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Meet Jill Lehouiller - Owner of J. Elle Design

With over 20 years of design experience in both residential and commercial industries, new construction and remodel, Jill believes that everyone should have the opportunity to create unique surroundings for beautiful living. Jill began in the design industry working with friends and family offering advice and assistance, and went on to earn a degree in Interior Design. Prior to opening J. Elle Design, she began her professional career as a Design Assistant at Verdigris Interiors, managed a lighting design showroom, and was an Interior Designer for Haverty Furniture, hired to train their sales staff in how to complete rooms through accessorizing.

With wonderful success, Jill began her own design business in 2007 and has spent the last dozen years providing clients with professional, responsive customer service and design expertise. She's had the privilege of designing, renovating and staging nearly 1,000 residential homes, of all sizes, and commercial properties, including office buildings, retail stores, community clubhouses, corporate headquarters, restaurants and doctors offices.

Design services are offered in the form of hourly consultation or complete project. The spectrum of assistance ranges from providing ideas/additional options to conceiving the design concept and bringing it to fruition.

Jill believes it is important to be part of the community and enjoys utilizing her time and talents with the following organizations: Greater Enrichment Program, YMCA, Market Your Mind, Fashion Week, March of Dimes, Salvation Army, Susan G. Komen, Habitat for Humanity and more.

Jill holds degrees in:

Corporate Finance - UNC Charlotte

Interior Design - The Art Institute of Charlotte

North Carolina: License #001591899

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Meet Lauren Litaker - Administrative Assistant at J. Elle Design

Lauren joined J. Elle Design in 2019 after working with Jill on her own home decorating and staging. With a BSBA in Hospitality and Tourism Management and a career in tourism marketing, Lauren brings both great customer service and marketing skills to the team. You'll often find Lauren delivering samples, coordinating schedules, and helping Jill behind the scenes. She enjoys working with Jill and clients to see design plans come to life and is constantly amazed at the beautiful homes Jill helps to create.