--- title: "Jennifer Ott Design — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/jennifer-ott-design-pfvwus-pf~721470242 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~721470242.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Jennifer Ott Design" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/b2c31c160fb96555_6990-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Please call for appointment, San Francisco, California 94110, United States" latitude: 37.7509 longitude: -122.4153 phone: "(415) 489-0677" website: http://www.jenottdesign.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 14 best_of_houzz_awards: 5 followers: 3938 last_updated: 2026-08-13 --- # Jennifer Ott Design Original Houzz profile: [Jennifer Ott Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/jennifer-ott-design-pfvwus-pf~721470242) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** San Francisco, CA - **Serves:** San Francisco - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (14 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2014–2016), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves Jennifer Ott is an architectural color specialist and design writer. Her firm, Jennifer Ott Design, provides exterior color selection services to clients worldwide as well as interior color assistance to those residing in the San Francisco Bay Area. For more information, check us out at http://jenottdesign.com/ ### Services Provided - Color Consulting ### Areas Served - San Francisco ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Jennifer Ott Design | | Address | Please call for appointment, San Francisco, California 94110, United States | | Phone | (415) 489-0677 | | Website | http://www.jenottdesign.com | | Followers on Houzz | 3938 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/jenottdesign/?ref=hl - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/jenottdesign - Blog — jenottdesign.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Jennifer Ott Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/jennifer-ott-design-pfvwus-pf~721470242) - **Website:** http://www.jenottdesign.com - **Phone:** (415) 489-0677 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Assoc. AIA + LEED AP - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2014–2016), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [American Institute of Architects, San Francisco](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-institute-of-architects-san-francisco-pfvwus-pf~788533068) - [LEED AP](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/leed-ap-pfvwus-pf~1386238498) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 14 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★ — My Decorative, April 2019** > I found Jennifer's article on houzz.com they are quite unique and interesting. I became a huge friend of hers. > > We done! Keep it up of sharing your ideas to the world of decor. **★★★★★ — This is... my last project... Maybe., Sept. 2016** > Whew! Just when I thought I could not face another decision, I consulted Jennifer. I was near the end of a 10 month reno project and tired of research, decisions, choices. I was losing energy and confidence. I consulted Jennifer for decor help: rugs, window treatments and other opinions. She sized up the project and our tastes, narrowed down options in our budget, and presented them with her expertise and guidance. She showed up on time and was patient and, well, it kind of felt like being taken care of a bit and by the end of 6 months of planning and 10 months of construction, one needs to be taken care of a little bit! Do yourself a favor, consult a professional if it's going to be a long or big project. I've found it pays in many ways.Below, I put the cost of the portion of the project that Jennifer helped us with, finishing touches, some furniture,shades, curtains, not the cost of the entire reno. . **★★★★★ — lornawagner, March 2016** > Jennifer helped me design my kitchen. I love her modern inclinations and I can trust her color sense. She was very pleasant to work with and showed me products I may not have found by myself. Everyone loves my kitchen! I would hire her again in an instant. **★★★★★ — Bluhill RED LLC, Dec. 2015** > Jennifer worked with my wife and i in helping to resuscitate the exterior color of our aggressively drab (think jaundice yellow) home. she patiently explained some fundamentals of color theory, enthusiastically let us air our (our not always congruent) ideas, and diligently ordered and re-ordered color swatches from BM. > > She was especially useful in helping us think through how the different paint colors would look at various times of day depending on their orientation. > > responsive, knowledgeable without being superior, a developed sense of style, and yes, fun. Jennifer Ott, for color (and such). **★★★★★ — Nick Valldeperas, Dec. 2015** > We worked with Jennifer Ott Design for our condo remodel in San Francisco, specifically the design and material selection of our kitchen, two bathrooms and paint. If you have ever gone through a remodel before you know the most overwhelming part is deciding on what you want the place to look like and then sorting through thousands of options for tile, fixtures, lighting, paint.... the list goes on. We found Jennifer Ott through Houzz and went to work from there, We didn't know exactly what we wanted but gave her a general idea of the things we liked, things we didn't, shared a few photos and she went to work helping us put together a cohesive design, sourcing the materials and presenting options for us to review. > > From start to finish it was a very professional and well communicated process. Jennifer worked within the budget we had, listened to our feedback and ultimately helped us interpret our scattered ideas into a look and feel we really love. Jennifer was an incredible asset to this process, we could not have done it without her and would work with her again without hesitation. Highly