Delphinium Design

Masters of Style and Collaboration My husband and I had the great pleasure of working with the Delphinium Design team of Jena Bula (Principal Designer and Owner) and Darby McGee (Associate Designer) on a remodel of our primary bathroom and closet, and we are so very happy with the results. From start to finish, the Delphinium team showcased not only their exceptional talent but also their professionalism and collaborative spirit. Jena has a keen eye for design and a wonderful ability to transform spaces into stunning reflections of her clients' tastes. What also impressed us was her adeptness at understanding our preferences and incorporating them into her designs while not losing sight of our budget. Their level of thoroughness and attention to detail were spot on and Jena meticulously planned every aspect of the project to ensure a flawless execution. From the placement of fixtures to the selection of hardware, her precision was evident in every aspect of the remodel. We never worried about being out of sync as Darby was terrific with action item follow up and kept us informed of project status every Friday. We really appreciated Jena and Darby’s collaborative nature and exceptional listening skills. They took the time to understand our needs and preferences and worked closely with us, incorporating our feedback and providing great recommendations that suited us very well. We’ve worked with many designers in the past and Delphinium Design has been the absolute best we have worked with. If you're looking for an interior design team who will not only create beautiful spaces but also ensure a seamless and, most importantly, enjoyable experience, look no further than Delphinium Design. Thank you Jena and Darby for creating such a beautiful space that brings us joy every day!

We had a great experience working with Delphinium Design – they helped us remodel 3 bathrooms in our home. Both Jena and Darby were very organized and helped simplify the process the whole way through which was important because we do not have a lot of experience with home remodels. Their expertise included listening to our needs and then providing different options and sourcing all materials. This saved us a ton of time than if we attempted this on our own and their results are far superior. They also worked closely with the contractor to ensure everything was implemented correctly. We always felt like they had our back when it came to any questions we had along the way. In short, they were amazing – we would use them again and would recommend them to anyone for their project.

There are not enough adjectives in this world to describe how beautiful my new home is thanks to Jena and Darby at Delphinium Design. From the initial visit Jena was very organized and able to explain the design process and cost. My project was new construction and Jena coordinated with the builder and sent regular communications so that I knew exactly when things were being installed or if there were decisions I needed to make. Jena and Darby were so meticulous in asking questions so that they could create a design that fit my lifestyle. The end result was perfect and better than anything I could have tried to do myself. From the furniture selection, color selection, window treatments, light fixtures and so much more Delphinium design created a space that I am proud to call home. Thank you Jena and Darby for everything you did to create our dream home!

Jena and Darby designed and managed the renovations on our Master Bathroom, Basement Kitchen, Main Kitchen and Family Room. They did such a beautiful job. We are so happy with the finished product in all of these rooms. Jena and Darby were involved in all aspects of the renovation which was such a help. Their expertise was invaluable. They were responsive to all our questions and concerns. They really listened and cared about creating the home we wanted. We already have plans to hire them for future projects.

My husband and I have worked with several design firms, but none could compare to our experience with Delphinium Design! Jena and her team were a pleasure to work with. They carefully listened to all of our needs and wants and gave their professional input to help us achieve the kitchen of our dreams. Before we started our renovation, Jena gave us a detailed account of how much everything would cost and when it would need to be paid - - no surprises. We truly could not have asked for a more professional communicator. Jena was always available to answer the simplest question and was on-site throughout the entire process. We are delighted with our new kitchen and look forward to our next design project with Delphinium Design!

Jena of Delphinium Design is SO talented! I like to think I know a fair bit about design but upon our consultation she proved just how much of an expert she is. There were so many things I never even realized went into selections for a new build. (Choosing which metals to mix, color pairings, even considering how slippery the tile would be in a child’s bathroom) I really appreciate her honesty and attention to detail. I enjoyed our conversations and felt confident in the choices made. I highly recommend Jena and her team.

