At Jami Meek Designs, interior design is approached as both an art and a discipline. Known throughout the Kansas City region for architecturally grounded interiors and highly detailed execution, the firm delivers spaces that feel layered, intentional, and deeply personal. Each project reflects not only refined aesthetics, but a structured process designed to guide clients confidently from concept to completion.
Founded by Jami Meek, the studio has grown into a team driven firm with architectural degrees and experience in both residential and commercial design. That technical foundation sets JMD apart. Rather than focusing solely on finishes, the team considers proportion, millwork, ceiling details, lighting plans, and spatial flow from the very beginning. Every home is viewed as a cohesive whole, where construction decisions and design selections work together seamlessly.
Jami earned her bachelor’s degree in architectural studies with an emphasis in interior design from the University of Missouri, graduating with Dean’s List honors all four years. Early experience working on large commercial projects nationwide continues to influence the firm’s precision and depth. Today, JMD collaborates closely with builders, architects, and contractors, contributing insight that strengthens both the design vision and the build process.
Central to the firm’s approach is clarity. Each project begins with a comprehensive preliminary design meeting to establish scope, priorities, and long term goals. All primary decision makers are present to ensure alignment from the outset. From there, the team develops advanced 3D visualizations that allow clients to step inside their future home before construction begins. Custom cabinetry, architectural enhancements, lighting placement, and material combinations are modeled to scale, giving clients confidence in every decision. This proactive approach minimizes revisions, streamlines communication with contractors, and protects the client’s investment.
More than designers, JMD serves as a true partner throughout the design journey. The team advocates for clients during construction, manages countless details behind the scenes, and provides the structure and organization that luxury projects require. The result is an experience that feels thoughtful, collaborative, and carefully guided, with a finished space that reflects both beauty and intention.
Meek has grown her business into an award-winning firm. Along with the Design KC award for the butler's pantry in the Hidden Chateau project, the company has also received the Best of Houzz Design award for the past five years. Jami Meek Designs was recognized as Quality Business Awards Best Interior Designer in Lee's Summit 2025 and won the 2024 Hospitality and Retail Award from the Midwest Design and Furniture Fair for their Meyer Music retail store remodel.
"So, whenever we do design, whether it's a remodel or new construction, we look at it as a cohesive whole," Meek explains. "We bring in more architectural features. We think more about the construction of things, the overall color palette, and materials. It's not just textiles or pillows. It's so much more."
The firm also offers basic consultations, during which Meek goes through the home and provides suggestions to improve the space. Sometimes it's as simple as changing the kitchen hardware, painting a wall, or rearranging furniture.
For example, Meek met with a woman who thought she needed a major redo of a living room. She was ready to paint and make other significant changes.
"I said, 'You actually just need to rearrange the furniture a bit to create a better flow. And you need an area rug. I think I know the perfect one that would pull all these colors together.'
I sent her the information, and she bought the rug. Then she sent us a picture and said, 'Look! It really pulled everything together.' She didn't do any of the things she called me for."
Many new clients are attracted to the completed project images on the JMD website for their European flair and use of color. Meek isn't afraid to feature beautiful and bold wallpapers, including the stunning mural in the Design KC-winning pantry. More and more clients are asking for those traditional touches that move away from the grey and white neutrals common in recent years.
Meek's firm serves the Kansas City metro area on both sides of the state line. They are also known for their work on homes around Lake Lotawana and Lake Winnebago. To learn more about JMD, visit jamimeekdesigns.com or call 816.739.7377.
About Jami Meek:
Jami Meek Designs is a luxury interior design studio located in downtown Lee's Summit. From new construction, commercial spaces to residential remodels, JMD can take on your design project from beginning to end. Our first priority is to always listen to our client’s project goals and to streamline the overall design process. We utilize 3D software for our clients to experience their space before any decisions or selections have been made. This allows clients to understand their project, from new paint colors or walk through their new space plan. It minimizes changes and creates better communication with the contractors during construction. At JMD, we make the decisions and take the time to create more livable spaces for busy families. We love our job and are excited to work with you!
Jami loves meeting new people and connecting through design. Her approachable demeanor takes away the stuffiness & pretentious misconception about interior design. She listens to her clients and helps makes the decisions to create livable spaces for families. With over 16 years of experience and an Interior Design degree from the University of Missouri, she has worked on large corporate projects during her time at a local architecture firm. Since opening her business she has worked on a variety of projects ranging from high end new construction, boutique commercial spaces to luxury home renovations. All of these experiences have allowed her to continue her passion for designing spaces that are both beautiful and functional. When she's not contemplating the perfect color palette or space layout she's busy with her husband and two kids, enjoying some lake time or hiking.