recommended! **★★★★★ — Richard Boardman, May 2015** > Jen provided us with a wonderful afternoon's color consultancy at the end of which we had a complete palette confirmed for our house interior. > > Jen has a great "bedside manner" if you are as clueless about colour as we were! All in all a very rewarding and fun experience. **★★★★★ — llkhome, Feb. 2015** > The painters finished this week and the colors are perfect! Jennifer Ott Design helped us pick paint colors for a new rental property we just purchased. My husband and I were paralyzed in the abyss of paint color choices and had stared at swatches for far too long. The best decision we made was to call Jen. She cut through all the noise with on-the-mark suggestions that helped us narrow the field. She knew the color fan decks like the back of her hand and was able to bring forth ideas that we hadn't come across in our countless trips to numerous paint stores. We will be calling Jennifer Ott Design again this spring for design and interior/exterior color advice as we remodel our own home. **★★★★★ — carribelle, Nov. 2014** > Jen Ott is an amazing designer. She is organized, professional, and unbelievably talented. She has a keen eye for color. Jen understood what I was looking for in style, cost, and the overall feel I wanted for my home. She is very patient, was very interested in my opinions and requests, and very responsive. Emails never went unanswered and were often returned within a few hours. > I am so happy with my home and the work we did together. **★★★★★ — podiiy, Nov. 2014** > I had never had a color consultation before and was looking at a new, empty apartment, totally overwhelmed. Jennifer Ott was the perfect designer to bring me through the process - it was a pleasure to work with her. From Day 1, she was professional in every way. She arrived promptly for every meeting, listened carefully, patiently, and thoroughly to my initial thoughts and interests, asked questions that really illuminated and sometimes shifted my thinking, and was always thoughtful and responsive as I changed my mind several times throughout our meetings. She came several times for follow-up when I felt unsure, and I am so pleased with the results! Even when words failed me to describe a color in my mind, she figured it out. I was impressed with her ability to help me step out of my comfort zone (I can be very stubborn) and I am so happy I did! She did an excellent job balancing my initial thoughts with a gentle nudging towards colors/palettes/accent ideas that I would never have initially considered. Prompt, responsible, responsive, easy to work with, experienced - her projections for the scope of the project were clear and spot on. I'll recommend her to everyone! **★★★★★ — calicarmen, Nov. 2014** > We worked with Jennifer briefly when she was in Austin. > She provided excellent input on materials and color scheme, that we ended up using and are very happy with. **★★★★★ — jennifermoorehouse, May 2014** > Jennifer provided outstanding assistance on color, recognizing both the aesthetic and practical aspects of the selection (amount of lighting, how much regular use a room gets, ways to manage existing color elements such as crown molding). The easy option would have been for her to push me to paint the trim white, for example, but I am not ready to paint 123-year-old dentil molding even though it has a slightly reddish tint that made wall color selection challenging. She respected that constraint. > > And: what range! She has done beautiful work with contemporary houses, but she was a pro with my doddering victorian. **★★★★★ — rswitzky, Nov. 2013** > I hired Jennifer to help me in the renovation of my kitchen and bathroom - I bought a house in San Francisco that had not been renovated since the 1940's, and the bathroom and kitchen both needed a complete overhaul. I have a design background, but was overwhelmed with choices of materials, colors, and selection. Jennifer was excellent in helping me focus on a clear vision for both rooms, being very respectful of my taste and providing amazing advice throughout the process. She knew where to prioritize on value vs spending a few extra bucks, and all her design recommendations were consistently superb. After she set the design vision, she was available throughout the build process when I had questions, answering promptly and with many suggestions for a spectrum of materials, helping me understand different price points and the trade-offs. I am very happy with the end results of both the kitchen and bathroom, and would highly recommend Jennifer's services! ## Selected projects - [Eichler Revival near Stanford University](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eichler-revival-near-stanford-university-pj-vj~7637696) - Location: Stanford, CA - Photos: 35 - Description: Originally built in 1970, this later-model Eichler—designed by architect Claude Oakland—features a distinctive “Model 14” roofline with a clipped gable, a subtle nod to the charm of English thatch-roof cottages. Acquired from the original owner, the home remained in untouched, original condition—offering a rare opportunity for restoration, but also presenting an urgent need for updates. Our approach was grounded in respect for Oakland’s original design intent, while thoughtfully incorporating es… - ["Raise the Roof" Contemporary Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/raise-the-roof-contemporary-cottage-pj-vj~5943477) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 41 - Description: Originally built in 1890, this modest San Francisco cottage had undergone some unfortunate modifications through the years and was in dire need of updated systems, new siding, new roof, and a seismic upgrade. As an interior designer I could see the potential this home had, and so I purchased it with my husband in 2014. The original plan was to work with the existing structure as much as possible and raise the roof to bring the upper floor ceiling