Our Mission
Meaningful Designs Built to Last
Jackie Barnes Design is a full-service studio dedicated to creating homes that align with your vision and lifestyle. We believe your space should enrich your life and improve your well-being. Not only do we dream up magic, we also bring it to life—managing every detail from design to construction oversight to ensure a seamless transformation.
Our Philosophy
No project is quite the same. But our approach never wavers. At Jackie Barnes Design, we design and renovate homes that…
Uphold Mindful Design Practices
We believe a home is more than a place you live. It’s a mirror through which your quality of life is reflected.
In our opinion, mindful design practices are the true path toward a home that will serve you and your family for generations to come.
Our mindful design approach will help enrich the overall wellbeing and health of your home and family. Let’s transform the way you feel and interact with the rest of the world through clever design solutions and a holistic family approach.
Fit Like a Glove
Invest in Your Future
White-Glove Service
Environmentally And Socially Conscious
Uphold Mindful Design Practices
Fit Like a Glove
A great designer doesn’t just bring your vision to life; they elevate it. That’s how we create spaces that are perfectly tailored to you and your lifestyle.
“WOW. Why didn’t we do this sooner?” is music to our ears. Our goal is to bring out the full potential of your home by highlighting what you love most and customizing the rest through a creative, sometimes out-of-the-box, approach that will both meet your needs and satisfy your unique aesthetic. In the end, you’ll have the home you’ve always wanted, one that fits your one-of-a-kind life.
Invest in Your Future
White-Glove Service
Environmentally And Socially Conscious
Uphold Mindful Design Practices
Fit Like a Glove
Invest in Your Future
Everyone deserves a home that makes them feel good. That’s why we believe interior design is a smart investment rather than a pretentious luxury.
Devoting resources to the place you spend so much of your life is important, and an intentional design and renovation process will ensure that you feel confident in how your money is budgeted.
Our team approaches every day as a new opportunity to provide…
White-Glove Service
Environmentally And Socially Conscious
Uphold Mindful Design Practices
Fit Like a Glove
Invest in Your Future
White-Glove Service
As a homeowner, you shouldn’t have to deal with the full-time stress of managing the many details of your renovation or redesign project.
Instead, your home transformation should feel exciting and fun! We believe our clients should be able to live their lives and focus on the things that matter most with full confidence that their home, money, and vision are well taken care of — with no details overlooked or resources wasted.
And ensures our design choices remain…
Environmentally And Socially Conscious
Uphold Mindful Design Practices
Fit Like a Glove
Invest in Your Future
White-Glove Service
Environmentally And Socially Conscious
The simple truth is that the choices we make for our homes do impact our planet and communities. It’s our responsibility to prevent that as much as possible.
We keep what you love, redesign what you wish to change, and responsibly discard or donate the rest. In fact, for every project we take on, we work with New Life Furniture Bank, a non-profit organization that – among other charitable endeavors – delivers donated furniture to vulnerable families in our community. Our clients can rest easy knowing we do our best to make the most out of what you leave behind.
MEET JACKIE
As a Cincinnati native, I’ve moved from the West Side to Hyde Park to Columbia Tusculum, and now call Wyoming, Ohio home. I find inspiration in the rich tradition and appreciation for history rooted in Cincinnati; all of which are reflected in the timeless design and construction of its homes.
With a background in psychology (B.S.) and sociology (M.A.), I understand how our environments directly impact our mental and physical health. This unique perspective is at the core of my design philosophy—creating spaces that are both beautiful and functional.
My speciality?
I don't just craft spaces that look good —they feel good too. I truly believe in the power of design to enhance your well-being. For me, every project is about reflecting the individual character of the people who live and work there.
My Goal?
To craft environments that spark joy and elevate your everyday life. It all starts with a deep dive into your world—understanding who you are, how you live, and what makes you tick. I don’t just aim for beautiful interiors—I strive to give you a better way to live.
When I'm not designing, I cherish time with my wonderful family, most notably when we're out picnicking. I also enjoy diving into a good book and training for endurance events.
