OUR STORY
Our philosophy is simple: we believe the connection you have with your home can positively influence the way you live. At Jenny Martin Design, we collaborate with you to define your style and identify your needs, guiding you through the myriad of decisions needed to create a fully customized home that reflects. You.
We believe in quality, and we work exclusively with clients ready to invest in the luxury home they envision. With a focus on high-end natural materials and functional beauty, we go beyond simply creating your home — we create the unique interiors that will frame your experiences.
Whether you’re embarking on a custom waterfront build or restoring a heritage manor, we offer complete solutions to take you from dream to reality. Our multifaceted collective of technically-proficient and detail-orientated designers will guide you through the process of discovery, with exceptional communication and inquiry. From constructing a timeless environment that elevates your lifestyle, to perfecting the furniture and styling details, our passionate team is here for you.
With over 16 years in business, Jenny Martin Design has assembled a team at the pinnacle of their field in Western Canada. Home to the largest interior design team on Vancouver Island, Jenny Martin Design is capable of encompassing all facets of design – architectural design, interior design, project management, and the hand selection of furnishings and home décor. To ensure the highest caliber of personal service for our clients, the team takes on a select number of projects each year.
Livable. Luxury. Designed for a Lifetime.
We acknowledge the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Esquimalt) Peoples on whose unceded territory we have the privilege to design on for future generations. Our commitment is to culturally sensitive design that respects the land and its original caretakers. We aim to create spaces that embody this legacy, upholding sustainability and cultural respect.
Esteemed by clientele around Victoria and Abroad
Jenny Martin, Founder & Principal Designer
Jenny Martin believes that every space tells a story, and she’s spent her life’s work helping people create authentic connections to their homes. After growing up in an artistic family and spending a lifetime in the design industry, she created Jenny Martin Design in 2008 with a mission to create effortlessly functional spaces that will last a lifetime.
Armed with a discerning and detail-oriented team, Jenny fuses utility with beauty, simplicity with elegance, and quality with function. Her beautiful spaces have earned her team recognition throughout the Pacific Northwest. In 2012 Jenny was awarded Western Living’s “One to Watch”, and she and her team have continued to receive accolades for their elegant, enduring homes, including a Georgie Award (CHBABC), multiple Care Awards (VRBA), and recognition at the International Design and Architectural Awards in London. Jenny has been an active member of the Victoria Residential Builders Association for 12 years and recently completed a term as President.
Believing we are greater than the sum of our parts, Jenny’s management style allows her business to thrive. Empowering her designers with the confidence and know-how to execute the firm’s vision, she entrusts them to work through the details alongside trades, suppliers, and clients. Her kind and considerate manner and technical know-how not only make her a fantastic leader but a favourite of builders and clients alike.
When she’s not focused on design, Jenny enjoys spending time with her young family exploring and harvesting the treasures of the Pacific West Coast. With a love for food and wine, she takes great joy in preparing West Coast cuisine harvested from land and sea for friends and family.
Feature Projects: GRACIE OAKS, SALT & OAK, LUCIA, CALVERT
Julia Estey, Principal Designer
Born and raised in Victoria, Julia has been a cornerstone of Jenny Martin Design since 2013. Deeply inspired by the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, she draws from the surrounding seascape to create interiors that are both grounded in nature and elevated in design. Her work blends elegance with function, setting a new standard for livable luxury.
With a deep appreciation for traditional interiors, Julia has a talent for designing homes that honor their history while embracing modern life. She has a natural ability to interpret and channel her clients’ aesthetic, guiding them with clarity and confidence through every step of the process. Known for her honest insight and collaborative spirit, she’s respected by both clients and colleagues alike.
As the second acting Principal at Jenny Martin Design, Julia brings focus, creativity, and integrity to every project. Her leadership is both inspiring and impactful, making her an essential force within the firm.
Outside of work, Julia enjoys exploring the Island with her young family of three. She finds inspiration in the everyday and has a passion for renovations and restoring vintage pieces, breathing new life into forgotten treasures and transforming them into meaningful design elements.
With standout projects like Maison de Lee and Sandbanks, Julia’s talent and vision have earned widespread recognition. Her timeless aesthetic and commitment to her craft makes her one to watch in the world of interior design.
Feature Projects: WILLOWMERE, LE MOULIN, ELMSGATE, MAISON DE LEE, MON PETIT CHOU, SANDBANKS
Adrienne Hempstock, Managing Senior Designer
Adrienne’s approach to design marries an enjoyment of the technical, with a fun-loving and enthusiastic outlook on every project. She doesn’t ascribe to any one design style – because she loves them all! She tackles projects balancing professionalism with humour, and curiosity with understanding born through years of experience.
Adrienne has the privilege of leading a team of immensely talented designers that she deeply respects and cherishes. Getting to collaborate as a team – whether with other designers in the office, our amazing clients, or the builders and subtrades we’ve built relationships with – is Adrienne’s favourite part of the job. Relationships and communication are so key to every project, and have resulted in multiple repeat clients and referrals.
