Jenifer Constantine

founder

I grew up in a small town in the Adirondacks, upstate New York. My father worked at a paper mill and later decided to follow his passion and become a full-time antique dealer. When he quit the mill to pursue this dream, he made a risky choice to choose a path that he had carved for himself and by himself. This shift was a formative experience for me, teaching the importance of pursuing one's dreams whilst simultaneously giving me a deep understanding of antiques, collectibles, and the growth of product design through the eras.

With my undergraduate degree, I graduated with honors in English Literature and Art History, working as an art gallery curator right out of college. Seeking a more creative outlet, and deeply enamored with the mid-century furniture designers, I pursued a master's degree in industrial design at Pratt Institute. Here I learned technical skills and the fundamental principles of design. This education taught me that design is about learning how to think creatively and within a wide range of design constraints.

After graduate school, I moved to the Hudson Valley of New York, where I channeled my creativity into owning a restaurant. I managed every aspect, from kitchen operations to graphic design, creating a beloved social environment that was featured twice in The New York Times. Design never left me though: I designed food for the menus and designed a small commercial kitchen for maximum efficiency.

When the restaurant closed, I took a job with a high-end kitchen showroom and later as a project specialist at a box store, gaining a comprehensive understanding of various kitchen and bath installations. When my position was eliminated by the corporation nationwide, I founded Jenovate to bring an indistrial designer's touch to the renovation process, focusing on thoughtful, detailed planning to create custom spaces.

     I believe that everyone deserves to live in a space that reflects their personal style and meets their unique needs, and I'm passionate about making this a reality through the power of design.

Amy Adams Ratliff

dddesigner

Amy is an industrial designer, maker and educator of innovative, craft based product and interior design. Amy's pursuits at all things house and home related led her to study furniture design at Pratt (with Jenifer) and many years with David Weeks Studio and West Elm as well as running her own business, Perch Objects. Amy lives with husband Ben and six year old Max and loves working on her own home, garden, barn and studio.

Highland Services

contractor

Highland Services offers unparalleled building and construction expertise across a wide range of fields. With over a decade of experience, Adam Mihm and his team have established themselves as specialists in kitchen and bathroom renovations. Their reputation for excellence is bolstered by their close collaboration with Jenovate throughout the entire building process, ensuring seamless integration of design and construction.

Highland Services prides itself on its personable approach, always arriving in a timely manner and completing projects efficiently. They are known for maintaining clean workspaces and being highly communicative. Adam, affectionately known as "the unicorn" around the Jenovate office, leads a team that truly stands out in the industry. Their unique approach and dedication to quality make them an invaluable partner in creating beautiful, functional spaces.