Whitney J Decor

04/28/2026

Designing Black Women: New Orleans Design Maven Whitney J

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09/11/2023

So many of my projects are "in progress" or hasn't been photographed (yet). Le STRUGGLE!!! Can I go back to posting the in-progress pics? I don't think y'all care too much to see the finished photos, because the follower count ain't adding up to the engagement. 🤣🤣🫣🫣🤪🤪🤪

09/08/2023

KITCHENS are becoming my absolute favorite room to design. I love the way a space can be gutted, reconfigured, and redesigned to make you feel like you're in a brand new house! Anyone working on kitchen renovations this fall? Shoot me some before or progress pics. I'm giving out FREE advice all weekend!

09/02/2023

My clients understand that I'm gonna incorporate details that their neighbors and friends are too scared to, like a gold foil backsplash. If you hire me, just know: I err on the side of "the most". Shoot me a message for details about working with me or click the link in my bio!

Swipe for the before!

09/01/2023

I have some incredible projects coming up and I can't wait to show you! This dining room is still one of my favorites! Swipe to get into some of the details!

08/23/2023

Thinking about renovating your kitchen? Here's what you should know. This kitchen was a complete gut job! We completely reconfigured the layout of everything, including the sink and appliances.

3 things to know that'll prepare you for your kitchen renovation:

(1) There's a chance that your dream layout/design will not be possible. This may be due to costs, local codes, timeline, or general sensibility. Be prepared to pivot.

(2) There's a chance that your contractor will find serious problems behind your walls or under your floors that have to be fixed BEFORE putting your kitchen back together. Be prepared to spend more than you expected. It's a good idea to have a contingency budget on the side (about 15% - maybe even 20%) in case this happens.

(3) There's a chance that your project will take longer than expected. Generally, there's a lot of moving parts (and PEOPLE) involved in a kitchen renovation. Things come up. People get sick. Cabinets get delayed. Materials go out of stock. Be prepared to be flexible with your expected timeline.

Any questions about renovating a kitchen?

08/22/2023

07/25/2023

I woke up to so many sweet birthday messages! Thank you! Mannnnnn, I live a blessed life! It's so far from perfect, but it's so so good. I get to do exactly what I want every day, and I definitely don't take for granted the privilege of being my own boss with a support system like mine.

I have some random thoughts, as I usually have on my birthday, so buckle up... it's a long one.

I'm usually happy every day of the year EXCEPT my birthday (I don't like getting "older" - still mentally processing that), but today I woke up with a surprisingly positive spirit! Now I regret that I probably scrooged up any birthday plans Shawn had for me.

I initially wanted to share 37 big life lessons I learned, but I'm tired, so I'm just gonna just share 12 things I learned just this last year.

1. How are you pretty with hair, but not pretty without it? Make it make sense.

2. Speak your mind - who gon pop you?

3. Just because everybody else is doing it - you don't have to.

4. You stand out naturally - embrace it and be yourself.

5. You have the right to make every single penny you want to make, and nobody should/could tell you differently.

6. You can AND SHOULD charge for every single thing you do in your business. It's not fair for someone to ask for free work, especially when they're offering nothing in return.

7. Not everything happens for a reason - some things just happen, and it's no one's fault.

8. It was not GOD'S will for that bad thing to happen, and nobody can tell me differently. (Don't debate me on this - I don't want to hear it.)

9. Everything I want, I'll eventually get. I'm patient.Anything that I don't get, I really don't need it!

10. Stay away from nasty, messy, negative people. They have a way of rubbing that nasty energy on you.

11. Some people really use you for what you bring to the table. Dig deep for discernment between opportunists and real friends.

12. Tap into your friends wisdom, especially when you're reactive/impulsive like me.

Cheers to 37!!

07/08/2023

SWIPE FOR AN ANNOUNCEMENT

I was having a conversation earlier with a friend (S/O ) about how patient I am in "waiting my turn" and how growing fast (or slow) for ME might look different for you. We're all on our own paths, and they're not supposed to look the same, friends. When we remember that, we see just how blessed we are with exactly what we have. 🩷🩷🩷

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07/05/2023

Listen. If you learn nothing from me, learn this: THERE IS NOTHING MORE VALUABLE THAN A GOOD TEAM! I have been going through my share of subcontractors, and it's been some of my most frustrating, disappointing experiences as a designer so far. It's so hard to have clients trust you when you have people working in their home that cut corners, rush jobs, and don't take responsibility for their mistakes. I'm the FIRST one to admit my fault and I expect everyone that works with me to do the same. When I make a mistake, I'm ready to put in extra work and open my checkbook ( if needed ). The self-awareness and work ethic is seriously lacking around here! Do you guys deal with this where you're from?

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07/04/2023

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