Get to Know Jill Johns

Describe your business

My business is called Transformations by Jill. I “transform the ordinary into extraordinary” by providing interior redesign, home staging services and color consultations. Check out my new website! www.transformationsbyjill.com

What brought you to Hanover?

Very good friends and the Hanover lifestyle.

What is the biggest challenge you are facing?

Finding enough time to schedule my clients. This has been a great economy for redesigning – you know, “using what you already have and love.”

What is the biggest challenge you’ve overcome?

Convincing Realtors to use me as a home stager. Many of them have been “staging” on their own, but I bring a “buyer’s eye” to the home being sold. I can say things the Realtor can’t. I often times help reinforce what the realtor has suggested to their client. Really, it is a win-win situation. Call me before you drop the price of your home.

What is your most satisfying moment?

It is definitely the “big reveal” after I have completed a redesign. I come in and use the items you already own. With your permission, I “shop” your home. Then I ask you to leave--go shopping, run errands, visit a park. Then I get busy transforming the room with the furniture, art, and accessories that you already own. Once I am done, you will love your new space—all for a fraction of the cost of a traditional designer. Home owner reactions are priceless!

Where do you hope to be in 5 years?

Right here in Hanover County – redesigning and/or staging your home.

Are you a member of MAP?

No, sounds like I should be…

How many employees do you have?

Just me and my moving crew

What’s your best time of year?

Spring is always a fun time of year for me. Once the Christmas décor is put away, there are “holes” in the décor and everything looks a little dull. That’s when the calls come flooding in, “Help me Jill, I need to paint”, “Jill, my living room just doesn’t feel right”, “Hey Jill, I need ideas for our playroom”, “Jill, come do that thing you do and make my room beautiful”!

Do you have a favorite customer or vendor?

I have great clients. My favorite ones keep calling me back to “do another room.” Not only because it is more business, but I can really get to know them and their family and build a relationship with them. That is when it is really special for me.

If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go?

The Mediterranean. I love the ocean, the food, the architecture, the people, the landscape, everything.