Heather Jennings
Principal Designer
Blackwell & Jennings
Heather Jennings is the founder and principal designer of Blackwell & Jennings, a commercial health and wellness interior design firm based in Raleigh, NC. She seeks to design healing environments that reduce stress levels, improve patient outcomes, support pain management, and promote a sense of overall well-being for all users. Heather is passionate about helping clients bring productivity and well- being into their workspaces through thoughtful and innovative design.
Her work integrates evidence based techniques proven to increase creativity and make visitors feel welcome. She creates experiences that engage through natural materials and plants. She is fascinated in the way an interior space provides healing and comfort. She founded Blackwell & Jennings to create intentional healthcare spaces that are not only luxurious and beautiful but that are also more inclusive, accessible, and trauma-informed. Heather’s identity as a cancer survivor shapes her empathy and understanding of the patient experience.
Heather is a graduate of Parsons School of Design. Her educational experience influenced her innovative spirit, love of functional design, and understanding of product sourcing. Living in New York City, Heather gained a deep understanding of retail, real estate, and commercial design. Heather is also a lover of the zeitgeist which influences her empathetic design style.