We had the good fortune of connecting with Stephanie Jacobs and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Stephanie, is there something you can share with us that those outside of the industry might not be aware of?
I think most outsiders are unaware of all the moving parts and problems the design industry is currently having. Gone are the days of, I see it, I like it, lets buy it, my product is here. There are so many logistics to getting items to the clients home after purchase. From lack of people in the workforce to create the item and ship the items via boat and or truck as well as fuel costs, illness and then whatever is going on globally. When things come from overseas there are lot more outside factors that affect the delivery process. And if items are made here in the USA we are still dealing with our own problems with lack or workforce, living wages so people will want to do the job and fuel prices.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
I try to have a very good relationship with my clients. I am very client centric in each design. At the end of they day I am not the star of the show. The space I’m creating is the star of the show and this space needs to reflect my clients’ lifestyle, and taste. If they are not comfortable and happy in the space we are creating for them then I have not done my job. I believe that my positive attitude and attention to my clients’ needs is how my business has grown since 2017 when we opened.

It has not been easy dealing with the problems created and are still around from covid. The design industry is dealing with a lack of employees in manufacturing and logistics. It has caused a huge strain on our industry and I’ve learned you have to roll with it as a lot of it is out of my hands. Keeping a positive attitude and giving my clients’ reassurance has really helped.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
It all depends on the season in Atlanta, because there is always something different to do each season. I would bring my friend around to a lot of restaurants in Atlanta. I looove food. We would definitely hit up some of the more trendy spots such as The Select, Bone’s for a great steak, The Betty which has been one of my “go to” favorites and of course some non American cuisine on Buford Highway. Some of my favorite spots are So Kong Dong Tofu House for tofu soup, Dish which serves up classic Korean food, Pho 24 (Sandy Springs), Food Terminal for Malaysian Street food, and we’d end at Mozart Bakery for dessert.

After our bellies were full we’d make our way down to Chastian or Piedmont park and enjoy a walk and hope there is an art festival going on. I’d also go to the Botanical gardens, Our world Famous Aquarium, The Coke Museum and end they day with Hawks, Falcons, or Braves tickets depending on the season.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My supportive family and the mentorship that I found through other Atlanta Designers

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Image Credits
Kate Koulouris

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