Stockton, CA – (March 4, 2026) – Award-winning interior designer Kathleen Jennison, KTJ Design Co., is heading into the first quarter with new insights and innovative tools for What’s Next. Where design is headed, how she is embracing technology, and the benefits of using AI. In an effort to design smarter business and marketing strategies with tips for unlocking exponential growth.
“Heading into the new year, my goals were simple: I wanted to make beautiful decisions feel easier. Whether I am focusing on business development strategies, a luxury remodel, or giving my clients a fresh start, and how I can elevate their next chapter, with design solutions that fit their lifestyle,” shared Kathleen Jennison, principal and owner of KTJ Design Co., design studio and The Shoppe in Stockton, CA.
For Kathleen and her team at KTJ Design Co., elevating client experiences and making beautiful decisions feel easier is what luxury design is all about. One of the ways KTJ Design Co., is elevating what’s next is through AI technology. Kathleen confided that many of her fellow designers and clients have expressed that AI ‘makes design feel generic’ and she has found the opposite. With the advances in AI and digital technology becoming more available to homeowners, designers need to be able to adapt, pivot, and deliver even faster results that are more polished, visually stronger, and smoother than ever before.
“When AI is used responsibly and creatively, it can free up your time for more personal touches and the high-touch parts of the design project that clients actually feel. “ Kathleen expressed, “My goal is not to depend on the use of AI for everything I do. I don’t use AI to replace my design creativity. Clients want to be inspired and provide insights for creating beautiful spaces. Traditional sketches, mood boards, and design summaries simply aren’t enough for savvy homeowners who have endless resources at their fingertips. This is why I use AI tools to streamline the work I create around design. It helps me move faster on early concepts, reduces the busywork, expands creativity and even tightens communication, so I can spend more time making thoughtful decisions for my clients.”
By embracing AI, Kathleen’s luxury design firm, has found a supportive way to streamline internal processes and accelerate early-stage conceptual exploration. By using AI for ideation, organization, and workflow efficiency, their team is also able to protect more time for high-value client strategy, creative direction, and polished execution. Kathleen shares, “Diving into AI was something that I feel like a lot of designers have misconceptions or fears about. But slower seasons are a great time for strengthening your design foundation, embarking on a new class or learning a new system. And for creating inspiring content, that keeps business moving forward even when projects are slow to start or your project timeline has grown a bit quiet. AI has also laid the groundwork for what affiliate programs can offer and created new partnerships with brands.” Another way KTJ Design Co., is creating inspiration in new, exciting, and innovative ways involves the launch of KTJ Collections: Rooms for a Fresh Start, a curated set of rooms and product resources with collections designed to make decision-making easier and more confident. These designer- curated rooms feature a variety of on-demand color palettes, with home furnishings and layout guidance already figured out, so clients can skip overthinking and get straight to enjoying their space.
KTJ Collections premiered in January with seven beautiful spaces, featuring a Collection of Dining and Living Rooms in a range of design styles and color palettes. With new collections for Outdoor Living and Bedrooms debuting in March, followed by Kitchens and Bath spaces coming this summer. “These curated collections will include furniture groupings, giving clients a clear, elevated path from inspiration to purchase-ready direction, and is designed to make great design feel more accessible, curated, cohesive, and ready to act on. To learn how KTJ Collections work click here.
Another way KTJ Design Co. is creating inspiration for her clients and with national brands is through Affiliate partnerships. “I found that affiliate partnerships are one of the smartest ways designers, like me, can build steady, values-aligned passive income. In slower seasons, it also keeps momentum going without discounting services, and it creates a simple bridge between inspiration and action for clients and followers.” Kathleen commented, “When remodels pause, or project timelines are held up, that’s often the best time to renew your systems, refresh content, build curated product links, and create ‘ready when you are’ collections that make future projects move faster.” Kathleen shares that some of the affiliate programs she has worked with are Lowe’s Creative, LoomLan, LTK, and luxury mattress brand Saatva. For brands looking to offer their affiliate programs and products with KTJ Design Co., you may contact Kathleen by email: ka******@*********co.com.
About
Kathleen Jennison—Owner & Lead Designer of KTJ Design Co., specializing in residential and commercial design. With a license in interior design and as a General Contractor, Kathleen Jennison has a decade and a half of experience in interior design and design build fields, as well as successfully completed projects throughout California. Whether the project calls for a complete remodel or a simple refresh, KJT Designs helps their clients to find their own personal style and to fully express what they love about their space. From newly married couples embarking on their first time navigating home ownership, for clients who are entering new phases of life or families downsizing to smaller homes, or remodeling existing homes to accommodate aging in place – their full service interior design services are customized to suit your needs and will streamline the entire design process. Regardless of what stage of life or what condition your home is in, KTJ Designs will move projects from start to finish with a smooth hand and exacting management of the client’s budget. To deliver the peace of mind that comes with quality craftsmanship to design a place for everything, while delivering an exceptional drama-free remodel experience with a whole lot of warmth. Outside of her design and retail businesses, Kathleen is a proud member of The American Society of Interior Design (ASID), a past president of the ASID Central California/Nevada Chapter, and a recognized leader in the design and trade industry, who offers her knowledge and experience as an Editorial contributor to countless trade and shelter magazines, as well as being a featured speaker at markets and trade shows across the country. Visit her online to view her portfolio www.ktjdesignco.com and follow her design journey on social media @ktjdesignco.
