To me, home is more than a personal sanctuary, it’s the backdrop of our days and the archive of our memories. I believe in the power of rooms to restore us. When a space is attuned to who you are and how you live, it becomes not just beautiful, but nourishing. I collaborate most often with clients restoring historic homes. We mine their home’s architectural details, preserving what matters, and making it fit for contemporary life. We often begin with the heart of the home: a listening room, a kitchen, a library, a dining space. These are the spaces where music plays, people gather, and stories unfold. While the homes I design are often layered for luxury, they’re never too precious to live in. I mostly source furnishings from vintage and antique dealers across the country, helping clients discover the joy, sustainability, and soul that come from pieces with a past. I don’t chase trends. I look for meaning, provenance, and possibility.
Decorator Jen Bienvenu was formerly a teacher and it is evident creating beautiful spaces was her true calling.