Business Details
Award-Winning Interior Design Services
Jill Hertz Interior Design is an award-winning, full-service interior design firm specializing in comprehensive interior detailing and architecture. Our firm combines creativity, energy, and imagination to deliver custom and diverse interpretations of spaces tailored to each client's unique vision. With a history rooted in building meaningful relationships, we approach every project as a collaborative journey that extends beyond design into shared life experiences. Our global reach and community engagement allow us to blend local insights with international perspectives, creating spaces that reflect both cultural context and personal identity. The firm's expertise spans full home consolidations, multi-phased renovations, and custom architectural elements, consistently delivering solutions that balance functionality with aesthetic innovation.Our team of certified professionals brings specialized credentials in sustainable design, aging-in-place adaptations, and universal accessibility standards. We measure success through the lasting joy and satisfaction of our clients, demonstrated by long-term partnerships and repeat collaborations. Every completed project represents not just a transformed space but a strengthened relationship built on trust, creativity, and shared achievement. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by industry recognition and a portfolio showcasing diverse residential and commercial applications. From initial concept to final execution, we maintain rigorous attention to detail while preserving the personal touch that distinguishes our service approach.
Services
Interior Design
Architectural Renovations
Space Optimization
Custom Detailing
Residential Transformations
Commercial Design
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in residential and commercial interior design
- Our team includes certified professionals with ASID, NCIDQ, and CAPS credentials
- We implement a collaborative design process that prioritizes client relationships
- Our portfolio features award-winning projects with diverse design interpretations
- We provide comprehensive services from concept development to final execution
What people say
Award-winning designs
Creative problem-solving
Personalized approach
Attention to detail
Transformative results
Services
Interior Design
Our interior design service creates customized spaces that reflect client personalities while optimizing functionality. We specialize in blending diverse design elements like Art Nouveau, Scandinavian, and Traditional styles with modern requirements. The process includes comprehensive space planning, material selection, and furniture specification to create cohesive, livable environments that evolve with client needs.
Architectural Renovations
We execute full-scale architectural renovations that transform existing structures while maintaining their core character. Our expertise includes expanding living spaces within existing footprints, integrating contemporary elements into traditional homes, and managing complex multi-phase projects. Each renovation balances structural integrity with modern functionality and aesthetic innovation.
Custom Detailing
Our custom detailing service focuses on creating unique architectural elements that enhance space character. This includes designing bespoke entry systems, stair railings, and specialized finishes that reflect client preferences. We emphasize craftsmanship and precision in every element, from door hardware to built-in cabinetry, ensuring each detail contributes to the overall design narrative.
People
Leslie Shankman-Cohn
Principal, Partner
Certified interior designer with FASID, NCIDQ, RID, and CAPS credentials. Specializes in aging-in-place design and universal accessibility standards. Brings over 15 years of experience in residential transformations and space optimization.
Jill Hertz
Principal, Partner
Award-winning designer with McCollum ASID certification. Focuses on creative concept development and client relationship management. Has led multiple award-winning projects including the Memphis Guitar Spa and Normandy Park Residence transformations.
Christin Mains-Dent
Junior Architect, Visual Designer
Visual design specialist with expertise in 3D modeling and spatial visualization. Supports project execution from concept development through final detailing. Combines technical precision with creative problem-solving in both residential and commercial applications.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
While based in the Memphis area, we work on projects nationwide and internationally through virtual collaboration tools and strategic partnerships.
What design styles do you specialize in?
Our expertise spans multiple styles including French Country, Scandinavian, Traditional, and Contemporary, with a specialty in eclectic design integration.
How do you handle multi-phase renovation projects?
We employ phased project management with clear milestones, maintaining design continuity across extended timelines while accommodating evolving client needs.
What certifications do your designers hold?
Our team includes ASID-certified designers, NCIDQ-qualified professionals, and CAPS-certified aging-in-place specialists with ongoing industry education.
Can you work with existing architectural elements?
Yes, we specialize in preserving architectural character while modernizing spaces, as demonstrated in projects like the Maison Privee renovation.
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