height to code. After 3+ years spent designing, p… - [Pretty in Pink & Gleeful in Green in Champaign, Illinois](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pretty-in-pink-and-gleeful-in-green-in-champaign-illinois-pj-vj~5931695) - Location: Champaign, IL - Photos: 15 - Description: Midwest college town Champaign, Illinois, is not exactly known for cutting edge residential architecture so when this custom contemporary was built in 1996 it was the talk of the town. Designed by architect G.T. Hardwick, it was commissioned by a local successful business owner who was retiring and desiring a slice of solitude amongst the trees. It's changed hands a couple of times since and was most recently purchased by a University of Illinois design school faculty member in 2018. The home wa… - [Dandelion House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dandelion-house-pj-vj~294822) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 10 - Description: Dandelion Kitchen was a Finalist in the 2012 Dwell Caesarstone competition. Project was a major remodel of a two-story residence in the heart of South Austin. The entire first floor was opened up and the kitchen enlarged and upgraded to meet the demands of the homeowners who love to cook and entertain. The upstairs master bathroom was also completely renovated and features a large, luxurious walk-in shower. Photography by Atelier Wong - [Dandelion House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dandelion-house-pj-vj~46107) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 8 - Description: Finalist in the 2012 Dwell Caesarstone competition. Major remodel of a two-story residence in the heart of South Austin. The entire first floor was opened up and the kitchen enlarged and upgraded to meet the demands of the homeowners who love to cook and entertain. The upstairs master bathroom was also completely renovated and features a large, luxurious walk-in shower. Photography by Atelier Wong - [Alright, Alright, Alright in Allandale](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/alright-alright-alright-in-allandale-pj-vj~503565) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 10 - Description: Whole house remodel for a hip young family in the Allandale neighborhood just north of downtown Austin and the University of Texas campus. The original house had a decent layout and gorgeous wood floors, but needed to be expanded and updated. Entire house was brought down to the studs and all systems upgraded. Color and material selection reflects the fun-loving vibe of the homeowner. - [Reduced, Reused & Recycled in Austin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/reduced-reused-and-recycled-in-austin-pj-vj~458962) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 29 - Description: Newly constructed home located in the Zilker neighborhood of Austin. The existing bungalow on the property was deconstructed, with materials set aside for re-use in the new home. Goal of the project was to source exclusively from these existing materials, as well as materials salvaged from the homeowners' family ranch in West Texas. The remaining products and materials were sourced locally and made in the USA whenever possible, to lower the carbon footprint and support local manufacturers and ar… - [Light and Modern in Downtown Austin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/light-and-modern-in-downtown-austin-pj-vj~293967) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 5 - Description: Gut remodel of a tiny, closed off, mid-60s-era condo kitchen in the heart of downtown Austin. The homeowner—a young, single woman—wanted to upgrade, update, and lighten up the kitchen. Walls came down, the old flooring, cabinets, and appliances removed. The space was reconfigured to maximize storage and maintain flow while entertaining. - [Zilker Ranch Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/zilker-ranch-renovation-pj-vj~405306) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 10 - Description: This sixties ranch-style home was in dire need of a makeover, and the homeowners also desired a larger and more open kitchen as well as a bigger and more functional master bath and closet. Walls came down and the dated fixtures, materials, and appliances were pulled out, transforming it into a gorgeous, modern, and very well-laid out family home. Jennifer Ott provided architectural design assistance via Loop Design, the architecture firm for this project. Additional interior design services were… - [A·Dore in Agave](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/adore-in-agave-pj-vj~1815164) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 32 - Description: Neighborhood: Agave, Austin, TX Architect: Casabella Architects Interior Design Collaberation: Jennifer Ott Photography: Mandy Harris - [Shades of Green](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shades-of-green-pj-vj~365715) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [Shades of Blue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shades-of-blue-pj-vj~365717) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Shades of Gray](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shades-of-gray-pj-vj~365711) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - [Shades of Yellow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shades-of-yellow-pj-vj~365713) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [Shades of Orange](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shades-of-orange-pj-vj~365714) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 21 - [Shades of Red](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shades-of-red-pj-vj~365716) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - [Bold Color Palettes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bold-color-palettes-pj-vj~365719) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 69 - [New Neutrals](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-neutrals-pj-vj~365720) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - [Shades