Meet Sarah
Lead Interior Designer
Sarah is a University of Cincinnati DAAP graduate with a BS in Architecture. Her expertise spans commercial workplace architecture in Seattle and custom home design in Cleveland.
Her diverse background equips her to manage complex projects with creativity and precision. Sarah’s love for Cincinnati fueled her return to the Queen City, where her passion for design thrives.
With over two years alongside Jackie, Sarah excels in 3D modeling and rendering, delivering stunning visuals that provide clients with a clear vision for their space.From drawing floor plans to curating furniture, fixtures, and fabrics, she designs spaces tailored to each client’s unique style and needs.
Sarah is driven by the challenges her projects present and the freedom to create thoughtful solutions. When she’s not designing, she enjoys testing new recipes, crafting, and upcycling thrifted furniture.
Meet Alyssa
Interior Designer
Alyssa is a recent graduate of the University of Cincinnati’s DAAP program with a BS in Interior Design. She brings experience in multifamily residential remodeling in Louisville, affordable housing and furniture design in Cincinnati. Born in Vancouver Canada, Alyssa moved to Chicago when she was young, eventually landing in Cincinnati for school.
With a strong foundation in both residential and commercial design, Alyssa is known for her sharp attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills. Her innovative approach and problem-solving mindset add a fresh perspective to the design team.
Alyssa has a passion for rendering and concept development, with a focus on materials, fixtures, and hard surfaces. She finds joy in watching a project come to life, guiding it through every stage from concept to completion. Her empathetic nature helps her connect with clients and deeply understand their personal style.
When she’s not designing, Alyssa enjoys painting, crafting, and exploring Cincinnati’s vibrant offerings, appreciating the city's intimate charm compared to her Chicago roots.
Meet Matthew
Senior Project Manager
Born and raised in Southwest Missouri, Matthew holds a Bachelor’s degree in General Business and a Master’s degree in Elementary Education from Missouri State University. After dedicating fifteen years to teaching middle school, he decided to channel his skills in building relationships, multitasking, and managing projects into his long-standing passion for interior design.
Driven by supporting others, Matthew thrives in creating meaningful connections with our clients and design partners, providing communication and support throughout each design project. His expertise spans both small and large-scale projects, where he adeptly balances the big picture with meticulous attention to detail. Matthew’s role truly comes into play during the execution phase. You can expect regular updates on order placements, contractor scheduling, and billing, along with the occasional check-in call just to say “hello.”
His experience and commitment are focused on navigating challenges efficiently, keeping the project on track, and ensuring that your vision is brought to life with the highest quality and minimal stress. An extreme asset to the execution of our design projects, his hands-on approach, care for our clients, and love of design ensures that each design project runs as smoothly as possible.
Outside of the design studio, Matthew is a lifelong learner who enjoys traveling, embarking on weekend road trips, exploring new restaurants, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Meet Katherine
Marketing Manager
Katherine's love for design started early, from crafting custom Barbie doll clothes to sketching clothing designs in class, always fascinated by the interplay of textiles, colors, and materials. Today, she brings that same creativity and passion to work, combining a strong background in both commercial and residential remodeling with a focus on client and vendor relationships, marketing, and project management.
As the Marketing Manager for Jackie Barnes, Katherine oversees all aspects of marketing strategy and execution. From developing and managing campaigns to creating engaging content and driving digital marketing efforts, she works to build brand awareness and support business growth.
Outside of JBD, Katherine is a proud mom to three spontaneous, quick-witted boys who keep her on her toes. She loves a good true-crime audiobook, SEC football, rehabbing anything vintage, and spending time in Northern Michigan (always on the water).
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We partner with new life furniture to make houses into homes
Giving Back
Their mission: Turn houses into homes
When we work together, we’ll sort through your furniture and collect the pieces you’re ready to part with. Instead of sending those pieces off to some unknown location, we’ll place a request on your behalf for New Life Furniture Bank’s free haul-away service to come pick up those pieces and bring them to their site.
