She spent her childhood years split between living in Singapore and Shanghai. After graduating from the Shanghai American School, she decided to head to Halifax. There she attended Dalhousie University and achieved a Bachelors Degree in Philosophy. Following this, she moved to Toronto where she was trained in interior design at the Academy of Design. Jillian's design experience includes working as
a consultant at Emily Quinn, as a designer at Sarah Richardson Design and as a designer at Luxury Interiors London in London, England . She is the principal designer and director of Lemon Door Design, a firm producing computer generated imagery and F R E S H interior design.
“I believe in Feng Shui at the root of interior design because I believe in life improvement. Feng Shui, also known as ancient Chinese metaphysics, is the exploration of how spatial arrangement can equate to life betterment. To brush it aside would be as silly as disregarding ergonomics relevance to chair design. Designing a space to be beautiful is not purely about trendy fabrics and finishes (though I do enjoy that aspect as well!). It is built on science, logic and human nature. Decor can be used not only for basic needs; it can decide the mood and energy of a space. It can be used to increase productivity in a work environment. It can be used to promote relaxation in a bedroom. Feng Shui can be used to empower an individual guaranteeing increased success in their life.”
A space is not complete until it is inspired.
