Renovation DESIGN
Transforming Homes to Improve the Way You Live
How We Work
A successful renovation is about more than selecting beautiful finishes. It's an opportunity to reimagine how your home functions, improve everyday living, and create spaces that feel more like your family's lifestyle and personal aesthetic.
At Jennifer Janeway Designs, we guide homeowners through the renovation process from concept to completion, helping them navigate countless decisions with confidence and clarity. Whether you're renovating a kitchen, reimagining a primary suite, updating a main living space, or undertaking a whole-home transformation, our team provides the creative vision, organization, and expertise needed to bring your project to life.
By balancing thoughtful design with a highly organized process, we help clients create homes that are beautiful, functional, and uniquely their own.
Why Hire An Interior Designer for a Renovation?
Renovations often involve hundreds of decisions, multiple trade professionals, and countless details that must work together seamlessly.
Many homeowners begin a renovation focused on finishes, only to discover that layout, functionality, lighting, furnishings, and architectural details are equally important to the success of the project.
An interior designer helps you see the bigger picture.
We consider how spaces will be used, how rooms connect to one another, and how every design decision contributes to the overall experience of your home. Our goal is to create a cohesive result that feels intentional—not a collection of individual selections.
By becoming involved early in the planning process, we can often identify opportunities, solve design challenges, and help avoid costly changes later in construction.
Our Renovation Design Services
Space Planning & Layout Design
One of the most impactful aspects of any renovation is improving how a space functions.
We evaluate how your family uses the existing space, and develop thoughtful layout solutions that enhance flow, functionality, storage, and comfort.
Services include:
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Kitchen layout planning
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Bathroom space planning
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Built-in cabinetry design
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Furniture planning
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Traffic flow improvements
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Room reconfiguration
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Storage solutions
Our goal is to ensure that your renovated home works beautifully for everyday life.
Design Concepts & Material Selections
Once the overall vision is established, we guide clients through the selection process to create a cohesive design plan.
Selections may include:
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Cabinetry
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Countertops
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Tile and stone
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Flooring
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Paint colors
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Plumbing fixtures
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Decorative lighting
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Hardware
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Fireplace materials
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Architectural finishes
By developing a comprehensive design plan before construction begins, we help create a more streamlined renovation experience.
Construction Documentation & Collaboration
We work closely with contractors, builders, architects, and trade professionals throughout the project to help ensure that design details are properly communicated and executed.
Depending on the scope of work, we may provide:
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Floor plans
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Cabinetry drawings
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Elevations
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Material specifications
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Finish schedules
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Lighting plans
Our organized process helps keep projects moving forward while reducing uncertainty during construction.
Furnishings & Finishing Layers
A beautifully renovated room is only complete when the furnishings and finishing details are thoughtfully considered.
We help clients create fully realized spaces through:
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Furniture selection
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Custom upholstery
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Window treatments
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Rugs
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Artwork
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Decorative lighting
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Accessories and styling
By considering furnishings from the beginning of the project, we ensure that construction decisions support the final vision for the space.
Renovation Projects We Frequently Design
Our studio works on a wide variety of residential renovation projects, including:
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Kitchen renovations
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Bathroom renovations
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Primary suite renovations
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Living room renovations
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Basement renovations
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Mudroom and laundry room renovations
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Home office renovations
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Whole-home renovations
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Historic home updates
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New additions and expansions
Whether you're updating a single room or transforming your entire home, we bring the same level of care and attention to every detail.
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Who We Work With
Our renovation clients are typically busy professionals and families who want expert guidance throughout the design and construction process.
They value thoughtful design, appreciate quality craftsmanship, and want a trusted partner to help simplify the many decisions involved in a renovation.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I hire an interior designer for a renovation?
Ideally, before construction begins. Early involvement allows us to influence layout decisions, develop a cohesive design plan, and help prevent costly changes during the renovation process.
Can you work with my contractor?
Absolutely. We regularly collaborate with contractors, builders, architects, and trade professionals to support successful project outcomes.
Do you only work on large renovations?
No. While we often design whole-home renovations, we also work on kitchens, bathrooms, living spaces, primary suites, and other focused renovation projects.
Do you provide furnishings as part of the renovation?
Yes. We frequently design both the renovation itself and the furnishings that complete the space, resulting in a cohesive and fully personalized home.
What areas do you serve?
We serve homeowners throughout Wexford, Cranberry Township, Mars, Pine Township, Sewickley communities, as well as the greater Pittsburgh area.
Ready to Transform Your Home?
A well-designed renovation can dramatically improve the way your home looks, feels, and functions. With thoughtful planning, expert guidance, and a clear vision, your renovation can become an investment that enhances everyday life for years to come.
Schedule a discovery call to learn more about our renovation design services.