Barrington / Illinois / United States
Celeste Jackson has a passion for design and an exceptional eye for detail. This winning combination is reflected in the wide variety of styles and design embellishments she uses in all of her projects. Her background in psychology has given Celeste a gift for working with people and an ability to truly hear the life details her clients are relaying to her which she then incorporates into her design process. The results being successful projects that are as unique as the people for whom they were created and genuinely happy clients. The multifaceted pleasure of her clients is expressed through multiple referrals and repeat business. In addition to her excellent design skills, Celeste has many diverse personal interests. It is the culmination of fashion design, knowledge of wine combined with gourmet cooking, gardening, family life and travel that have broadened her education and personal experience to enhance the richness of her designs. Paris, Florence and Barcelona, all cities known world wide for their examples of architectural excellence and exquisite art collections, are just a few of the places to which Celeste has traveled to expand and enrich her personal design knowledge. This knowledge and experience is what gives Celeste’s designs the ageless quality that surpasses trends and withstands time. Psychology and color go hand in hand and drawing on that background Celeste has developed an exceptional eye for color and the ability to skillfully pair colors for a pleasing environment. She has a high standard for what is quality and expects the same of the workrooms and manufacturers who help fabricate her designs. Celeste uses computer technology to render floor plans, elevations and window treatments with the exact fabrics she has selected for their homes to help clients visualize the end results of her designs prior to installation While her emphasis is on luxury residences, Celeste’s experience includes hospitality design, office design, new construction and renovation; including the renovation of her own 1893 historical farmhouse in downtown Barrington. She was able to update her home for modern living while at the same time maintain its historical presence in the community. As a member of Toastmasters International, Celeste is an exceptional communicator. She has learned effective communication skills, which are an important factor when dealing with clients, workrooms, manufacturers and contractors to achieve the best results.
