About the Studio

Kennerknecht Design Group is a full-service interior design and architecture firm specializing in homes designed and curated to each owner’s aspirations.

Based on Boston’s North Shore, our team of licensed designers and architects brings comprehensive expertise to manage complex projects from the ground up. We offer a range of services from new construction to renovations, sourcing fixtures, procuring art, and designing custom furnishings. Whatever the project demands, our approach is consistent: we listen carefully, cherish the details, and work closely with each client to make the experience collaborative and thoughtful.

Following early successes leading design projects for Boston-based firms, Jayme founded Kennerknecht Design Group in 2015. Her award-winning projects have been featured in New England Home, Boston Home, Modern Luxury Interiors Boston, Boston Common and Northshore Home, among others. Jayme was honored with the “5 Under 40’” award from New England Home and has been awarded “Best of Northshore Home for Interior Design” by Northshore Home. Jayme is a graduate of Wentworth Institute of Technology and holds a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design. She resides on the North Shore with her daughter and their spaniel, Cooper. 

Growing up in a log cabin in the Adirondacks, which her parents built themselves, was a grounding experience that gave Jayme an early appreciation for the value of things made with care and the thoughtful decisions that go into designing a home that’s made to last. Guided by a love for design, Jayme and her team strive to make each client feel integral to the process and inspired at every step, actively engaged in the experience of creating an elevated space, curated just for them.

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Meet the Team

Introducing our accomplished team of designers and architects, who bring a wealth of experience, creativity, and attention to detail to every project.

 
 

  • julieta@kennerknechtdesigngroup.com
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    Our in-house licensed architect, Juli, brings more than 15 years of experience in both residential and commercial design that adds a critical layer of architectural insight to all our projects. Juli collaborates closely with our designers and clients to plan and execute thoughtful solutions that address everyday needs. From new construction to additions and renovations, Juli’s diverse skill set lends herself to handling projects of any size. Her organization and attention to detail are key to informing every aspect of the project, from schematic design to project management. She particularly enjoys the challenge of designing around the everyday needs of clients and the intimate nature of residential design – no matter what the style of the project might be. Juli holds a Master of Architecture degree from Wentworth Institute of Technology.

 

  • courtney@kennerknechtdesigngroup.com
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    Courtney brings more than a decade of experience in the industry as both an interior designer and an architectural designer. She is energized by the multi-faceted nature of her role, from designing cabinetry and architectural finishes to selecting custom upholstery and decor. Courtney is a natural problem-solver who approaches each project with fresh enthusiasm, connecting personally with clients to create a home that is thoughtfully tailored to their needs. Her projects are designed for smart functionality and infused with playfulness in texture, scale and dramatic moments. Constantly thinking forward, she is passionate about sourcing and design approaches that are environmentally focused, reduce waste, and empower local businesses and artisans. Courtney is a 2010 graduate of Rhode Island School of Design with a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Architecture and achieved NCIDQ certification in 2019.

 
 
 

  • jessica@kennerknechtdesigngroup.com
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    Jessica has been part of Boston’s luxury residential design industry for over a decade. Her clients are always at the forefront of her design approach and she loves working closely with them to create residential spaces that reflect their unique personality and lifestyle. Her favorite part of the design process is the schematic phase, when she can inspire her clients to think creatively about how to use their home in new ways. Believing the process should be fun and engaging for the owner, she strives to communicate with authenticity while leading with positivity and a sense of humor. Jessica’s enthusiasm for the psychology of design results in dynamic, thoughtfully-crafted spaces that not only look beautiful, but feel great to live in. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Endicott College, with a minor in Sustainable Design and became NCIDQ certified in 2017.

 
 

 Kind Words from Our Clients

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— Client, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA

“We had the best experience one can imagine working with KDG. They did a fantastic job putting together boards of combinations, materials etc and guiding us through this exhausting process. They had wonderful ideas and made the sourcing and ordering process so easy, as well as the coordination of all the detail work. They also meshed really well with the contractor and the subcontractors to make everything happen.”

— Client, Nantucket, MA

“KDG helped us entirely furnish our Nantucket home, down to dishes and beach umbrellas. There were several roadblocks to this project that KDG navigated with ease and professionalism. Jayme and Courtney never let us see them flustered, they always had solutions and they handled everything expertly.”

— Client, Orleans & Dedham, MA

“The team at KDG transformed both of our homes into unique oases and made our dreams a reality with both our primary residence and our summer home. Their skills in creating beautiful, functional and welcoming spaces are unparalleled and Jessie and Jayme were truly a joy to work with at every juncture. I cannot strongly enough recommend working with their truly talented team."

— Client, Stowe, VT & Newton, MA

"The incredibly talented Kennerknecht Design Group team is an absolute dream to work with on any size project, anytime, anywhere. We have known and worked with KDG since early 2017. They have led multiple projects for us ranging from a single room redesign to a full 3,000 foot cabin gut and remodel, involving all build selections as well as furnishings throughout. They are brilliant at what they do, showing their knowledge, creativity and organizational skills at every turn. Nothing throws them off their game and instead they approach unanticipated curveballs with grace and ingenuity. They are fabulous to work with in every way possible!"

— Client, Cambridge, MA

“Working with KDG over the years on several home projects has been a dream. They treat each project, no matter how big or small, with care and dedication. The entire team brings warmth, professionalism, and creativity, making the process enjoyable. From the early brainstorming phase to looking at their carefully selected pieces and materials and finally seeing how it would all come together, made every meeting with them something I looked forward to. They brought our vision for our home to life, and every time I walk in, I can't believe I get to live in such a beautifully put-together space. “

— Client, Barnstable & Needham, MA

“We have been working with Jayme for over 10 years across three different homes and multiple contractors. The team is creative, hardworking, imaginative, diligent, fun to work with, energetic, and has a unique ability to get things done. They even got our kids involved in the design process to make them feel included. Our family loves living in the homes they have designed for us and cannot recommend them more highly.”