Upon our first phone consultation with Jena, we knew she was THE ONE! Her attention to detail, impeccable organization, and keen eye for design is unmatched! After being in our home for 10 years, we were ready for some updates. She transformed our primary bathroom, our daughter's bathroom and turned a guest room into a spacious primary dream closet. The design process can be overwhelming, but Jena was there every step of the way, hand selecting items and making our vision come to life. She was also an intricate part of communicating with our contractor and ensuring the installation of everything went smoothly. We truly could not be any happier with our transformed spaces and we feel honored to be Delphinium Design clients. We can't wait to work with Jena on future projects!

Jena provides exceptional design services, impeccable attention to detail, and is on top of it at every stage of the design process. Highly recommend this consummate professional.

I used Jena for her virtual consult services during our full gut kitchen renovation. Initially I sought out her full design services but due to scheduling she was unable to take me on. That is when she offered me the virtual design consultation service and it did not disappoint. This is the perfect service for anyone who is new to renovation/design, is just really busy with life, or just needs a sounding board to bounce ideas off of. After our initial meeting she had me create a Pinterest board with inspiration of the look I was going for. Then from that she created a customized list of recommendations. For me I needed help more with pros and cons of the different options (soapstone vs quartzite), grout recommendations, pendant lighting details, best places to shop, etc. We met again to discuss everything, she answered all my questions, and sent me a detailed document of everything we discussed. She was then available for many frantic emails thereafter :) If you are on the fence if you need design/renovation consultation, trust me...you do!

I've never worked with a designer before and hadn't touched my kitchen in 20 years, but my virtual design consult with Jena was the first and best decision I made in renovating my kitchen after some water damage. I wasn't changing the floorplan, but I knew I needed guidance in getting the look right and Jena is so creative and detailed. The zoom meeting was easy and, actually, fun! We reviewed Pinterest boards I'd sent her and I was impressed by how well-prepared she was, with innovative storage and design ideas. She really listens. And the next day, Jena sent a recap of our session along with a list of local vendors and contacts that was invaluable. It was a pleasure to work with such a talented designer and I really appreciate her expertise. You will too.

We moved into our house two years ago; it was a 19 year old house that hadn’t been updated and we knew when we purchased it that we would be the owners to tackle updating the house. Our kitchen the first area to tackle but it was such a big project because the kitchen cabinets also were in the living room and the sunroom and the downstairs bathroom. I knew that this project was going to be above and beyond my skill and knowledge level, so we began interviewing designers. We met with designers from large firms, met with sales people who wanted us to sign contracts without meeting their designers, met designers who acted like they were doing us a favor by gracing our home with their presence and then met Jena. Jena explained her process and team during our first meeting; the amount of ownership she took of picking the teams she works with, with her design process and the project as a whole really made me feel more comfortable then many of the other designers. During our second meeting Jena brought in Avery and the two of them made such an amazing team we could not see any other option but to entrust them with redoing our kitchen, living room and sunroom. The design process with Jena was amazing! She listened to what I wanted, offered suggestions subtly and really knew products and how best to make the space for us. After working out the design for a complete kitchen overhaul the day for the demo came. I was prepared for the worst after hearing horror stories from friends over what was involved with a complete renovation. After the first day we were an empty kitchen stripped down to the studs and then had the most amazingly seamless low stress kitchen, living room, sunroom renovation imaginable. Our kitchen cabinets were delayed by two weeks, but it wasn’t a problem because Jena and Avery worked together so well that they shuffled around the schedule and kept the project moving forward. Then the world was hit with COVID-19 but everyone adjusted, kept social distancing, stayed safe and kept the project right on track! Jena worked tirelessly behind the scenes handling all the stress and hurdles, so I didn’t have to worry, stress, or juggle schedules. We have been in the kitchen for a few weeks now and still cannot imagine that this is our home now. Jena designed and had a beautiful bar custom built that fit my husbands bourbon collection, she came up with ideas and appliances that made our kitchen the most amazingly easy space to cook and be a family in, she made a built-ins move from the 90’s to present day with a lovely design and beautiful colors, she found rugs for rooms that I couldn’t figure out the size or colors, she took a over the top mantel into a streamline beautiful piece that gets attention due to it’s beauty and not for it’s size. The attention to detail and the way Jena presented options and ideas made this an amazing process and I cannot wait to see what magic she works on our master bathroom.

