always been glad I've followed her advice. Prior to working with Janine I made lots of costly mistakes -- mostly on color, scale of furniture and accessories, and draperies. I definitely lean on Janine in those areas and I've been totally satisfied on every project we've worked on. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > thank you Amy!! I completely love your new kitchen and family room...what a great transformation of space! **★★★★★ — bkjturnerbrown, March 2014** > I have know Janine for almost 20 years. She has decorated 3 different homes for me. She is always professional and knowledgeable. I have very definite options on what I like and don't like. She has always been very open and will to works with me to find what I like. I would say her strongest attribute is she gets to know her clients as individuals and designs for their particular tastes. I would never move into a house without having her decorate. She is one of the best! **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thanks Brenda...really appreciate you calling me again to help with your home!! **★★★★★ — kmenegay, Oct. 2013** > Janine is a true professional; you know, the kind of person who makes things look easy, even when they aren't. And professional in every way; patient with the client, advisory but not pushy, perfect color and texture coordination. The final product is truly outstanding. > > Her advice seems to always fit our style and personalities with her unique color and materials. Her contractors are always top notch in terms of work product; painters, tile, furniture, fixtures . . . > > We've used The Decorative Touch on three projects, all have been excellent upgrades to our home. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thanks for the kind words...you guys are always so fun to work with!! **★★★★★ — TrendStone, LLC, Oct. 2013** > We've had the pleasure of working with Janine on several projects and have been very impressed with not only the quality and creativity of the project, but her professionalism and rapport with her clients. She is very responsive to the needs of the client as well as those of the project team. Janine is a joy to work with and her integrity is unsurpassed. If you are looking for an extraordinary designer for your next project, then Janine is your answer. **★★★★★ — nonielowry, Oct. 2013** > We have been a client of Janine's for the past several years and have worked with her on two of our houses, Janine has been a tremendous asset as we have worked to develop our own sense of style and has been truly incredible in helping us to create a home that reflects this style, but also feels incredibly comfortable and absolutely beautiful. Janine is a pleasure to work with and has come to know our style so well, that her first attempt at ideas usually end up being our final selections! **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > thanks Nonie...you know I enjoy helping you both create such a wonderful space!...You are both awesome to work with! **★★★★★ — Catherine Ayres, Sept. 2013** > I first met Janine 5 year ago when we moved to Kansas City. Moving from a small town my husband and I were worried that would not be able to find honest, kind, hardworking people to help us with our home. Janine instantly proved us wrong. She was able to quickly make our house feel like a home. She listened to our opinions and was able to create a space more beautiful than I could dream while keeping us within our budget. She is a honest, extremely talented, hardworking designer with over 20 years of experience. We have used her over the years on all of our home projects. She recently helped us re-model our master bedroom. Her eye for color, fabrics, and patterns amazes me. I could not have done it without her. I strongly recommend her for all of your interior design services. **★★ — pamelarhull, Sept. 2013** > She was hired for drapery, furniture and bedding. The workmanship of the draperies is below average, and expensive. Not a good combo. We also have had problems with upholstery, I.e., slow, and rework is already needed within 6 months. > > Yes, Janine has brought 3 different people in to look at drapes 5 times. However, the drapes still don't hang correctly (see photo). I am going to go to shutters, because, they are an eyesore. Cha-ching. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > At The Decorative Touch we truly want our clients to be happy. > We did have a drapery treatment for Ms. Gillis where the fabric had stretched excessively. > We did replace that drapery at no charge to her. > > > When we left the job, she told us she was completely happy with all that we had done... > > This is the first I have heard that she has an issue on an upholstered piece, and I have reached out to her to find out how we can help. **★★★★★ — islandhoppinmom, Sept. 2013** > Janine has helped us with several projects at our home. We have been very happy with everything she has done. She was professional, stayed within our budget and we enjoyed the time we spent with her. We are happy to recommend her to our family and friends. Jan **★★★★★ — msuellentrop, Aug. 2013** > I have used Janine to assist me in home remodeling and design. She has a great eye for detail! My husband and I have always been very satisfied with each encounter. She has always worked within our budget. I have given her name to many friends and they also have been happy with their results. I definitely would recommend her! Marilyn Suellentrop **★★★★★ — bockenfeld, Aug. 2013** > I want everyone to know that I LOVE my new kitchen !! Janine Terstriep > has great vision. My kitchen is unbelievable. Not only beautiful, but > perfect in every way. > I visited with several companies before I found Janine. I am so happy that > I decided to let her do her magic! I knew she would be awesome and > reasonable... she even came in under budget! **★ — Patty Johnson, Aug. 2013** > Janine was recommended by our builder on a commercial job. I do believe Janine has good design skills and she definitely facilitates your decision making process. Janine charges by the hour for her design work which of course is understandable since every client encounter may not result in a sale. However, I was very disappointed