Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Interior Design Partner in Yorkville, IL
Essex House Interiors was founded in 2002 with a vision to create spaces that reflect each client's unique lifestyle and aspirations. Our team of experienced designers believes that thoughtful interior design emerges from layers developed over time, combining textiles, custom elements, art, and accessories to craft personalized environments. We prioritize client education in fundamental design principles and sustainability, ensuring spaces are both beautiful and functional. Our process begins with personalized consultations to understand individual needs, followed by tailored solutions for window treatments, color schemes, furniture selection, and spatial planning. With deep roots in the Yorkville community, we actively participate in local chambers of commerce and charitable initiatives like ASID's Give-a-Hug project.Our commitment to exceptional service is demonstrated through meticulous attention to detail and a collaborative approach that empowers clients throughout every project phase. We serve clients in Yorkville, Plainfield, Crest Hill, Channahon, and Orland Park, offering both full-service design and targeted consultations. Our work has earned consistent praise for transforming spaces while respecting budgets and personal preferences. By maintaining strong industry partnerships and staying current with design trends, we deliver innovative solutions that stand the test of time. This dedication to excellence has made us a trusted choice for residential interior design in the region.
Services
Interior Design
Window Treatments
Color Consultations
Custom Bedding
Accessories
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in residential interior design.
- Our personalized consultations address specific design challenges and preferences.
- We maintain active involvement in local community development and design education.
- Our process combines creativity with practical budget management strategies.
- We offer both full-service design and targeted design assistance options.
What people say
Wonderful to work with
Transformed our space
Excellent color guidance
Cost-conscious solutions
Dependable service
Services
Interior Design
Our full-service interior design creates personalized living spaces that evolve over time. We combine textiles, custom elements, and accessories to craft functional environments that reflect each client's unique style. With over two decades of experience, we guide clients through every project phase from initial consultation to final implementation. Our approach emphasizes education in fundamental design principles while maintaining focus on practical functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Window Treatments
Custom window treatments enhance both beauty and functionality in residential spaces. We offer tailored drapes, blinds, shades, and shutters designed specifically for each window type and room purpose. Our designers bring fabric samples directly to clients' homes to ensure perfect color and texture coordination with existing decor while addressing practical needs like light control and energy efficiency.
Color Consultations
Professional color consultations help clients choose optimal paint schemes for cohesive, inviting spaces. We provide expert guidance on color theory and practical application, bringing samples to test in clients' homes at different times of day. Our approach ensures color choices enhance existing architectural features while creating desired atmospheres in both traditional and contemporary settings.
Custom Bedding
Custom bedding solutions transform bedrooms into personalized retreats. We design made-to-order duvet covers, bedspreads, pillows, and shams that coordinate with overall room aesthetics. Our service includes fabric selection assistance and spatial planning to achieve both comfort and visual harmony in master suites and guest rooms alike.
Accessories
Finishing touches through curated accessories complete any interior design project. We help clients select and arrange area rugs, artwork, lighting fixtures, and decorative objects that reflect personal style. Our service includes in-home assessments of existing pieces and targeted shopping assistance to achieve cohesive, polished spaces without unnecessary purchases.
People
Roxanne Essex
Owner & Lead Designer
Roxanne founded Essex House Interiors with a vision to create personalized living 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 2019 Outstanding Volunteer Award from Yorkville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Questions
What interior design services do you offer?
We provide full-service interior design, window treatments, color consultations, custom bedding, and accessory selection for residential spaces in the Yorkville area.
How do design consultations work?
Our consultations begin with an in-home assessment where we discuss your style preferences, functional needs, and budget to create personalized design recommendations.
Can you help with specific design challenges?
Yes, we offer targeted assistance with color selection, furniture placement, window treatments, and accessory arrangement to solve specific design issues.
Do you work with clients outside Yorkville?
We primarily serve Yorkville, Plainfield, Crest Hill, Channahon, and Orland Park areas but can discuss projects in nearby locations.
How do you incorporate sustainability into designs?
We educate clients on eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient solutions while selecting durable, long-lasting products that reduce environmental impact.
Reviews (7)
Lori Mahler
Jan 28, 2022
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I have known Roxanne for many years. She has been a huge part of the success I have achieved with two wellness businesses. She was able to make the visions that I saw in my mind come to life and the rooms she created for me are beautiful. She is patient, focuses on quality, and is a true professional. Working with Roxanne is an absolute pleasure because she has a genuine caring about her work, and it shows in her results.
Michael Ehn
Jun 28, 2021
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We needed advice and ideas to get going on our bathroom remodel. Roxanne came in with knowledge and confidence we could trust from the start. She adapted to every change and issue we encountered and we came out with what we feel is a masterpiece. Thank you for your guidance through what felt like a monumental project before we even started.
Harriet Parker
Feb 25, 2021
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My husband and I just wrapped up a major home remodel project and since neither of us have an artistic bone in our bodies, we made the decision to engage Roxanne Essex, Essex House Interiors. We did not once regret that decision. We told her the general look we wanted, and we really appreciated that she took that input and never tried to steer us in a different direction. Roxanne helped us with paint color selection, furniture ideas, room layouts, hanging artwork, and more.
She made numerous visits to our home as the project progressed and was so accommodating to phone calls/texts with questions. She also accompanied us to pick out light fixtures and other pieces. To say that we got great customer service from Roxanne would be an understatement. And our home looks fantastic - in large part due to her expert guidance. Thanks, Roxanne!
She made numerous visits to our home as the project progressed and was so accommodating to phone calls/texts with questions. She also accompanied us to pick out light fixtures and other pieces. To say that we got great customer service from Roxanne would be an understatement. And our home looks fantastic - in large part due to her expert guidance. Thanks, Roxanne!
Nichole Blocker
Aug 22, 2020
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I loved working with Roxanne! She taught me so much and was so patient with me. She designed beautiful window treatments and helped to accessorize our new home. She always responded to my communications quickly and thoroughly. And we had a lot of fun! Thanks again, Roxanne! Service:Refurbishment
Annette Szobar
May 09, 2020
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Every morning as I stand at the top of the stairs and look down into our living room, I say, "Thank you, Roxanne!" She did a color consultation for me awhile ago. I had colors in mind, but she recommended different ones. Especially the color of the hardwood floors. I seriously was not sure about it, but followed the expert's advise. She was right! I just love the color combinations! Thank you, Roxanne!
Cristin Dillon
Oct 11, 2019
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Right from the start I knew I had found the right person for the job. Our project started off small but once we knew we were in great hands with Roxanne we had fun tackling more things in our home. Her attention to detail is remarkable and her knowledge is extremely helpful especially to those of us who need help- like us! It was truly a pleasure working with Roxanne and we look forward to our next project!
Fran Hoeksema
Sep 07, 2016
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Just completed my most recent project with Roxanne. She is a gem for sure. She takes the time to listen to what I want to do and then helps me make good design decisions. I trust her judgement. I am looking forward to my next design adventure with her.