I worked with Jena recently who provided us with a virtual design consult for our master bathroom remodel. I was very impressed with her professionalism and quick response. The information she provided to us was extremely helpful and will save us quite a bit of money with our contractor and hassle of figuring out where to get our fixtures, etc. We now have a greater sense of the style we want in our space! Jena is great!

We hired Jena to help us navigate the selections process for our new construction home – an extremely overwhelming process that Jena broke down and made fun and exciting! Jena is extremely knowledgeable, organized, and professional. Our session was done virtually – Jena was well prepared, and ensured that we were also prepared ahead of time. This enabled our session to be very efficient and productive. She was able to screen share and comment on photos I had shared with her as well as showing us examples of various things in real time as we talked about them – so helpful!! We feel prepared to make smart decisions that will create a beautiful home, thanks to Jena’s expertise and guidance!!

After the recommendation from a close friend who had just worked with Jena and Delphinium Design, we decided now was the time to do those dreaded bathroom makeovers. We could not have asked for a more pleasant experience. Jena was an absolute delight to work with. Her expertise made 3 bathroom renovations seem effortless. She knew exactly what we were looking for and was able to make it all happen within our budget and timeline. She coordinated EVERYTHING with the contractor and was always available to oversee the entire project. Jena is meticulous, very detail oriented, and an extremely talented designer. We LOVE our newly renovated bathrooms and would definitely hire Jena and Delphinium Design in the future.

Jena is a pleasure to work with as a client and fellow trade partner. She is a great at identifying her clients needs to putting together a one of a kind masterpiece design for her clients. With her extensive knowledge in dealing with contractors and products she is able to create a timeline to keep her projects on track and everyone up to date. Our templaters, installers and staff enjoy working with her as she is very detail oriented and always attentive answering any questions should they arrive. We enjoy the photos of the beautiful surroundings she creates with the stones selected. We highly recommend Jena to anyone who needs assistance in where to start with remodeling, and how to improve your living space.

We thoroughly enjoyed working with Jena! We are so excited with how our kitchen remodel turned out and how relatively easy the project was. That’s all due to Jena! She looked at pictures and listened to what we wanted then created a design she thought would work for us. She gave us a detailed estimate based on the price range we selected so we knew exactly what to expect. She was always very professional, organized and on time. She would source the items we needed like countertops, back splash, lights, etc and then give us a list to choose from. It made choosing easier and we always stayed on budget! To limit any construction delays, we made all of our selections and she had everything ordered and delivered before demo started. We used Ekren Construction at her suggestion. They were great and Jena was always here managing the project. We finished on schedule and on budget! We highly recommend Jena and Delphinium Design and look forward to using them again!

Jena helped us with our kitchen renovation. She is a consummate professional. She is always on the ball, prepared and punctual. She comes to every meeting with a well thought out plan and list of items to attend to and execute. She doesn’t waste time and she listens intently to what you are looking to accomplish. We showed her images of what we wanted for countertops, backsplash and hardware. She sourced options and narrowed them down to a manageable number. It’s amazing how well she nailed our style and stayed within our budget. I appreciated her honesty and her wealth of knowledge. She saved us a number of times from making bad choices, simply based on her experience. I highly recommend her and we will use her again next year when we renovate our bathrooms.

When we bought our new home, we had no idea where to start our interior planning process. Initially, we connected with Jena at Delphinium Design to simply come see our new home and help us prioritize our project list. During our initial consult, Jena’s enthusiasm for making a house a home and her vision for creating space that we were proud of, and also comfortable to live in, became very clear. Jena provided us thorough feedback and well articulated design concepts. We felt no pressure from Jena and instead felt comfort knowing she would respect our budget while helping us deliver on our vision for our home. With the help of trusted, local contractors, Jena gave our kitchen an amazing uplift through new countertops, tile work, hardware and general decor pieces. She helped us understand how to better live in our space and truly made our kitchen a place we wanted to gather with family and friends. Because of her outstanding work, we have since worked with Jena on other rooms in our home. Going from our country-chic kitchen to a mid-century modern den to a forthcoming master bathroom renovation, Jena proves time and time again that she has versatility to help deliver on any project regardless of size or scope. She is great at building relationships and knows how to stick to a timeline. We feel fortunate to work with Jena and look forward to future projects.

