Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Interior Design Partner in Yorkville, IL
Essex House Interiors, originally founded as Maggie's Place in 2002, is a full-service interior design firm dedicated to creating spaces that reflect each client's unique lifestyle. Our team of experienced designers believes that a well-thought-out home is built with layers developed over time, combining textiles, custom design, art, and accessories to craft personalized environments. We prioritize attention to detail as the foundation of our service, ensuring clients gain complete confidence in their project's direction. With expertise in color theory, space planning, and sustainable design practices, we guide clients through every stage of the design process.Our community involvement, including leadership roles in local chambers of commerce and participation in ASID charitable projects, demonstrates our commitment to both professional excellence and civic responsibility. We specialize in transforming homes through tailored window treatments, custom bedding, and comprehensive design consultations while maintaining cost-conscious solutions.
Services
Interior Design
Window Treatments
Color Consultations
Custom Bedding
Space Planning
Kitchen & Bath Design
Universal Design
Shopping Services
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in residential interior design
- Our personalized consultations address specific client needs and budget constraints
- We maintain active leadership roles in local chambers of commerce
- Our team provides hands-on support through every design phase
- We emphasize sustainable design practices and cost-conscious solutions
What people say
Delightful to work with
Dependable and thorough follow-up
Cost-conscious solutions
Saved time and money
Transformed spaces beautifully
Services
Interior Design
Our comprehensive interior design service creates personalized residential spaces through expert space planning, color theory application, and material selection. We combine functional requirements with aesthetic considerations to develop layered environments that evolve over time. Our process begins with in-home consultations to understand client preferences and budget parameters, followed by customized design plans that incorporate textiles, furniture, and accessories tailored to each client's lifestyle and architectural context.
Window Treatments
Custom window treatment solutions include drapes, blinds, shades, and shutters designed to enhance both aesthetics and functionality. We provide in-home fabric selection with samples to ensure proper color coordination with existing decor. Our treatments address light control, energy efficiency, and privacy requirements while maintaining stylistic continuity with overall design themes, from traditional to contemporary applications.
Color Consultations
Professional color consultation services help clients select optimal paint schemes for cohesive interior spaces. We provide in-home evaluations of natural and artificial lighting conditions to test color samples at different times of day. Our expertise ensures smooth transitions between open-concept spaces while addressing individual preferences and existing architectural elements to create harmonious, personalized environments.
Custom Bedding
Tailored bedding solutions include duvet covers, bedspreads, pillows, and shams crafted to complement individual bedroom aesthetics. We create coordinated designs that integrate with existing decor elements while addressing comfort requirements. Our custom approach ensures proper fit and fabric selection for both functional needs and stylistic preferences, from cozy retreats to formal guest rooms.
Space Planning
Professional space planning services optimize furniture arrangement and traffic flow within residential environments. We create detailed floor plans to visualize spatial relationships and ensure functional efficiency. Our approach considers existing architectural features, client lifestyle needs, and aesthetic goals to maximize usability while maintaining design cohesion throughout the living space.
People
Roxanne Essex
Owner & Lead Designer
Roxanne founded Essex House Interiors with a philosophy of creating personalized spaces that reflect clients' lifestyles. With a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from the Art Institute, she combines technical expertise with creative vision. Active in community service, she serves on the Plainfield Chamber of Commerce board and received the Yorkville Chamber's Outstanding Volunteer Award in 2019.
Questions
What interior design services do you offer?
We provide full-service interior design including color consultations, window treatments, custom bedding, space planning, kitchen/bath design, and universal design solutions for residential clients.
Do you work with clients outside Yorkville?
Yes, we serve clients throughout the surrounding areas including Plainfield, Crest Hill, Channahon, and Orland Park, IL.
How do design consultations work?
Our consultations begin with a home visit to assess your needs, followed by personalized recommendations for furniture placement, color schemes, and accessory selection tailored to your lifestyle.
Can you help with window treatment selection?
Yes, we offer custom window treatments including drapes, blinds, shades, and shutters, with fabric samples brought directly to your home for selection.
Are your design services cost-effective?
We prioritize cost-conscious solutions while maintaining quality, helping clients make informed decisions that maximize value and avoid unnecessary expenses.
