JL Studio

10/05/2025

It’s so trippy how quickly time flys by. It occurred to me recently: For the last FIVE years, I have been building the brand for and with . Where did the time go??? It’s been a tremendous amount of work, but it’s always an honor.

I’ll never forget the phone call I got in the beginning of the pandemic. They wanted me to help create a concept for an upscale Mexican Restaurant that would appeal to all cultures. I was thinking who in their right mind has the balls to open a restaurant right now when everything is shutting down!? But I admired their boldness and risk taking. And I was even more ecstatic to receive the call because Pre-Pandemic JL Studio was nearly 100% residential.

When Covid hit my business took a hit. My residential clients were wigged out (rightfully so) and didn’t feel comfortable with us going in their homes. So business plateaued for a while and I was freaking out thinking how will I feed the mouths of my team? So I was incredibly thankful to fill the void and have work to do again.

However, I was taken aback when I pulled up the first time and saw the bright green, red, and orange paint colors on the exterior. It was giving Popeyes! 😱 (Nun wrong w/popeyes BTW). Although I desperately needed a project at the time, I told them the only way I would take it on was if they repainted the building in more elegant colors. (If you know me, I’m as blunt as they come, esp when talking aesthetics 😈) The client may’ve had a small heart attack hearing my conditions considering they had just painted the building the day before 🤦🏻‍♀️😬 Sorry not sorry!

Not only was I helping with the concept, graphic design, menu testing (sometimes til 1am), but I was also heavy in the construction administration. We saw it all the way through to the most euphoric grand opening. It was magical. I couldn’t believe the energy we brought to the space in such a dark time. It was one of my most humbling experiences.

We did one and then fast forward, now we’ve done 5, with the first being established in New Orleans and now expanded to South Florida.

It’s been a rollercoaster ride, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. ✨🙏🏼✨

04/30/2024

04/30/2024

09/24/2022

Currently looking for a full time drafter/Architect with an interest in interior design to join our team!

09/15/2022

Currently seeking another member to join our design fam! We’re looking for a human unicorn 🦄 ...Someone who is self- motivated, detailed, organized, high-energy, confident, experienced, passionate, talented and ready to think outside-of-the-box, respond to constructive criticism and embrace all our weirdness!! Send in your applications to [email protected] ! Legitimate inquires only please!!!

07/05/2022

🚩 Introducing Eye Wares new flagship store in New Orleans!

JL Studio was brought on by owner Dr. Lauren Agnew from the beginning to design her new location and we always tell clients that is the best time to bring in a designer! We do our best work when we can dream with you from the ground up! We provide everything from the space planning, elevations, electrical layouts, branding, color palette, finishes & fixtures, to the furniture, decor & accessories.

We are so happy Eye Wares Nola has finally opened their doors! It wasn’t an easy road to get to the finished space…with shipping delays, back orders, covid interruptions, you name it…but we were there through it all and are so happy we could bring them to the finish line. Thank you to Dr. Agnew and the Eye Wares team for trusting JL Studio and trusting our process! 🙏

Go check them out at 6001 Magazine St for your in-style eye exams and exclusive designer glasses and shades! 🤓

12/31/2021

One of the best things of 2021 and my work life in general is definitely just having such a solid group of ladies by my side every step of the way! I love each of them so much and admire their drive and energy through the daily grind. This year had a lot of challenges with ups and downs, but we persevered and still got it done, while having lots of fun along the way! Here’s a 60 second recap of JL’s 2021! Wishing everyone a Happy New Year!! 2022 , we are ready for YOU!

🎆Just a few Highlights:

- 🎉🕺🏽🎨Mardi Gras limo party in splatter painted jumpsuits
- 💃🏽🌮Dancing on stage at our client music/Taco festival
- 🥰Welcoming Valentina from Argentina to the team and becoming a bilingual design firm!!
- 💍JL Studio helping with & being present at my wedding that we planned in less than 2 months!!
- ✈️Going to Market & finding unicorns 🦄
- 🏎 Porsche convertible rides with
- ⚠️Dangerous project installs leading to ultimate beauty
- 🛥Joy riding on our clients boat during JL Studio’s office evacuation to Florida for Hurricane Ida
- 🏢excelling in the commercial project space working on more restaurants & boutiques to open Spring 2022
- 🏡⬆️Taking residential projects to a higher level
- 🤓✅Re-structuring our in house organization systems
And MUCH MUCH MORE!

With all that being said, the only downfall is that I was focused so much on business that I didn’t get to spend time on my personal self. I failed to work out, sleep & listen to my body. Just kept going and going. So in 2022 I’m making a vow to myself to stay balanced and practice a healthy rotation. 2022 …LOADING ACTIVATION!

Xoxo,
JL