I have done work with Jena as a vendor and as a client and she is top notch when it comes to designing spaces for all types of people and projects regardless of residential or commercial spaces! she did a great job walking me through the process and bringing my vision to life. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for interior design help!!!

Jena Bula and Delphinium Design did an excellent job on our master bath and guest bathroom remodel. Jena is meticulous, professional, detailed oriented, and a pleasure to work with. She took time to get to know us and get a feel for what we wanted in our master bath remodel. We worked closely on picking out the amenities for the project. My vision and her expertise turned my bathroom into a beautiful space. My master bathroom was published along with Jena and Delphinium Design in the Charlotte Observer in January. I have recommended Jena to several people and will definitely use her for future projects.

Thank goodness for Jena! We came home New Years Day in 2018 to a burst frozen water pipe in the ceiling which destroyed our kitchen. The process of a renovation would have been overwhelming if not for Jena patiently listening to our ideas and expanding on them with her expertise to come up with a plan to build our dream kitchen. Our open concept kitchen is now finished and we are enjoying all the small details from the led display lighting, the tile backsplash, the hardware, the draw organizers and the awesome pull out paper towel holder. Loving our new Kitchen! Many thanks to DD! Cathie & Eric G.

As a general contractor, we have had the pleasure of working with Jena and Delphinium design on multiple projects in the last few years. She understands the construction process and does a great job managing our needs as well as the clients. She is super detail oriented but also appreciates the bigger picture. She really listens to clients' tastes making our job a breeze. Jena is punctual to all meetings, is super knowledgeable with all of the current trends and finishes and goes the extra mile obtaining samples, etc for our clients to really visualize the space before it comes to life. I recommend her often and will continue to do so for a long time coming!

I contacted Jena after a trusted friend recommended her to me. I needed to quickly finish with some renovations & wanted the opinion of a professional interior designer to get the job done. There are so many great things I can say about Jena- these are just a few: She's easy to work with, hard-working, thorough, detail oriented (I so needed that!) knowledgeable about the latest design & color. She's not pushy, quickly can define a client's design taste & finds ways to help you save money without losing the integrity of the look your striving for. At the beginning of the project - I had hired an interior designer - at the end of the project - I had developed a friendship I hope to keep!

We loved working with Delphinium Designs! Jena helped us create our dream bathroom and made the renovation seem effortless. We met with Jena early on to determine our wants and vision. With a baby on the way we were concerned about following a budget, yet we still wanted to create a space that would serve as an oasis of sorts. From the beginning she was great to work with! Not only did she find a way to mesh both mine and my husbands style and create the PERFECT bathroom , but we got our Modern Farmhouse Oasis within our financial goals. We enjoyed every minute of this process! We would highly recommend Jena and her company to anyone who is looking for an interior designer who is not only easy but fun to work with , respectful of your time and visions, and most importantly has a great eye for interior design!

We couldn't be happier with our decision to go with Delphinium Design for our kitchen and bathroom remodel. Jena was with us from day one, helping us with the tough decisions and ensuring that our vision was achieved. The contractors she recommended were very professional and did top-notch work, and through it all, Jena was there to coordinate and oversee their progress. We trusted Jena and knew no matter what she was on our side and had our best intentions. She was so much more than our designer. Living through a home renovation definitely has its challenges but we have heard horror stories and we didn't experience any of those. We think that is largely due to Jena and her management of the entire project. We finished on time and under budget; things we didn't think would be possible. We love showing off our newly-improved home, and we've been letting everyone know we have Delphinium Design to thank for it!