Adrienne holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a Diploma in Interior Design and lives in Victoria with her husband and two young children. When not designing, Adrienne likes to sit in a sauna, workout, do puzzles and eat chocolate cake. But not all at the same time.
Feature Projects: CABALLO, KEYSTONE, WILLOW CREEK, LUCIA, HIDDEN HILLS
Tiffany Barone, Senior Designer
Tiffany graduated with a degree in Interior Design from the respected Vancouver Island University. She specializes in the selection of custom details and curates the decor for our most discerning clientele. With a structured work ethic, she also works with local developers designing the interiors for luxury high rises. Making a 600sf condo unit feel exclusive is second nature to this creative powerhouse. Her clients include many well respected and successful business owners and developers. They would describe her a creative, patient and committed designer that is always a pleasure to work with. A warrior for implementation of good design, she directs and supervises construction with calming energy.
Feature Projects: THISTLEWOOD, WHITE HAVEN, PRIMROSe, FOX GLOVE, THE POINT, REDFERN, UPLAND GATES, OLIVIA NOLE
Alia Marshall, Senior Designer
With a passion for travel, forging meaningful connections, and a sharp eye for detail, Alia draws inspiration from global experiences to shape her design approach. She brings a thoughtful, curated perspective to Jenny Martin Design, creating interiors that reflect a deep appreciation for diverse aesthetics and refined design. With a Bachelor of Commerce from the Gustavson School of Business and an Interior Design Certificate from BCIT, Alia brings a unique blend of strategic thinking and creative vision to the team. Clients describe her as methodical, approachable, and confidently driven. Always two steps ahead, she’s committed to finding the ideal solution—and advocating for it with both precision and positivity. With a passion for both interior decorating and custom design, she continues to build a portfolio that reflects her dedication to thoughtful, high-caliber work.
Feature Projects: WHITE HAVEN, PRIMROSE, FOX GLOVE, THE POINT, OLIVIA NOLE
Ren Roch, Senior Designer
Having always had an appreciation for beautiful interiors, Ren knew she wanted to pursue a career in interior design from a young age. Drawn to an eclectic mix of patterns, living finishes, and curated collectables, she would describe her design style as casual, yet coveted. Having graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design from Vancouver Island University, Ren kick-started her career in the commercial field, developing strong foundational skills in architectural detailing and construction methods. Executing highly customized interiors, both beautiful, functional and perfectly tailored, Ren has continued to bring a refreshed perspective to the Intermediate team, respected by both colleagues and trades alike. Leading her projects with confidence and a keen eye for detail, Ren continues to design interiors that are both thoughtfully approached and seamlessly executed.
Feature Projects: The west edit, elmsgate
Mikayla Hodgson, Junior Designer
With a deep appreciation for beautiful interiors, Mikayla was drawn to the creativity of Design from a young age. A thrifter at heart, Mikayla has a special eye for the pre-loved, breathing new life into forgotten pieces. Gravitating towards a curated mix of old and new, she brings a unique perspective to all projects she approaches, prioritizing finishes that age in place and tell a tale of the past.
With a background in Business Management, Mikayla wears many hats, finding harmony in mixing her creative and practical mind.
Feature Projects: Willowmere
Lauryn Young, Studio Coordinator
The first point of contact for clients coming into the office, Lauryn is our Studio Coordinator. Performing administrative tasks, keeping our social media up to date, communicating with clients, and keeping our office tidy are all part of her daily routine. Having always had a passion for Interior Design, she loves being part of such a creative environment, and can’t wait to continue to learn from such a talented team.
Kindi Mimeault, Junior Designer
Known for her quiet tenacity and intuitive eye, Kindi approaches each project with creativity, confidence, and a deep appreciation for thoughtful detail. Her passion for interior design began early through a hands-on love for building—driven by an intense curiosity about how things are constructed and a natural instinct for working with tools. She discovered that interior design opened up a realm of possibilities, allowing spaces to be shaped with intention and meaning through thoughtfully articulated details—an approach she carried with her while earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design from Vancouver Island University.
Now, as a Junior Designer at Jenny Martin Design, Kindi continues to apply this same curiosity and dedication to every project, collaborating closely with colleagues and clients to create timeless spaces that feel thoughtfully curated and effortlessly lived-in.
Olivia Ritchie, Controller
A numbers wiz, Olivia is our Office Accountant. Having graduated with a BBA from Camosun, with a Major in Accounting, she is recognized as a problem solver at heart, and loves hunkering down to solve the unsolvable. Born and raised in Victoria, she has a deep rooted appreciation for Vancouver Island, and loves to support local when she can! With a keen eye for those coveted finds, she has an enviable wardrobe, and likes to spend her time sewing, crocheting, baking and cooking! The perfect addition to our team, her optimism is admirable, and she never hesitates to go the extra mile.