of Black](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shades-of-black-pj-vj~365721) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Shades of Purple](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shades-of-purple-pj-vj~365718) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 [See all 31 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/jennifer-ott-design-pfvwus-pf~721470242) ## Ideabooks - [10 Ways to Use Cloud Dancer, Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/183887779/list/10-ways-to-use-cloud-dancer-pantone-s-2026-color-of-the-year) — 15 ideas - [9 Paint Colors Poised to Dominate in 2026](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/183526746/list/9-paint-colors-poised-to-dominate-in-2026) — 9 ideas - [Pantone Is Down With Light Brown for Its 2025 Color of the Year](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/179165886/list/pantone-is-down-with-light-brown-for-its-2025-color-of-the-year) — 13 ideas - [10 Paint Colors Set to Define 2025](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/178471947/list/10-paint-colors-set-to-define-2025) — 10 ideas - [Pantone Picks a Peach for Its 2024 Color of the Year](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/172322593/list/pantone-picks-a-peach-for-its-2024-color-of-the-year) — 17 ideas - [10 Paint Colors Ready to Take Over in 2024](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/171156713/list/10-paint-colors-ready-to-take-over-in-2024) — 11 ideas - [Pantone Chooses a Vibrant Magenta for 2023 Color of the Year](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/164678531/list/pantone-chooses-a-vibrant-magenta-for-2023-color-of-the-year) — 10 ideas - [7 Paint Colors Set to Be Big in 2023](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/163427758/list/7-paint-colors-set-to-be-big-in-2023) — 7 ideas - [10 Things to Do for a Smooth Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/115268405/list/10-things-to-do-for-a-smooth-renovation) — 10 ideas - [How to Choose the Right Depth for Your Kitchen Sink](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15577548/list/how-to-choose-the-right-depth-for-your-kitchen-sink) — 9 ideas - [How to Choose a Kitchen Sink Size](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/14445097/list/how-to-choose-a-kitchen-sink-size) — 10 ideas - [10 Ways to Use Cloud Dancer, Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/183937445/list/10-ways-to-use-cloud-dancer-pantone-s-2026-color-of-the-year) — 15 ideas - [9 Paint Colors Poised to Dominate in 2026](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/183592976/list/9-paint-colors-poised-to-dominate-in-2026) — 9 ideas - [Pantone Is Down With Light Brown for Its 2025 Color of the Year](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/179257909/list/pantone-is-down-with-light-brown-for-its-2025-color-of-the-year) — 13 ideas - [10 Paint Colors Set to Define 2025](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/178751444/list/10-paint-colors-set-to-define-2025) — 10 ideas - [Pantone Picks a Peach for Its 2024 Color of the Year](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/172366772/list/pantone-picks-a-peach-for-its-2024-color-of-the-year) — 17 ideas - [10 Paint Colors Ready to Take Over in 2024](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/171176208/list/10-paint-colors-ready-to-take-over-in-2024) — 11 ideas - [6 Kitchen Flooring Materials to Boost Your Cooking Comfort](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16641889/list/6-kitchen-flooring-materials-to-boost-your-cooking-comfort) — 7 ideas - [Pantone Chooses a Vibrant Magenta for 2023 Color of the Year](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/164695420/list/pantone-chooses-a-vibrant-magenta-for-2023-color-of-the-year) — 10 ideas - [7 Paint Colors Set to Be Big in 2023](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/163990427/list/7-paint-colors-set-to-be-big-in-2023) — 7 ideas [See all 279 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/jenott) ## Community Q&A **Q: I love the wallpaper!!** *(in Photo Questions)* Whoa, that wallpaper is gorgeous, where did you buy it/find it? A: Thank you. It's 7 panels of this 24" x 96" peel and stick wall covering from Simple Shapes: https://www.simpleshapes.com/products/copy-of-mountain-mural-wall-art-wallpaper-peel-and-stick?variant=44764808839458 **Q: Is this desert sage?** *(in Photo Questions)* I can't tell if desert sage refers to the picture above or below. A: This image was provided by Dunn-Edwards but they did not include paint color names. I have reached out to them to try to get the info and will update it here once I find out. **Q: How do I get the color information used in a particular photo** *(in Photo Questions)* How do I get the color information used in a particular photo A: this swatch was used as part of a story on paint colors that work with brick. someone pulled out the image but didn't include the paint info. you could try searching for stories about paint colors that go with brick to see if you can find the original story. **Q: Who makes the range hood? I love it!** *(in Photo Questions)* Who makes the range hood? I love it! A: I believe that's a Savona Wall hood from Zephyr **Q: What tile is that and where do I get it?** *(in Photo Questions)* Love the tile and paint color. A: thank you @Mary Pavlo Avalle. The tile is from Heath Ceramics. It's the Wide Hex Twist pattern in Lichen (M43). The ceiling is painted Benjamin Moore's Hibiscus and the wall area above the sinks is a custom color that most closely matches Benjamin Moore's Pear Green **Q: range backsplash** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi. Could you please share the material used for the range backsplash? Thank you. A: It’s a sheet of zinc that has been left unfinished so it will develop a patina with time and exposure. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-13.*