to have extended appointments choosing fabrics for chairs that were completely out of our budget. I was also disappointed to find out that I could purchase the same chairs for a hundred dollars less per chair when I consulted another source. > > The really sick feeling came when I found out how many thousands of dollars I could have saved on the wallpaper I purchased from Janine. When I called to discuss the pricing, Janine was unwilling to negotiate a more reasonable profit margin. I have my own business too and I understand that we all need to make a profit, but the mark up on this project was about 80% over her cost, plus the charge for her time. To add insult to injury, I ended up with a tremendous amount of leftover wallpaper that Janine said we couldn't return. > > I would recommend Janine for her design skills, but be aware of the huge mark up on things that you order from her. I completely trusted the builder's recommendation and ultimately spent more for the project than I should have. **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > At the Decorative Touch Ltd, we welcome reviews as a chance for us to evaluate our business model, and make changes so that we are doing our best. As with any relationship we also feel the one between designer and client is about communication. > > We are often hired to select the products going into a commercial or home setting so that the overall color scheme flows appropriately. We do charge for this service by an hourly fee. We also make recommendations for the appropriate products and finishes for the integrity of the space. Often what is right for a commercial setting is not right for a home. We do our best to explain why these choices are suggested. When our price structure is questioned, we work with our sales reps to be as competitive as we can possibly be. > > When Mrs. Johnson called me about the wallpaper pricing, (approximately 80 days after purchase) I personally called 3 other design studios to make certain our price was fair. I found one price at 35% higher, one @ 25%higher, and one at only 10cents a yard less. > > I also would have been happy to have accepted Mrs. Johnson's wallpaper return, however, there is not a manufacturer who allows returns on wallpaper after 60 days. This is printed in every wallpaper book sent out by the manufacturer. Sadly, we did make every attempt to get an exception for Mrs Johnson, but we simply couldn't. I know she was unhappy about this, and I totally understood her feeling. I have learned to be more diligent about explaining this policy, and paperhangers are responsible for letting their clients know about any overages as soon as the job is complete. > > I appreciate Mrs. Johnson's positive comment on our design skills. I know the contractor was pleased with the overall project, and said it looked fantastic. **★★★★★ — rpfaff74, March 2013** > As I have mentioned before I have known and worked with Janine for the past 20 plus years. I just wanted to take the time and say Thanks to Janine for a very successful 2013 here at Rock Wood Homes. Janine has decorated all of our spec homes and build jobs this year and our business has increased large part to her knowledge and talent. She has made every home that we build a pleasure to put our name on. So Thank You again and here is to continued success for both of our companies in 2014. > Rich Pfaff > Rock Wood Homes **Comment from Janine Terstriep/The Decorative Touch Ltd:** > Thanks Rich...and we just keep on creating beautiful homes...I so enjoy working with you and your team! **★★★★★ — Mike Montague, March 2013** > Janine is awesome! She has a great eye for color and design. > > What is really cool is that she has become the deciding vote between my wife and I. Whenever we can't decide what to do with a color or piece of furniture, we have defaulted to letting Janine decide since we trust and respect her so much. > > Other decorators I have met just move pillows around. Janine is the real deal, an interior design professional. Our rooms look great and are comfortable to live in. > > If you need an interior designer in Kansas City, call Janine at the Decorative Touch. You will be wow-ed and amazed. **★★★★★ — marciaci, Jan. 2013** > We have used Janine to decorate 7 different houses. We moved around the country and flew Janine in because we liked her work so well. Our latest project with Janine was a kitchen remodel and addition. I trusted Janine's reccomendations even when I couldn't picture the final look. The kitchen turned out amazing with positive comments from all who see it. Janine is very easy to work with, very upfront about costs and budgets. ## Selected projects - [Fall 2018 Parade of Homes by Gabriel Homes, interior design by Decorative Touch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fall-2018-parade-of-homes-by-gabriel-homes-interior-design-by-decorative-touch-pj-vj~5181419) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - [Mater bath remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mater-bath-remodel-pj-vj~3492355) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Leawood Kitchen remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/leawood-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~3492345) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Lake Quivira](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-quivira-pj-vj~2969515) - Location: Lake Quivira, KS - Photos: 26 - [Country Club Plaza renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/country-club-plaza-renovation-pj-vj~2975493) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - [Loch Lloyd living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/loch-lloyd-living-pj-vj~152902) - Location: Loch Lloyd, MO - Photos: 13 - Description: traditional, high end interiors - [falcon valley](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/falcon-valley-pj-vj~385218) - Location: Lenexa, KS - Photos: 5 - [Canyon Creek villa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/canyon-creek-villa-pj-vj~1808154) - Location: Lenexa, KS - Photos: 23 - [Loch Llyod](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/loch-llyod-pj-vj~200990) - Location: Loch Lloyd, MO - Photos: 1 - Description: living room - [Hallbrook](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hallbrook-pj-vj~1273409) - Location: Leawood, KS - Photos: 2 - Description: master bedroom suite - [Spring Hill Estate home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spring-hill-estate-home-pj-vj~39207) - Location: Spring Hill, KS - Photos: 8 - [Hallbrook](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hallbrook-pj-vj~265406) - Location: Leawood, KS - Photos: 5 - Description: Hallbrook kitchen - [Hallbrook](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hallbrook-pj-vj~1273416) - Location: Leawood, KS - Photos: 1 - Description: lower level remodel - [hallbrook](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hallbrook-pj-vj~1273408) - Location: Leawood, KS - Photos: 1 - Description: 3 season porch - [Highlands Ranch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/highlands-ranch-pj-vj~579103) - Location: Leawood, KS - Photos: 7 - [Hallbrook Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hallbrook-living-pj-vj~153114) - Location: leawood, KS - Photos: 2 - Description: full scale kitchen remodel including new entrance to kitchen with stone columns. - [Spa Bedroom Suite](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spa-bedroom-suite-pj-vj~39210) - Location: Loch Lloyd, MO - Photos: 2 - Description: spa-like master bedroom - [Leawood](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/leawood-pj-vj~373124) - Location: Leawood, KS - Photos: 2 - Description: kitchen and hearth remodel - [Southern Meadows Model Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/southern-meadows-model-home-pj-vj~7452370) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: 2024 Parade of Homes WINNER~for Distinctive Design and GOLD pick of Parade!! So excited about this gorgeous home! - [Wolf Creek Gabriel Model home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wolf-creek-gabriel-model-home-pj-vj~6927025) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 [See all 24 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/janine-terstriep-the-decorative-touch-ltd-pfvwus-pf~276889803) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/840718751.m3u8?s=8a7b77d2f0b09540a886bb6189a458872d940eb8&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Frequently Asked Questions **What types of interior design projects do you specialize in (full-home, single room, remodel support)?** We offer full-service interior design for a wide range of projects. Whether you need help with minor updates, large-scale remodeling, new construction, or just selecting a few key pieces of furniture, we're here for you. We can assist with single rooms or entire homes, specializing in kitchen and bath remodels, basement design, and more. **Do you work with contractors and architects during renovations?** Absolutely! We specialize in new home construction and large-scale remodeling, and working with contractors, builders, and architects is a core part of our process. We integrate seamlessly into your building team from the blueprint stage through completion, ensuring a cohesive and stress-free project outcome. **Do you manage the project through installation and styling?** Yes, we manage projects comprehensively from concept to completion, including overseeing installation and final styling. Our goal is to make the entire design process stress-free for you. We work with a top-notch team of installers and contractors to ensure every detail is executed perfectly, bringing your vision to life. **Do you work on luxury or high-end homes?** Yes, we have extensive experience working on luxury and high-end homes. Our work has been featured in prestigious publications like Kansas City Home and Garden Magazine and KC Luxury Living Magazine. Our portfolio includes projects such as 'Exquisite French Country Design' and 'Modern Interior Design at Lake Quivira,' reflecting our expertise in sophisticated design. **Do you offer full-service interior design or design-only services?** We proudly offer both full-service interior design and design-only consultations. Whether you need comprehensive support for a large-scale remodel or new construction, or simply need expert guidance on specific elements like space planning or furniture selection, we tailor our services to your exact needs. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* ## Ideabooks - [marcia](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/33009515/list/marcia) — 8 ideas - [renee](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32968083/list/renee) — 13 ideas [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/janine1961) ## Community Q&A **Q: What color paint is on the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* What color paint is on the walls? A: HI Megan...thanks for your inquiry...each home and lighting affect the choice of color used, and the pictures here are not 100% accurate...that said, it is best to schedule an appointment for your home paint selection...let us know if we can help?? Sincerely, Janine **Q: Where can I buy this fabric?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: So sorry but, when a fabric is dropped we do not have access to the product names any longer... **Q: What is the flooring?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It is a combination of 2 marble materials...one is crema marfil, and it has a darker shade that we used as the accent. **Q: Trim color that goes with Oyster Bay** *(in Photo Questions)* Could you share the trim and ceiling colors? I would love suggestions that go with Oyster Bay (not too white, more off white). Thank you! A: I am so sorry I just now saw your question...the trim color was dover white sherwin williams.... **Q: how were cabinets done** *(in Photo Questions)* Looking for paint color and did you use a glaze? A: HI Toni...sorry I didn't see your question until now...those cabinets are factory built and yes, they do have a soft coffee glaze. They were pre-finished, so we didn't have a base color. thanks! Janine **Q: Chandelier** *(in Photo Questions)* Do you know where the chandelier was purchased? A: not sure where it was purchased but know it was from the Tracey Porter collection of lighting...hope that helps! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-24.*