At JWH, our goal is:
To provide creative and innovative space planning for optimum flow and function in critical family living spaces.
To design high-quality cabinetry and interior solutions with exceptional value and practicality.
To offer dedicated, personalized service with meticulous attention to detail.
To take pride in our signature custom cabinetry to enable each client to live their life beautifully.
About the Team
Jennifer Howard, Founder & Consultant
Jennifer Howard founded JWH Design & Cabinetry in 1996 in Rye, NY, building her firm on a foundation of marketing expertise, a natural design and architecture talent, and first-hand residential construction experience. From multi-unit condominium developments to multi-million dollar custom homes, her projects span Westchester, Fairfield, the Eastern Seaboard, and even the West Coast—each bearing the mark of JWH’s distinctive space planning and custom cabinetry.
Jennifer’s design sensibility is deeply personal. She and her husband, Rob, have raised their five children while moving more than 30 times throughout Westchester and Fairfield counties, designing and renovating each home. These personal experiences give her unique insight into what matters most: efficient layouts, creative solutions, realistic budgeting, and timely execution.
The Design Team
Caroline Howard, Client & Operations Manager & Assistant Designer
David Donatelli, Lead Designer
Anghelo Ocampo, Technical Designer
Adi Ocampo, Technical Designer
Anna Flynn, Interior Design Assistant
“Cracking the Code” on Design Challenges
JWH has earned a reputation for “cracking the code” on complex layout and space challenges. With a sharp analytical eye and a mathematical mindset, JWH visualizes creative, functional configurations that often go unnoticed by architects, designers, and builders. Whether working from scratch or improving existing architectural plans, the JWH Design Team is relentless in pursuing the most effective layout—the critical first step in every successful renovation.
The JWH Team: Design, Cabinetry & Turn-Key Renovations
The JWH Team combines expertise in space planning, renovation design, and JWH Custom Cabinetry with a full suite of client-focused services. In addition to cabinetry, JWH coordinates:
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Architectural & engineering plans through licensed professionals
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Plumbing, electrical, and HVAC coordination
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Tile, stone, and hardware selections
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Interior design, styling & material guidance
Our in-house cabinetry installers support every JWH project, ensuring that each custom piece functions beautifully from day one and is serviced with care for years to come.
The Construction Team
Rob Howard, Construction Management
Jacob Hutchins, Construction Management & Managing Partner
Rich Malisse, Project Manager
Brendan Byrne, Project Manager
Client-First Philosophy
At JWH, we believe in clear communication, unbiased design advice, and respecting your investment. Our team works closely with each client to understand their needs, guide their decisions, and create spaces as practical as beautiful.
The JWH Team is proud to be the recipient of numerous design awards, and to be featured in several national and local design publications.
