soulful
home interiors
Our living spaces are extensions of ourselves and as much as we influence the way it looks and operates it works the other way around too: when your home feels right and beautiful, it powers you up to live the life you want to live. Making people’s everyday lives better is my mission.
"I don't know how she does it, but Rena can make absolutely anything look beautiful and feel lovely. She's also such a warm and genuine person to work with. I want her to come back again and again and to tell anyone who will listen how wonderful she is."
Sara S. - Portland, Oregon, USA
Hey! I’m Rena!
I believe in the power of living in a place that houses you gracefully.
I’m the mom of two strong girls, wife to a designer, daughter of an architect, and the granddaughter of a natural interior decorator. I grew up surrounded by people who valued and nurtured their houses in so many aspects.
My career as an interior designer started helping people decorate their houses with what they already had. It was a way to practice my eye and stay close to my belief that you can make a cozy home on a tight budget. That’s how The Jazz Up was born. Transforming houses into homes became a passion. I’m a doer at heart, I’m a learner, I love the arts and I love people. I believe that beauty is an essential part of a fulfilling life.
My diverse background includes fashion design, biological sciences, music, business, and photography. Believe me or not, every one of these interests and experiences found a way to work together when I landed in interior design.
Ah! I’m Brazilian and yes! my accent is also infused in my decor!
PS.: Yes! I was chosen Portland’s BEST INTERIOR DESIGNER by the Willamette Week Readers Poll of 2024! How flattering is that?!
Services
Making life awesome, one space at a time.
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My Signature Service!
Transform any room by simply rearranging, refining, and styling what you already have. This service is fast, budget-friendly, eco-conscious, and incredibly rewarding!
It’s perfect for those who have great furniture and décor but aren’t sure how to arrange it, or for anyone who loves their setup but craves a fresh, updated look.
Whether you’re moving into a new home, adjusting to an empty nest, starting a new chapter after a breakup, or moving in with a partner—this service is ideal for anyone embracing change or seeking a fresh start.
The process begins with a complimentary consultation where I’ll get to know you and your space. I charge a flat rate and will schedule one or more visits to implement the transformation in your home.
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Get expert guidance and actionable ideas to help you confidently move forward with your design plans. A 90-minute Design Consultation provides clear direction and optimizes your efforts, all for a flat rate of $300. You'll also receive a detailed report covering everything discussed during the consultation.
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This service focuses entirely on décor to refresh and transform the ambiance of any room. With carefully curated pillows, throw blankets, plants, artwork, and a designer’s expert touch, your space will feel brand new and inviting. Let me work my magic and bring a fresh, elevated look to your home!
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Add plants to your home the right way! I’ll help you select the perfect plants, guide you through purchasing them, and teach you how to care for them as part of your routine. Let’s bring life and freshness into your space with greenery that thrives!
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Let’s create the home or office you’ve always wanted with my full-service interior design for furnishings. This service includes:
Floor plans for optimized furniture space planning
Concept boards to visually represent the design plan
Sourcing, purchasing, receiving, and storing selected furnishings
Final installation and placement of all furnishings, including waste removal
For design fees, I charge a flat rate per room. Rates vary depending on how many items I’m sourcing and whether I’m assisting with cosmetic changes, such as adding wallpaper, replacing a chandelier, designing built-ins, or redesigning a fireplace. To determine the exact design fee for your furnishings project, I offer a complimentary on-site consultation.
I’m also happy to blend your existing pieces with new ones to complete each space.
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Full-service interior design for home remodels, tailored to your unique needs.
I charge a flat rate based on the scope of your project. To determine the design fee, I offer a complimentary on-site consultation. While I am not a General Contractor, I can refer you to my trusted network of builders or work seamlessly with your chosen GC or builder.
My remodeling services cover any area of your home, including:
Kitchen design
Primary suite and bathroom design
Mudroom and laundry room design
Multiple room designs (e.g., kitchen, dining, and great room)
Furnishings are available under a separate contract.
Each project includes complete floor plans, concept boards, elevation drawings for built-ins and cabinetry, a lighting plan, and a detailed spreadsheet of design selections.
Nature, Welcome In!
A significant part of my inspiration comes from nature, and I aim to bring it as close as possible into every design.
Incorporating plants has become a hallmark of my work—not just because they remind me of home, but because they create the life-supporting environment I strive to achieve in every space. Nature breathes life into interiors, fostering a sense of harmony, wellness, and vitality.
"I have never had a house I felt truly proud of. Now, I do. Rena is incredibly talented and passionate about what she does. She came over and used things that we already had, to create a space that we love."
Stella R. - Portland, Oregon, USA
In Action
Rena doing an impromptu decoration using only free stuff found on Freya app.
In collaboration with Freeya! App
A place to give and get free stuff.
"Having Rena jazz up our main rooms was a real treat. She has a positive peaceful energy that she brings to her meetings and to the spaces she creates. I thought she listened attentively to what I was looking for and was very patient with my indecision. In the end we agreed that she make some decisions for me, and I could not be happier with the results. Our living room is full of our own quirky things, feels like our own space, but looks nice and put together. I love it! "
Sarah R. - Portland, Oregon, USA
Contact.
Need help with anything design or decoration related?
Get in contact! It may be simpler than you think!
Rena@thejazzup.com
(503) 863-1553
Portland, OR
"We remodeled our house and added a big new living room. Just thinking about having to furnish and decorate it by myself was making me nervous. I hired Rena to help me make it our dream living room. And she did! Rena was really good at listening and understanding what we wanted, and made the vision we had of it a reality. She used some things we already had, and helped me pick new pieces as well, and then did her magic and made it all look perfect!
Every day I sit on my couch and look at my beautiful living room and I can't believe how amazing it looks. She has a real talent. And to make things even better, she is so nice and sweet, it was a pleasure to work with her.
Fanny P. - Portland, Oregon, USA